What Is DRAM's Net Worth?
DRAM is an American rapper, singer, and record producer with a net worth of $2 million. His debut EP, "#1Epic," came out in 2015, followed by the mixtape "Gahdamn!" the same year. His hit single "Broccoli," featuring Lil Yachty, achieved #8 on the US Rap chart, #13 on the US R&B chart, and #39 on the "Billboard" Hot 100. Beyond his solo work, DRAM has collaborated with artists such as DP Beats, E-40, and Nef the Pharaoh.
Early Life
DRAM ("does real-ass music"), born Shelley Marshaun Massenburg-Smith on August 3, 1988, in Landstuhl, West Germany, relocated to the United States before his first birthday. Raised in Hampton, Virginia, after his mother left the military, DRAM developed a passion for music, idolizing singer Bilal during his teen years. Before launching his music career, he sustained himself through jobs in shipyards and call centers.
Career
DRAM entered the professional music scene in March 2015 with his EP "#1EPIC," released through Atlantic Records and Empire Distribution. The EP's single "Cha Cha" topped the "Billboard" Bubbling Under Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles chart. Later in October, he dropped his debut mixtape, "Gahdamn!"
In April 2016, DRAM's single "Broccoli" featuring Lil Yachty was released, becoming an international sensation and reaching #5 on the "Billboard" Hot 100. This track was DRAM's breakthrough, earning 7x Platinum certification from the RIAA and receiving nominations at the Grammy Awards, iHeartRadio Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards.
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October 2016 marked DRAM's appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" where he performed "Blessings (Reprise)" alongside Chance the Rapper, Ty Dolla Sign, Anthony Hamilton, and Raury. That same month, he released his debut studio album, "Big Baby DRAM," which received favorable reviews and featured guest appearances from Young Thug, Erykah Badu, Lil Yachty, Playboi Carti, Trippie Redd, ASAP Rocky, and Juicy J. Recognized by "Complex" and "The New York Times" as one of the "50 Best Albums of 2016," the album also included the singles "Cute" and "Cash Machine," the latter earning a Gold certification from the RIAA.
November 2017 saw the release of his EP "#1HappyHoliday," featuring singles such as "The Uber Song" and "Group Thang." Another EP, "That's a Girl's Name," followed in 2018. In April 2021, DRAM released his second studio album "Shelly FKA DRAM," and in 2022, he dropped "What Had Happened Was…"
In addition to his solo projects, DRAM has appeared as a guest artist on numerous tracks, including "I Feel Your Pain" by Sbtrkt, "Slappin" by E-40, "Andromeda" by the Gorillaz, "I'm on 3.0" by Trae the Truth, "Count Up" by Smokepurpp, "All of Mine" by Young Dolph, "Must've Been" by Chromeo, "Suavecito" by Yung Gravy, "It Gets Better" by GRiZ, and "New Hawaii" by Injury Reserve.
Personal Life
As DRAM's fame rose, he grappled with addiction to alcohol and various substances. An intervention by close friends in January 2020 prompted him to seek sobriety through rehabilitation. Since then, DRAM has successfully maintained sobriety, undergone significant weight loss, and embraced a healthier lifestyle. He has been in a long-term relationship, although he prefers to keep his girlfriend's identity private.
