American rapper Jay Z has scored another feat in wealth wise as he is now the richest hip hop artiste. Sean Diddy combs was the previous winner but has been displaced by jay z in the current ranking.

Forbes magazine now ranks jay z the as the wealthiest hip hop star after upping his game.

Sean Diddy has held this position for seven (7) straight years since the existence of Forbes magazine in 2011.

Jay z was second on the previous list, but his wealth has improved a lot of late.

Jay Z topped the list as he emerged with an estimated net worth of $900 million.

The rapper improved on his net worth from $810 million to $900 million over the past years making him top the ranking.

Diddy is now placed at the number 2 with estimated net worth at $825 million.

Dr. Dre keeps his number 3 spot after his net worth increased from $740 million to $770 million.

Fellow rappers, Eminem and Drake emerged 4th and 5th position with net worth estimated at $100 million respectively.