The A-list rappers have a huge fan following all over the world. However, most of their work is consumed on the internet. Streaming, torrenting and music sharing (on the internet) have impacted the sale of records negatively.
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To make up for this loss, rappers are touring. They charge hefty amounts for their shows.
Here is the top 40 most expensive rappers, ranked according to the amount they quote per show.Check out more at http://www.naijacruz.com/2014/11/40-most-expensive-rappers-cost-per-show.html
10) Wiz Khalifa ($115,000)
This American rapper and singer-songwriter released his debut album Show and Prove in 2006. He performed at Under the Influence of Music Tour 2012.
9) J. Cole ($125,000)
This American hip hop recording artist, songwriter and record producer first received recognition in 2007 after the release of his debut mixtape The Come Up.
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Kendrick Lamar ($125,000 plus)
This American hip hop recording artist is a member of West Coast hip hop supergroup Black Hippy. He accompanies Kanye West on his Yeezus Tour.
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7) 50 Cent ($150,000)
This American rapper, investor, entrepreneur and actor gained prominence with East Coast hip hop group G-Unit, of which he is the de facto leader. Throughout his music career, he has sold more than 30 million albums and won many awards, including a Grammy Award, 13 Billboard Music Awards, six World Music Awards, three American Music Awards and four BET Awards.
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6) Nicki Minaj ($250,000 plus)
This American rapper and songwriter earned her fame after releasing three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009. She was the first female artist to be included in MTV’s Annual Hottest MC List.
5) Lil Wayne ($300,000 plus)
Lil Wayne joined Cash Money Records when he was just nine years old. In the year 2012, this American rapper toured North America with 2 Chainz and T.I. on the second America’s Most Wanted Festival.
4) Drake ($350,000 to 600,000)
This Canadian rapper and songwriter has released many mixtapes like Room for Improvement. He embarked on the worldwide Club Paradise Tour which became the most successful hip-hop tour of 2012, and grossed more than $42 million.
3) Macklemore ($350,000 to $700,000)
This American rapper has independently released one mixtape, two albums and three EPs. His single Thrift Shop reached No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2013. He performed during the Heist Tour in November 2012.
2) Kanye West ($500,000 – $1,000,000)
This American rapper, songwriter, record producer, director entrepreneur and fashion designer began rapping in the third grade. He is an outspoken and controversial celebrity. Kanye West’s Yeezus Tour was the second best selling tour of 2013.
1) Jay-Z ($1,000,000)
This American rapper, record producer and entrepreneur is one of the most financially successful hip hop artists in the world. Forbes estimates his net worth at around $520 million.
Source; http://www.naijacruz.com/2014/11/40-most-expensive-rappers-cost-per-show.html

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