Baauer's Net Worth and Notable Achievements
Baauer, born Harry Bauer Rodrigues in April 1989 in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an acclaimed American music producer known for his trap and bass music. With a net worth of $1 million, Baauer has made a significant impact on the music industry.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
During his early years, Baauer lived in Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States. He began producing dance music at just 13 years old and later studied audio technology at City College in New York City. In 2012, he signed with LuckyMe records and released a three-track EP titled Dum Dum, marking his official debut.
Breakthrough with 'Harlem Shake'
Baauer gained widespread fame with his 2012 track "Harlem Shake," which went viral and led to a global craze of fan-made videos. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 as well as the charts in Australia and New Zealand, and was certified 2x Platinum. It also earned Baauer the Dance Song of the Year and EDM Song of the Year awards at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards.
Collaborations and Remixes
In 2013, Baauer experienced additional success with the single "Higher," featuring Just Blaze and Jay-Z. He has also worked on remixes for renowned artists such as No Doubt, Disclosure, Nero, The Prodigy, and Flosstradamus. Earlier in his career, he produced a track under the alias Captain Harry.
