With his genre-defying style, futuristic beats, and signature ad-libs, Playboi Carti has solidified his place as one of hip-hop’s most influential artists. From his early SoundCloud days to topping the Billboard charts, Carti continues to shape the modern rap scene.
As of 2025, Playboi Carti’s net worth is estimated at $9 million, primarily from music sales, streaming, brand deals, and sold-out tours.
Early Life: From Hoops to Hip-Hop
Born Jordan Terrell Carter on September 13, 1996, in Atlanta, Georgia, Carti originally dreamed of an NBA career. However, after clashing with his coach at North Springs Charter High School, he pivoted to music.
Skipping school to work at H&M and focus on rap, Carti eventually moved to New York City, where he immersed himself in the underground scene.
Breaking into the Industry
Carti’s breakthrough came in 2015, when A$AP Rocky discovered him after a Texas performance. With hit SoundCloud singles like “Broke Boi” and “Fetti”, Carti quickly gained traction. By 2017, he had signed with Interscope Records.
Chart-Topping Success
In 2017, Carti dropped his self-titled debut mixtape, featuring:
- “Magnolia” (peaked at No. 29 on the Billboard Hot 100)
- “Woke Up Like This” (feat. Lil Uzi Vert)
His 2018 album “Die Lit” peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and went gold. Then came “Whole Lotta Red” (2020), which debuted at No. 1, cementing Carti’s star power.
Personal Life & Controversies
Carti’s relationship with Iggy Azalea resulted in the birth of their son, Onyx Kelly, in 2020. However, their breakup was widely publicized.
His legal troubles include:
- 2017 domestic abuse arrest (charges dropped)
- 2018 assault fine in Scotland
- 2020 drug and gun charges in Georgia (released on bond)
Despite controversies, Carti remains a trendsetter, with fans eagerly awaiting his next musical evolution.
