Is Rick Ross A-List?
YesA
Yes — Rick Ross is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 2009
Maybach Music Group
Ranking Timeline
2006D$0.1M
"Hustlin'" Release
Rick Ross gains attention with his debut single "Hustlin'".
2006C▲$1M+$0.9M
Def Jam Signing
Signs with Def Jam Recordings after a bidding war.
2006B▲$3M+$2M
*Port of Miami* Album
Releases his debut album, achieving commercial success.
2009A▲$8M+$5M
Maybach Music Group
Founds his own record label, Maybach Music Group (MMG).
2015A$25M+$17M
Continued Album Success
Releases numerous successful albums, solidifying his position.
2020A$40M+$15M
Maintains Presence
Continues to release music and manage MMG artists.
2026A$45M+$5M
Hip-Hop Mogul
Ross remains a major figure in hip-hop as a rapper and executive.
Last updated: September 21, 2026