40) Ab-Soul ($20,000)

Most expensive rappers in the world - 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. 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.

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This American hip hop recording artist’s third studio album These Days… has had mixed response. Many are wondering how long Ab-Soul can continue to quote $20,000 per show.

39) ASAP Ferg ($25,000)

This American hip hop recording artist’s hit singles like Work and Shabba have raised him from a background Mob member to a star in his own right. His quote reflects his success.

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38) Bow Wow ($25,000) SEE ALSO - Most expensive smartphones for 2015 - See how costly they are! (+Pics)

This American rapper, actor and television host is currently working on his new album titled Underrated.

37) Earl Sweatshirt ($25,000)

This American rapper and producer is a member of the Los Angeles-based hip hop collective Odd Future. He released his debut studio album Doris on August 20 2013.

36) Chance the Rapper ($35,000) This American hip hop recording artist earned fame in 2013 after the release of his second mixtape Acid Rap. He is famous for his accusational high pitch, raspy voice and frequent use of drug talk.

35) Riff Raff ($35,000)

This rapper releases his second studio album Neon Icon on June 24 2014. Starting on July 24 2013 through September 2 2013 he toured North America on the Neon Icon Summer Tour.

34) De La Soul ($40,000) SEE ALSO - Most expensive smartphones for 2015 - See how costly they are! (+Pics)

This American hip hop trio is best known for their eclectic sampling and quirky lyrics. They have made significant contributions to the evolution of the jazz rap and alternative hip hop subgenres.

33) Busta Rhymes ($40,000)

This American rapper, actor and producer is well known for his intricate rapping techniques, which involves rapping at a fast rate with plenty of internal rhyme and half rhyme.

32) The Game ($40,000 to $50,000) SEE ALSO - Most expensive smartphones for 2015 - See how costly they are! (+Pics)

This American rapper and actor is best known as a rapper in the West Coast hip hop scene. He is one of Dr. Dre’s most notable protégés.

31) Big Boi ($50,000)

This American rapper, songwriter, actor and record producer is best known for being a member of American hip hop duo OutKast alongside Andre 3000. He released his second solo album Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors.

30) Soulja Boy ($50,000)

This American rapper, actor, record producer and entrepreneur has currently released one independent album. His single “Crank That (Soulja Boy)” was a big hit in 2007. He was part of the We Made It Tour.

29) Tyler, The Creator ($60,000)

This American rapper and record producer became famous as the leader and cofounder of the alternative hip hop collective Odd Future.

28) Juicy J ($60,000)

This American rapper, songwriter and record producer is the founding member of the Southern hip hop group Three 6 Mafia, which was established in the year 1991.

27) Nelly ($65,000) SEE ALSO - Most expensive smartphones for 2015 - See how costly they are! (+Pics)

This American rapper, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, investor and actor embarked on his music career with Southern hip hop group St. Lunatics. On December 11 2009, Billboard ranked him the number three Top Artist of the Decade.

26) Lupe Fiasco ($65,000 to $70,000)

This American rapper, record producer and entrepreneur earned his fame in 2006 after the success of his debut album Lupe Fiasco’s Food & Liquor.

25) Wale ($70,000) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

This American rapper’s third studio album The Gifted was released on June 25 2013. It garnered many positive reviews.

=24) B.o.B ($70,000)

This American hip hop recording artist, singer-songwriter and record producer opened for Eminem and Jay-Z’s the Home and Home Tour at Comerica Park.

=23) Young Jeezy ($70,000)

This American hip hop recording artist is the de facto leader of Southern hip hop group United Streets Dopeboyz of America (USDA). He has received four Grammy nominations.

22) Big Sean ($75,000) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

This American hip hop recording artist has released several mixtapes during his career. He released his second studio album Hall of Fame on August 27 2013.

21) Common ($75,000)

The American hip hop recording artist and actor gained notable mainstream success through is work with the Soulquarians.

20) Mac Miller ($75,000)

This American rapper is also a noted record producer. His debut studio album Blue Slide Park went on to debut at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart.

19) Ludacris ($80,000 plus) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

This American rapper, actor and entrepreneur has won three Grammy Awards during his career. He was one of the first and most influential Dirty South artists to achieve mainstream success during the early 2000s.

18) 2 Chainz ($85,000)

This American hip hop recording artist released his second studio album B.O.A.T.S. II: Me Time on September 11 2013. All his shows are well attended.

17) Childish Gambino ($85,000)

This American rapper, actor, writer, comedian and producer has released many albums and mixtapes. His Deep Web Tour was well received.

16) ASAP Rocky ($90,000 to 120,000) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

This American rapper is a member of the hip hop collective ASAP Mob, from which he adopted his moniker. Between September and November 2013, he promoted his debut studio album Long. Live. ASAP with a 40-date national concert tour the Long Live ASAP Tour.

15) Rick Ross ($100,000)

MTV named this American rapper as the Hottest MC in the Game. He performed in the Mastermind Tour in Toronto in the month of June 2014. He is the founder of record label Maybach Music Group.

14) Lauryn Hill ($100,000)

This American rapper, producer, actress and singer-songwriter is best known for being a member of the Fugees. In late 2012, she toured with rapper Nas; her portion of the tour was titled Black Rage.

13) Snoop Dog ($100,000) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

This American rapper, singer-songwriter and actor was discovered by Dr. Dre. He announced his new alias Snoop Lion in 2012. He released reggae album Reincarnated under the new moniker.

12) The Roots ($100,000 plus) This American hip hop/neo soul band is well known for its jazzy and electric approach to hip hop. The band has released 10 studio albums, two EPs and two collaboration albums.

11) Kid Cudi ($110,000)

This American recording artist and actor gained recognition after the release of his first official full-length project A Kid Named Cudi, a mixtape. He was part of the 2009 ‘The Great Hangover’ concert tour.

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.

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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.

8) 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.

6) Nicki Minaj ($250,000 plus) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

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) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

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) SEE ALSO - 10 Most expensive houses in the world, their worth, and who own them (+Photos)

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.

The Most Expensive Rapper in the World

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.