Rod Wave

Personal Details :

Full Name: Rodarius Marcell Green
Stage Name: Rod Wave
Date of Birth: August 27, 1999
Birthplace: St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
Genres: Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Trap
Years Active: 2016–present
Labels: Alamo Records, Sony Music
Notable Albums: Ghetto Gospel, Pray 4 Love, SoulFly, Beautiful Mind
Musical Style: Known for blending melodic rap with soulful singing and emotionally charged lyrics
Influences: Kevin Gates, Meek Mill, and other Southern rap artists

Notable Albums:
- Ghetto Gospel (2019)
- Pray 4 Love (2020)
- SoulFly (2021)
- Beautiful Mind (2022)
- Jupiter’s Diary: 7 Day Theory (2022)
- Nostalgia (2023)
- Last Lap (2024)
Major Achievements:
- Debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with Last Lap (2024)
- Third consecutive No. 1 album on Billboard 200 with Nostalgia (2023)
- Over 35 RIAA certifications as of August 2024
- Multiple platinum singles and top-charting albums
Touring Highlights:
- Last Lap Tour (2024–2025): 28 shows across the U.S., featuring Moneybagg Yo and Toosii
- Nostalgia Tour (2023): 35 shows with Ari Lennox, G Herbo, and Toosii
- Beautiful Mind Tour (2022): Supported by Lil Durk and Toosii
- Ghetto Gospel Tour (2020): Executive produced by Kevin Gates
Legal Issues:
- 2022: Arrested on domestic battery charges; later dropped
- 2024: Arrested for firearm possession as a convicted felon; denied by attorneys
- 2025: Arrested on 14 charges, including assault and firearm offenses; maintains innocence

Stage Name: Rod Wave
Children: Twin daughters and a son (born 2018) with his long-time on-and-off girlfriend, Kelsey “Dee” Coleman
Hobbies & Interests:
- Writing: Rod Wave often writes poetry and journals to express his thoughts, serving as an emotional outlet and aiding in crafting heartfelt lyrics
- Cooking: He enjoys cooking and trying new recipes, finding it therapeutic and a way to connect with his roots
- Traveling: Exploring new places inspires him, allowing him to experience different cultures and enrich his creative process
- Gaming: Gaming serves as a relaxation method, providing an escape from his demanding career and a way to connect with friends and fans
- Sports: He has a passion for basketball and often references his hometown and personal experiences in his songs
- Pet Lover: Rod Wave has a soft spot for animals and often shares pictures of his pets on social media, showcasing his playful side
Community Engagement: He is involved in charitable foundations focused on financially empowering youth, reflecting his commitment to giving back to the community
Social Media Presence: Rod Wave maintains a strong presence on various social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook, using these platforms to share personal updates, promote his music, and interact with fans

Estimated Net Worth (2025): $5 million – $9 million
Primary Sources of Income:
- Music Sales & Streaming: Revenue from platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Notably, Rod Wave’s YouTube channel has over 5.6 million subscribers and has accumulated over 5 billion views, with estimated monthly earnings ranging from $26,000 to $426,000 .
- Touring & Live Performances: Earnings from concerts and tours, with reports indicating he earns approximately $250,000 per show .
- Social Media & Brand Collaborations: Income from platforms like Instagram and TikTok. For instance, on Instagram, he has an engagement rate of 9.84%, generating an estimated $16,228 to $24,342 per post .
Assets & Investments:
- Real Estate: Ownership of multiple properties, including a luxury home in St. Petersburg, Florida, valued at around $1.1 million .
- Luxury Vehicles: A collection comprising a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Mercedes S-Class, and Bentley Bentayga .
- Investments: Portfolio includes stocks in companies like Verizon, Walmart, Netflix, Tesla, and Coca-Cola, totaling approximately $1.4 million.
Financial Overview:
- Annual Income: Estimated at $3.5 million, primarily from music royalties and live performances .
- Monthly Income: Reports suggest earnings of $20,000+ per month .
- Recent Expenditures: Notable purchases include a Patek Philippe diamond watch worth $390,000 and a Ford F-150 valued at $105,000 .

RIAA Certifications:
- Over 35 Platinum and Gold certifications, including:
  - 4× Platinum: “Heart on Ice”
  - 3× Platinum: “Girl of My Dreams”
  - 2× Platinum: “Turks & Caicos” (feat. 21 Savage)
  - Gold: “Rags2Riches 2” (feat. Lil Baby)
Billboard Chart Success:
- Debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with “Nostalgia” (2023), marking his third consecutive No. 1 album
- All three albums—”SoulFly” (2021), “Beautiful Mind” (2022), and “Nostalgia”—debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart
Music Business Recognition:
- Named the top artist-songwriter in the U.S. for Q1 2021 by the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA), with 10 certifications including double Multi-Platinum for “Rags2Riches”
Major Milestones:
- Achieved over 15 billion streams across platforms
- Sold over 3.7 million albums worldwide
- All six studio albums have charted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200, with seven consecutive top 10 entries from 2019 to 2024

Hobbies:
- Playing video games
- Watching movies
- Traveling
- Fishing
- Playing basketball
Music Preferences:
- Influenced by artists like Tupac Shakur, Boosie Badazz, and Adele
- Enjoys listening to Kanye West and Ed Sheeran
Recording Style: Prefers to record in a dark room with his engineer rather than in a traditional studio setting
Future Aspirations: Interested in writing a book or movie script one day
Pet Lover: Shares pictures of his pets on social media, showcasing his playful side