10 Rappers who were born filthy rich (With Pictures)

5. The Alchemist

The Alchemist, born Alan Maman, is a rapper and producer, and grew up with the rich kids in Beverly Hills. He even went to school with Angelina Jolie. Maman’s father was a successful dentist in the Beverly Hills area, but when he decided he wanted to rap, The Alchemist left the 90210 area and started to spend more time with friends who were just as serious about hip-hop as he was. One of those friends was Scott Caan, another rap fan who also grew up rich (Scott is actor James Caan’s, son). Caan and The Alchemist formed a group called The Whooliganz and were signed with Tommy Boy records, but their album was never released. Scott decided to become an actor like his dad, and The Alchemist became known for producing beats for rappers like Mobb Deep and Nas.