What is Memphis Bleek's Net Worth?
Memphis Bleek is an American rapper with a net worth of $200,000. He is widely recognized for being the 'hype man' for the renowned rapper Jay-Z. Bleek founded his own record labels, including Get Low Records and Warehouse Music Group. Throughout his career, he has released four albums. Two of these albums achieved Gold certification, and another went Platinum. A fourth album, titled 'The Process,' was announced but never released.
Early Life
Malik Deshawn Cox, known as Memphis Bleek, was born on June 23, 1978, in New York City. He was raised in the Marcy Projects, the same neighborhood as Jay-Z. Cox also grew up with his cousin, Sean Price.
Career
Memphis Bleek began his music career as a protege to Jay-Z, being one of the first artists signed to Roc-A-Fella Records. He featured on several Jay-Z albums, including 'Reasonable Doubt,' 'The Dynasty: Roc La Familia,' and 'The Blueprint 2: The Gift & The Curse.' This exposure paved the way for his debut album, 'Coming of Age,' in 1999, which peaked at number seven on the charts, selling nearly 120,000 units in its first week.
He subsequently released three more albums: 'The Understanding,' which went Gold; 'M.A.D.E,' which also achieved Gold status; and '534,' which featured collaborations with artists like Rihanna and Jay-Z. '534' was well-received by critics. His most commercially successful single, 'Is That Yo Chick,' featured Missy Elliott and Jay-Z, peaking at number seven on the charts.
Over the years, Bleek has collaborated with numerous artists, including DMX, Ja Rule, T.I., Trick Daddy, Beanie Sigel, and Young Gunz.
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In 2005, he announced a new album, 'The Process,' which was never released. Eventually, Bleek left Roc-A-Fella Records and signed with Mass Appeal Entertainment. Jay-Z supported his decision, encouraging him to build his own company. In 2012, he released 'KG Vol. 2' and 'The Movement' with The Liberty Music Group, followed by a free mixtape, 'The Movement 2,' in 2014.
Relationships
In 2014, Memphis Bleek married his longtime girlfriend, Ashley Coombs, in a New Jersey ceremony attended by Jay-Z. They welcomed their first child in 2018.
Financial Issues
In 2016, Memphis Bleek filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, listing total assets at $274,190 and liabilities at $384,804. His assets included a residence in New Jersey, a Chevy Impala, clothing, and wedding rings. His filing also revealed he had zero dollars in his bank account and $100 in cash.
His 2016 monthly income was about $6,000, with expenses around $5,350, leaving him with approximately $500 monthly. He also owed $9,000 to the IRS and $13,000 to the Monmouth County Superior Court.
