Is Grimes A-List?
NoB
No — Grimes is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2010C$0.1M
Independent Album Releases
Grimes began releasing albums independently, building a following.
2012B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Signed with 4AD
Grimes signed with a major label, gaining wider exposure.
2015B$2M+$1.5M
"Art Angels" Release
Grimes achieves critical acclaim with 'Art Angels'.
2018B$5M+$3M
Relationship with Elon Musk
Her relationship with Elon brought her into the public eye.
2020B$8M+$3M
"Miss Anthropocene" Album
Grimes released another innovative and well-received album.
2026B$10M+$2M
Influential Music and Fashion
Grimes remains an innovative figure in music and fashion.
Last updated: February 23, 2026