Soulja Boy

About

Soulja Boy is an American rapper, record producer, actor, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his debut single "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" which became a worldwide hit and peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2007. He has since gone on to release several other number-one songs and has achieved success as an entrepreneur.

Soulja Boy Timeline

1990

Soulja Boy is Born

On July 28, 1990, DeAndre Cortez Way, known by his stage name Soulja Boy, was born in Chicago, Illinois.

2005

Begins Posting Songs on the Internet

Soulja Boy starts posting his own rap songs on the website SoundClick, gaining some local attention.

2007

Releases "Crank That (Soulja Boy)"

Soulja Boy releases his hit single "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" which tops the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart for seven weeks.

2009

Releases "Kiss Me Thru the Phone"

Soulja Boy releases another hit single, "Kiss Me Thru the Phone", which peaks at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.

2010

Wins BET Hip Hop Award

Soulja Boy wins a BET Hip Hop Award for Best Hip Hop Dance.

2014

Stars in Reality TV Show

Soulja Boy stars in the reality TV show "Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood".

2019

Launches Electronics Company

Soulja Boy launches his own electronics company, selling items such as video game consoles and watches.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Soulja Boy birthday?

Soulja Boy, an American rapper, producer, entrepreneur and actor, was born on July 28, 1990 and is currently 33 years old. He is best known for his hit single "Crank That (Soulja Boy)," which topped the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2007 and became one of the most influential songs of the 2000s.

What is the Net Worth of Soulja Boy?

Soulja Boy has an estimated net worth of $30M. He is widely known for his career in hip-hop, rap, and the music industry. His wealth comes from musical successes and record sales, brand partnerships, film appearances, and other business ventures.