Is Soulja Boy A-List?
No — Soulja Boy is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.
Reached A-list in 2007
Crank That Goes #1
Lost A-list status in 2008
Dropped to B tier — Souljaboytellem.com Album Success
Ranking Timeline
Crank That Goes #1
Crank That (Soulja Boy) topped Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, making him a teenage sensation. He pioneered using internet platforms to launch a rap career independently.
Souljaboytellem.com Album Success
His debut album went platinum and established him as a legitimate commercial artist. However, critics dismissed him as a novelty act, limiting long-term credibility.
Subsequent Albums Underperform
Follow-up albums failed to match initial success, and industry support waned. He maintained relevance through mixtapes and social media but lost mainstream momentum.
Becomes Social Media Personality
Reinvented himself as an internet celebrity and meme, staying relevant through viral moments. His online antics and beefs kept him in conversation despite declining music success.
SouljaGame Console Scam
Launched bootleg game consoles that were quickly shut down by Nintendo, becoming a viral joke. The incident exemplified his desperation for relevance and questionable business ventures.
Arrested for Probation Violation
Briefly jailed for probation violation related to weapons possession. Legal troubles and erratic behavior further damaged his already diminished reputation.
Internet Personality and Nostalgia
Maintains wealth through smart early investments and streaming royalties from Crank That. Now primarily known as an internet troll and meme rather than active musician.
Last updated: February 23, 2026