Lil Jon is a venerated American rapper and record producer initially born Jonathan Smith. Lil Jon formerly a frontman of a boy band labeled Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz stirred towards a solo career after 13 years releasing debut single ‘Crunk Rock’. He also starred in the 11th and 13th season of reality TV series ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ hosted by Hollywood actor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Quick Info:
- Birthday: January 17, 1971 (Age 47)
- Ethnicity: Afro-American
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Rapper, record producer, DJ
Salary and Net Worth 2018
Lil Jon net worth: Lil Jon is an American rapper, actor, and producer who has a net worth of $28 million dollars. Lil Jon was born Jonathan Mortimer Smith on January 27, 1971, in Atlanta, Georgia and graduated from Frederick Douglass High School in Atlanta.
Lil who has been working in the music industry as a rapper has released more than 6 albums sold in millions worth deal. He has now established himself a colossal career that comes with posh life with luxurious vacations which then isn’t surprising at all considered that he has garnered such enormous fortune.
Quick Info:
- Net Worth: $28 million
- Salary: N/A
Professional Career
Lil Jon is a rapper and record producer who has produced a number of hits including ‘Crunk Rock’. He was previously a member of a group named Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz’ and had released various albums such as ‘We Still Crunk! and Put Yo Hood Up until 2004.
Career Timeline:
- 1993-2000: Started a career as DJ playing in local clubs and venues and later served Atlanta-based record label named So So Def Recordings
- Renamed Jonathan Smith as Lil Jon to form a boy band called Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz collaborating with fellow rapper Big Sam
- Released band’s debut album ‘Get Crunk, Who U Wit: Da Album after signed to Mirror Image Records in Atlanta
- 2000: Teamed up with longtime pals to form a record label, BME Recording and dropped much-awaited album ‘We Still Crunk’, which spawned big hits including ‘I Like Those Girls’
- Released third studio album ‘Put Yo Hood Up’ after the band was signed to TV Records in 2001
- 2002: Unleashed fourth studio album from the band with tracks like ‘Play No Games’, ‘Get Low’ and ‘Pitbulls Cuban Rideout’ featuring Pitbull
- As a producer, he produced a number of hits recorded by multiple artists including Ying Yang Twins ‘Salt Shaker’, Usher’s ‘Yeah’ and Petey Pablo’s ‘Freek-a-Leek’
- In 2010, he dropped his solo debut album ‘Crunk Rock’ featuring artists like R. Kelly and Ying Yang Twins after a long time scuffle with TVT record label
- 2014: Released hit song ‘Turn Down for What’ collaborating with DJ Snake as well as dropped ‘Bend Ova’ featuring Tyga
- His latest single ‘Take It Off’, which features Yandel and Beck G was unleashed in 2016
Body Measurements and Lifestyle
Lil Jon, a hip-pop singer cherished for his exceptional talent is equally admired for Afro looks and body. He packs a great talent in his 5 feet 6 inches that’s only matched by his ripped physique with an unusual smile.
One of the distinguished figures in the hip-hop world, Lil is literally an A-grade rapper known all over the world. But it’s not only his skills in rap that has made him a global name, his excellent good looks with African traits followed by deadlock hair has also been a subject to debate amidst fans as some prefer his talent over the looks while other goes for latter.
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- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (170 cm)
- Body Measurements: N/A
- Plastic Surgery: N/A
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Lil, 47 who looks quite young for his age has a weird style of making unusual faces during events and shows causing fuss within attendees and it has been trademark now. Anyway, he is well known for making a unique style statement with signature sunglasses be it with a casual ensemble or in the suit.
Whether it’s on-stage or off, he always carries an eerie with confidence and fierceness. Blessed with humility and shaped with a down-to-earth attitude and subtle simplicity, he is forever nice to all the fellow rappers, fans and contemporary celebs for which he is beloved by the industry.
Being lively and effervescent, he is traveling different countries around the world with regard to work and some time to rejuvenate the energy. He has been frequently snapped hanging out with close friends, dining in posh restaurants in the country and driving luxurious cars. He is an avid spectator of NHL’s ice hockey and supports Vegas Golden Knights.
Family and Personal Life
Lil Jon is married to wife Nicole Smith for over 13 years now. The couple together shares an all-grown-up son named Nathan Smith whom they welcomed six-years before their wedding.
Lil, a native of Atlanta, Georgia was born to Carrie-Smith Williams. But being cautious and sensitive about his personal life for whatsoever reason, he never stepped forward to provide the glance of his childhood and early life to his steadfast fans.
Quick Info:
- Parents: Carrie-Smith Williams
- Wife: Nicole Smith
- Children: Nathan Smith
- Marital Status: Married
However, it was a relief to know his educational background within the whim of secrets. Growing up in northeast Atlanta, he attended Frederick Douglass High School from where received the high school degree. After graduating the school he straightaway began working as a DJ in the local clubs and venues.
In 2004, Lil Jon tied the knot with longtime girlfriend Nicole Smith in a cloistered ceremony. The couple had been dating each other for several years before they got married in 2008 sharing six-year-old son Nathan Smith during the time.