What is Bad Bunny's Net Worth?
Bad Bunny, a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter, boasts a net worth of $50 million. Bad Bunny's rapid ascent to stardom is remarkable, starting with his debut album released on Christmas Eve, 2018. In 2020, he became the most-streamed artist worldwide, with his music streamed 8 billion times. By 2022, this figure surged to 18.5 billion streams. His world tour that year grossed an estimated $230 million, the highest of any musical act globally. Currently, Bad Bunny's YouTube channel has over 46 million subscribers and surpasses 30 billion video views. Known for his unique vocal style and reggaeton beats, he also explores sub-genres like rock, bachata, and soul.
Bad Bunny's rise began on SoundCloud while living in Puerto Rico. His breakthrough came with the track "Soy Peor" after signing a record deal. Collaborations with icons like Drake and Cardi B on hits such as "I Like It" and "Mia" propelled him to fame. His debut album, "X 100pre," released in 2018, paved the way for further successes, including his collaboration with J Balvin on the album "Oasis."
By 2020, Bad Bunny's popularity soared. He performed during the Super Bowl halftime show with Jennifer Lopez and was featured on Rolling Stone's cover. He capitalized on his success with the release of his second studio album, "YHLQMDLG" in 2020. Towards the year's end, he released a compilation album and his third studio album, "El Ultimo Tour Del Mundo." This album made history as the first Spanish-language album to top the US Billboard 200, driven by the hit single "Dakiti."
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Early Life
Benito Antonio Martínez, known as Bad Bunny, was born on March 10, 1994, in Almirante Sur barrio, Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. His early musical influences came from his mother, who played salsa, merengue, and ballads. Benito enjoyed staying home with his family rather than socializing on the streets. In a strict Catholic household, he sang in the choir until age 13 before being inspired by artists like Daddy Yankee.
He began performing for classmates in middle school and adopted the stage name "Bad Bunny" from a childhood photo of him looking angry in a bunny outfit. Although shy in high school, he created freestyle raps for fun and developed an interest in skateboarding and wrestling. After high school, he enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico, studying audiovisual communication.
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Career
In 2016, while working at a grocery store and studying, Bad Bunny released music on SoundCloud. DJ Lucian noticed his song "Diles" and signed him to Hear This Music. Collaborating with the Mambo Kingz, his unique sound caught attention. He released multiple top-ten Latin Chart hits, becoming prominent in the Latin American trap scene with songs like "Soy Peor," "Krippy Kush," and "Ahora Me Llama."
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In 2017, Bad Bunny signed more contracts and appeared on television. He collaborated with other Latin artists such as J Balvin, Prince Royce, and Ozuna. His crossover into English music began with "I Like It," featuring Cardi B. This track became his first chart-topping single, leading to another hit, "Mia," with Drake.
In 2018, Bad Bunny released his debut studio album "X 100pre" after signing with Rimas Entertainment due to issues with his previous label. The album received critical acclaim, and he toured extensively. In 2019, he released "Oasis" with J Balvin and performed at Coachella. His 2020 Super Bowl performance led to the release of "YHLQMDLG" and then later "El Ultimo Tour Del Mundo," which featured themes of isolation and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In May 2022, Bad Bunny released his fourth studio album, "Un Verano Sin Ti," which topped the Billboard 200 for 13 non-consecutive weeks. His world's hottest tour set a record as the highest-grossing tour by a Latin artist, earning $232.5 million. He was named Artist of the Year at the Apple Music Awards 2022.
Personal Life
Bad Bunny started dating Gabriela Berlingeri in 2017 after meeting at a restaurant. Gabriela has significantly influenced his music and professional life, contributing scratch vocals for "Te Guste" and photographing him for Rolling Stone. Bad Bunny has shared that Gabriela has been an essential support during tough times.
In 2023, his ex-girlfriend Carliz Hernandez sued him for $40 million over unauthorized use of her voice in recordings.
Apart from music, Bad Bunny has pursued professional wrestling, making several WWE appearances and holding the WWE 24/7 Champion title once.
Real Estate
In January 2023, Bad Bunny purchased a mansion in the Hollywood Hills for $8.8 million. The 7,300-square-foot property includes eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms. In January 2024, he purchased another LA mansion from Ariana Grande for $8.9 million.
