| Full Name | Dimitri Leslie Roger |
| Age | 31 |
| Birthday | July 13, 1992 |
| Birthplace | New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Labels | Rich Forever Music, 300 Entertainment |
| Net Worth | $10 million |
| Rich The Kid | |
| @richthekid | |
| @richthekid | |
| YouTube | blackboydakid |
Rich The Kid burst onto the hip hop scene in 2016 with his breakout mixtape ‘Trap Talk‘ and hasn‘t looked back since. With hit collaborations featuring heavyweights like Kendrick Lamar and Post Malone under his belt, the Atlanta-based rapper has steadily built up his profile. He gained further fame with the release of his debut studio album The World Is Yours in 2018, which reached #2 on the Billboard 200.
In this in-depth profile, we‘ll cover everything you need to know about Rich The Kid‘s background, his musical style and biggest hits, controversies and feuds, personal life, net worth and more. By the end, you‘ll see why Rich The Kid is poised to become the next big thing in hip hop.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born Dimitri Leslie Roger on July 13, 1992, Rich The Kid grew up in Queens, New York. He was introduced to artists like The Notorious B.I.G. and Nas by his older brothers and started writing his own rhymes and freestyling as a child.
When Rich was 13, his family moved to Woodstock, Georgia. There, he attended Elmont Elementary and began taking music more seriously in high school. He adopted the moniker ‘Rich The Kid‘ and dropped his first mixtape, ‘Been About the Benjamins‘, while still a senior in 2013.
The mixtape caught some attention online, but it was 2016‘s ‘Trap Talk‘ release that really saw Rich The Kid‘s rap career take off. The mixtape yielded his breakout track ‘New Freezer’ featuring Kendrick Lamar, which reached #26 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Musical Style and Influences
Rich The Kid‘s music falls into the trap and hardcore hip hop genres. His style features hard hitting 808s, synth melodies, and fast hi-hat patterns. Lyrical themes focus on wealth, partying, and his lavish lifestyle.
He cites east coast acts like Jay-Z, the Diplomats, and Max B as early influences. Rich has also been inspired by Atlanta hip hop from pioneers like Outkast, T.I., and Young Jeezy.
While his flow and delivery have been called unoriginal by some critics, Rich The Kid excels when paired with high-energy rappers. His chemistry with frequent collaborators like YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Migos turns his songs into lively bangers.
Biggest Hits and Collaborations
Here are some of Rich The Kid‘s top tracks and collabs so far:
- "New Freezer" ft. Kendrick Lamar (2016) – certified platinum, peaked at #26 on Billboard Hot 100
- "Plug Walk" (2018) – certified platinum
- "Splashin" ft. NBA YoungBoy (2018)
- "4 Phones" ft. Quavo (2019) – certified gold
- "End of Discussion" ft. Lil Wayne (2019)
- "Ballin‘" ft. Roddy Ricch (2019) – hit #76 on Billboard Hot 100
Major Album Releases
Rich The Kid has released numerous mixtapes and 3 studio albums:
Mixtapes
- Been About the Benjamins (2013)
- Feels Good 2 Be Rich (2014)
- Flexin on Purpose (2015)
- Trap Talk (2016) – breakthrough release
- Keep Flexin (2016)
- Rich Forever 3 (2017)
Albums
- The World Is Yours (2018) – debuted at #2 on Billboard 200
- The World Is Yours 2 (2018)
- Boss Man (2019) – debuted at #13 on Billboard 200
- Lucky 7 (2020)
His debut album, The World Is Yours, was a hit with singles "New Freezer" and "Plug Walk" cementing Rich‘s status. But reviews of his follow-up albums have been mixed, with some saying Rich continues relying on the same formulas.
Rich Forever Music Record Label
In 2017, Rich launched his own record label ‘Rich Forever Music‘ with Interscope Records. He has signed promising artists like Famous Dex, J $tash, Yung Bans, and Jay Critch.
Rich Forever allows him to promote artists while reinvesting his earnings into growing the label. It also expands his brand – generating merch sales and extending his influence in the hip hop industry.
Controversies and Feuds
Rich has been involved in some controversies:
- He was arrested in 2016 for marijuana and paraphernalia possession after a Wisconsin show.
- In 2018, Rich was hospitalized after being robbed at gunpoint in LA of cash and jewelry worth thousands.
- He had a heated feud with producer Dame Grease in 2018 over unpaid beats. They exchanged diss tracks until Grease threatened legal action.
- Rich had a falling out with former Rich Forever artist Famous Dex in 2018, who felt Rich mismanaged his album promotion.
- Rich sparked backlash in 2019 for offensive lyrics about Asian people on the track "Red Bottoms." He later apologized on Twitter.
While Rich has mostly avoided career-damaging scandals, critics say he still needs to demonstrate more originality and artistic growth on future releases.
Personal Life and Kids
Rich The Kid has two children with ex-wife Antoinette Willis – a son born in 2016 and a daughter born in 2018. The pair were briefly married in 2017 before splitting up.
In 2021, Rich started dating Instagram model Tori Brixx after connecting online. Brixx has over 1 million Instagram followers and is known for posting risqué modelling photos.
Rich also has a close friendship with rapper Offset, and they collaborated on the 2019 album Father of 4, exchanging verses on tracks like "Two Cups."
Rich The Kid‘s Net Worth
According to reports, Rich The Kid‘s current net worth is estimated at $10 million. However, some outlets have reported it may be closer to $6 million.
His income comes from music streams, album sales, touring, YouTube ad revenue, and his Rich Forever label. He also earns from clothing collaborations with Fashion Nova and other brands.
If Rich can score more hits and develop his artistic versatility, his net worth of $10 million-plus could easily double over the next few years.
Importance and Legacy in Hip Hop
Though still early in his career, Rich The Kid‘s unique vocal style and trap-influenced bangers have made him a rising star in hip hop. Hits like "New Freezer" and "Plug Walk" have cemented his place in the new generation of rap talents.
And by launching his Rich Forever label and clothing line, Rich has shown business acumen that will help extend his brand‘s reach.
If he can overcome criticisms about relying too much on formulas, Rich The Kid has the potential to become a major force in hip hop for years to come. With his tenure still in its early stages, his imprint on rap music is only beginning.
