Real Name: Dwayne Carter Jr.

Aliases: Tunechi, Weezy, Weezy F. Baby, President Carter

BORN:

Sep 27, 1982

AGE:

42

NET WORTH:

150 million

HEIGHT:

5’5”

BIO

Lil Wayne has been in the music business since the age of 13, he became a cornerstone of Cash Money Records and built his audience and reputation as one of the Hot Boys and by making hits as a Cash Money Millionaire under Baby, Slim, and DJ Mannie Fresh.Lil Wayne became an icon as he entered adulthood between releasing classic albums and flooding the streets and the internet with classic mixtapes. The Young Money general has often been referred to as one of the greatest rappers alive from Rap fans of a specific age group.

PROPS

Founded Young Money Entertainment in 2005
Signed Drake and Nicki Minaj
Young Money has accounted for 14 #1 albums on the Billboard 200 chart
20 Platinum, 7 Gold Singles singles
3 Platinum albums
5 Grammy Awards
4 Billboard Music Awards
1 American Music Award

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Top Lil Wayne Questions

Did the B.B. King estate take issue with Lil’ Wayne and Drake’s song “B.B. King Freestyle”?

They recently made a statement that they had no issue with it.

How old is Reginae Carter?

Her controversial maskless group gathering in the age of COVID was for her 22nd birthday party.

What is Lil Wayne’s net worth?

Lil’ Wayne’s current net worth is approximately 150 million USD (2020)

Is Lil Wayne’s “No Ceilings 3” a precursor to an upcoming album?

Yes. “I Am Not A Human Being III” has been announced for a 2021 release.

Why did Lil Wayne endorse Donald Trump in 2020 ?

Both 50 Cent and Killer Mike maintain that Donald Trump paid Lil’ Wayne upwards of 1 million dollars to endorse him this past November.

Did Lil Wayne really say Missy Elliott was his favorite rapper?

He said as much on an episode of DJ Khaled’s Amazon Music Podcast.

Is Lil Wayne going back to jail?

Lil Wayne was facing federal charges of gun possession and ammunition by a felon which carries a possible sentence of 10 years in jail. However he got pardoned by President Trump in Jan 2021.

Does Lil Wayne have an online radio show?

He sponsors one called Young Money Radio

Did Lil Wayne and Denise Bidot break up over his endorsement of Donald Trump?

No. They broke up for a short period and have seemingly reconciled, and most recently gotten married (April 2021)

Does Lil Wayne regret saying the “F” stands for “phenomenal” on a record?

Reportedly yes. And the record/song is called 'Yes'

Lil Wayne

Real name: Dwayne Carter Jr.

Aliases: Tunechi, Weezy, Weezy F. Baby, President Carter

Nas & Lil Wayne Inducted Into ‘Billboard’ Hip Hop Hall Of Fame

Nas & Lil Wayne Inducted Into ‘Billboard’ Hip Hop Hall Of Fame

News | Aug 9, 2023, 11:30 AM PDT

Lil Wayne Records New 'Instant Classic' Theme Song For Skip Bayless' 'Undisputed'

Lil Wayne Records New 'Instant Classic' Theme Song For Skip Bayless' 'Undisputed'

News | Aug 7, 2023, 2:00 PM PDT

Birdman Reckons Drake, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne Could Command $20M For A Show Together

Birdman Says Drake, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne Could Get $20M For A Show Together

News | Aug 5, 2023, 4:00 AM PDT

Jeezy Credits Lil Wayne & B.G. For Inspiring His Rap Name

Jeezy Credits Lil Wayne & B.G. For Inspiring His Rap Name

News | Aug 4, 2023, 2:30 PM PDT

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Lil Wayne To Join Skip Bayless As Weekly Co-Host Of New-Look 'Undisputed'

Lil Wayne To Join Skip Bayless As Weekly Co-Host Of New-Look 'Undisputed'

News | Aug 4, 2023, 7:15 AM PDT

Lil Wayne Doubts AI’s Capability To Recreate His Talents: ‘I’m One Of A Kind’

Lil Wayne Doubts AI’s Capability To Recreate His Talents: ‘I’m One Of A Kind’

News | Aug 2, 2023, 5:00 PM PDT

Lil Wayne Spits New Freestyle Commemorating Lou Williams' NBA Retirement

Lil Wayne Spits New Freestyle Commemorating Lou Williams' NBA Retirement

News | Jul 27, 2023, 11:30 AM PDT

Trippie Redd's 'ALLTY5' Tracklist Features Lil Wayne, Roddy Ricch & More

Trippie Redd's 'ALLTY5' Tracklist Features Lil Wayne, Roddy Ricch & More

News | Jul 25, 2023, 5:45 PM PDT

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Lil Wayne Tour Bus Shooter Jimmy ‘Pee Wee’ Winfrey Arrested In Vegas

Lil Wayne Tour Bus Shooter Jimmy ‘Pee Wee’ Winfrey Arrested Again In Vegas

News | Jul 21, 2023, 6:00 PM PDT

Lil Wayne Was ‘Scared’ When He First Worked With Eminem: ‘That Is A Monster’

Lil Wayne Was ‘Scared’ When He First Worked With Eminem: ‘That Is A Monster’

News | Jul 21, 2023, 12:00 AM PDT