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Hindustan Times
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
What is Rod Waves net worth? Rapper who matched Taylor Swift's records released on bond after Georgia arrest
Rapper Rod Wave was apprehended in Georgia on suspicion of aggravated assault, possession, and pointing a gun at a person. According to online arrest documents acquired by USA TODAY, the singer, whose real name is Rodarius Marcell Green, was arrested on May 20 on 14 offenses in Fulton County, Georgia. He was arrested at the Fulton County jail and but freed on bond the same day. The accusations, which are connected to an incident that occurred on April 21, include mere assault, reckless behavior, property damage, obstruction of law enforcement, evidence manipulation, and conspiracy to engage in a felony. The 26-year-old hip-hop artist's breakthrough hits include 'Street Runner,' 'Tombstone,' and '25.' He recently worked on the soundtrack for the main single of the show "Sinners" with the same name. Wave has also matched Taylor Swift's records. In 2023, the two were the only musicians to have a new solo album that reached the top of the charts in each of the preceding three years. The rapper's 2024 album 'Last Lap' helped him to become the only performer other than Swift to have a top 10 album in each of the 2019–2024 chart years. Also Read: Who is Sterling Williams? New Orleans jail employee who 'willfully and maliciously' facilitated 10 inmates escape Rod Wave has an estimated net worth of $4 million. The rapper garnered famed when his first two studio albums, 'Ghetto Gospel' (2019) and 'Pray 4 Love' (2020), peaked at number 10 on the 'Billboard' 200. His third studio album 'SoulFly' came out at number one on the 'Billboard' 200 in 2021, confirming his status as a major player in the music business. Born as Rodarius Marcell Green on August 27, 1999 in St. Petersburg, Florida, Rod Waves was mostly raised by his mother following his parents' divorce. When Wave was a child, his father was convicted of a number of crimes and given a sentence of more than five years in prison. In addition to his mother's financial difficulties, Rod engaged in drug selling and robbery as a youngster. In 2017, he received his diploma from Lakewood High School. While growing up, he enjoyed rap and hip-hop music and followed several artists such as E-40, Chingy, Boosie Badazz, Chief Keef and Kanye West.
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Rod Wave arrested in Georgia \ton aggravated assault and gun charges, released on bond
Rod Wave arrested in Georgia on aggravated assault and gun charges, released on bond Rapper-singer Rod Wave has been arrested in Georgia on charges of aggravated assault, possession and aiming a gun at someone. The singer, born Rodarius Marcell Green, was arrested May 20 on 14 charges, according to Fulton County, Georgia, online arrest records viewed by USA TODAY. He was booked in the Fulton County jail and released on bond the same day. The charges are related to an April 21 incident, and include simple assault, reckless conduct, damaging property, obstructing law enforcement, tampering with evidence and conspiracy to commit a felony. Details on the incident were not immediately available. USA TODAY has reached out to Wave's reps and law enforcement for more information. Chris Brown in UK jail on 'bodily harm' charge after alleged 2023 incident The 26-year-old breakout hip-hop singer is known for hit songs "Street Runner," "Tombstone" and "25." He recently contributed to the "Sinners" soundtrack for its lead single of the same name. Wave has also matched records set by Taylor Swift. In 2023, the two were the only musical acts to release a new chart-topping solo album in each of the previous three years. His 2024 album "Last Lap" also made him the only artist other than Swift to chart a top 10 album in each year from 2019 to 2024. Earlier this year, he made headlines for canceling a string of shows on his Last Lap Tour.
USA Today
29-01-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Rod Wave postpones Tennessee concert hours before show time in string of cancellations
Rapper and singer Rod Wave canceled his Tuesday night show in Nashville, Tennessee, calling off the concert less than an hour and a half before doors were set to open. The canceled Jan. 28 show follows a postponement of the tour's originally announced Nashville show, which was slated for Dec. 9, as well as a series of other cancelations and postponements. The 26-year-old "25" and "Street Runner" singer embarked on his Last Lap Tour with special guests Moneybagg Yo, Toosii, Lil Poppa and Dess Dior in October. Why does Rod Wave keep canceling shows? The chart-topper, who released his album "Last Lap" in October, has canceled a number of shows due to varying concerns throughout the tour. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. At the start of the tour, Wave postponed a Los Angeles concert and canceled an Oakland, California, show due to production issues. Later that month, Wave canceled one show in San Antonio and another in Sacramento, California, after security concerns. The L.A. wildfires also caused the rapper to call off another show. On Jan. 25, he canceled a show in Florida due to "unforeseen circumstances." It is unclear why Wave initially rescheduled his December show in Nashville, Tennessee, and the reason behind the January cancelation is also unclear. "Unfortunately, Rod Wave is unable to perform tonight," the concert venue, Bridgestone Arena, shared on social media. "The show is being postponed to a later date. More details to follow." "The Event Organizer has had to postpone your event," it says on Ticketmaster. "Please hold onto your tickets as they will be valid for the new date. You can locate your tickets by signing in to your online account. If your event is eligible for a refund or credit, those options will be visible within the Event Details of your order." The Tennessean, part of the USA TODAY Network, has reached out to Rod Wave's representatives for comment. Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish,No Doubt to perform at FireAid benefit in LA: How to watch, get tickets Tennessee fans react to Rod Wave canceling show: 'An hour before the show is insane' Rod Wave's Nashville, Tennessee, fans have taken to social media to express their frustrations in the midst of the second cancelation. "An hour before the show is insane," one commenter said on Bridgestone's Instagram post. "Should've got my money back the first time." "Why my cousin just drove all the way to Tennessee to See Rod Wave and he just canceled the concert an HOUR before it started," another social media user posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. "Rod Wave gotta do better," one X user said. "All these cancelled (sic) shows are ridiculous." Audrey Gibbs is a music journalist at The Tennessean. You can reach her at agibbs@
