Rich Gang is an American rap supergroup formed in 2013 composed of rap mogul Birdman, Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan, various Cash Money Records artists, Young Money Entertainment artists and friends in the music industry. The debut album of the group was released on July 23, 2013, titled Rich Gang: Flashy Lifestyle in addition to several singles including 'Lifestyle', 'We Been On' & 'Tapout' and mixtape Rich Gang: Tha Tour, Part 1. Rich Gang’s tracksbypublished on 2018/04/09 09:51:20 +0000bypublished on 2017/02/10 00:51:18 +0000bypublished on 2016/11/30 05:25:26 +0000.
'Rich Gang' redirects here. For the album, see.Ca$h MoneyParent companyFounded1992; 27 years ago ( 1992)FounderStatusActiveDistributor(s)(In the US)(Worldwide)GenreVariousCountry of originUnited StatesLocation, U.S.Official websiteCash Money (or styled as Ca$h Money) is an American record label founded by two brothers,. The label is distributed by, which used to be. The label itself has been home to a roster of artists that included, and, which led to Cash Money to becoming one of the most successful record labels in hip-hop history.Artists signed to Cash Money Records have achieved a combined 12 number one on the chart and 7 number one on the chart ('s ', 's ', ' and Drake's ', ', ', and ').
(pictured) founded Cash Money Records in 1992 with his brother.Along the way he met a lot of influential people on the road with the Hot Boys. Wendy Day negotiated the deal between Cash Money and Universal Music Group's Universal Records (now Republic Records), which became an 80%-20% distribution deal.
Later, UMG acquired a portion of Cash Money Records, making it a UMG subsidiary.For its first few years (1992–1997), Cash Money played host to a number of local releases by artists, selling only one album, without ever releasing a music video or having a Billboard hit. Some of the label's releases garnered some regional success in, but the label was little known to the national rap scene. Artists on the label during this period included the group (Uptown Niggas Living Violently), Lil Slim, Pimp Daddy, and PxMxWx.
Cash Money Records' opening salvo was the release of Kilo G's ' The Sleepwalker.' Rapper Kilo G was just 15 years old when his Cash Money debut arrived in 1992, and his album was sold out of the trunk of the Williams brothers' car. In 1995, the label signed young rappers and and became a duo known as The B.G.' Z (Baby Gangstaz) and released.
The rest of the signees marked what would be the second wave of Cash Money artists.In the beginning of 1997, after Kilo G and Pimp Daddy was murdered, Cash Money signed a slur of new artists including who already had a buzz in the streets in the mid-1990s. At this time and another local rapper by the name of Bulletproof aka lil Derrick joined the roster. In May 1997 Birdman organized a rap group that included, and Bulletproof. After the passing of his father, joined the group and they became known as the. Shortly before the Hot Boys took off, Bulletproof left the group and was later killed in 2002.
Cash Money's big break came in 1998 when the, B.G. And Juvenile in particular, caught the attention of executives.
1998-2000 Universal Records deal In 1998, Cash Money signed a $30 million pressing and distribution deal with a $3 million advance contract with Universal, entitling the label to 85% of its royalties, 50% of its publishing revenues and ownership of all masters. Dino Delvaille, who orchestrated the deal, later told HitQuarters: 'I made certain they retained (the rights) of their work.
They deserve it.' Started as a member of the and became the label's best-selling artist.After the deal Cash Money records achieved a new level of success. The release of Juvenile's 1998 album, which was certified 4X Platinum by the, solidified Cash Money as a powerful label in the national hip-hop scene. Later albums in 1999 such as the ', B.G.' Z, and 's also saw great chart success and furthered the label's reputation. These albums contained major Billboard hits such as Juvenile's ' (#19 on the ), B.G.'
S ' (#36), and the Hot Boys' ' (#65). All of Cash Money's albums and singles in this period were solely produced by the label's in-house producer,. Their A&R at Universal, Dino Delvaille, said:When they first came into the business, they were very reluctant to make records with other people. They probably felt that people would steal their style or flavor, and I had to work hard to get them to open up to making records with Cam'ron, Puffy, and Clipse, among others. 2000–12: Continued success and various signings This label's success continued into the 2000s. Between 2001 and 2003, the label sold 7 million albums.
The song 'Still Fly' by the was nominated for two. However, B.G. And Juvenile left the label in 2002, claiming financial mismanagement.
In April 2003, Juvenile returned to the label for a reported $4 million deal, and in return, he signed over the rights to, an album which sold over a million copies and contained the Billboard Hot 100 No. In 2007, former Hot Boys member Lil Wayne was named president of Cash Money Records and CEO of. Later that year, Lil Wayne stepped down as president to focus on his career, especially. In 2008, Lil Wayne re-signed with Cash Money, ensuring that his next few albums will be produced by the label. Signed to the label in 2009 and has released, and.In September 2008, Cash Money released rocker 's smash-hit debut single ' featuring label-mate Lil Wayne. On October 15, 2008 at the, British R&B singer announced that he had signed with Cash Money Records. In February 2009, the Williams brothers were featured in 's Newbos: The Rise of America's New Black Overclass, a documentary show profiling several black multi-millionaires.
In early 2009 former artist signed with the label. On August 16, 2009, announced that he signed with Cash Money Records.In 2009, they took part in a major label bidding war for native rapper. Eventually, they won the bidding war and Nicki Minaj was signed to them exclusively for Young Money. Cash Money Records popularity grew after signing Minaj and Canadian rapper. On August 5, 2010, production group signed with Cash Money Records. The production group announced the news via Twitter. They are the first in house producer Cash Money has had since Mannie Fresh.On August 19, 2010, Birdman signed to the label also signing his label as a subsidiary of Cash Money.
On February 24, 2012, Cash Money Records signed the nu metal band. Wayne said the same day they were close to signing.In 2011, Cash Money Records signed a co-publishing venture with the called Cash Money Content. 2013–present: Rich Gang and dissension. And signed to the label in the late 2000s and have both released highly commercially successful singles.In February 2013, Birdman released a compilation mixtape with Cash Money and Young Money, entitled Rich Gang: All Stars.
Shortly afterwards, he announced a compilation album entitled Rich Gang: Flashy Lifestyle that was due to be released on May 21, 2013—it featured members of Cash Money, Young Money, and various collaborators. The first single from the project, ' was released on March 19, 2013, and features Lil Wayne, and Nicki Minaj, with production by 's.
'Fly Rich' featuring Stevie J, Future, Tyga, and was also released as a promotional single.The album's release date was then pushed back to July 23, 2013, while the title was also shortened to just. The album garnered a mixed critical reception and debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200.On December 4, 2014, just five days before was due to be released, Wayne issued a statement saying the album would not be released on its expected release date due to his displeasure with Birdman refusing to release the album, although it had been completed. Wayne also expressed his feelings by stating he felt he and his creative partner were being held 'prisoner'. Lil Wayne filed a lawsuit. On January 20, 2015, Wayne, a sequel to his, to compensate for the continued delay of Tha Carter V. Upon Sorry for the Wait 2 's release, it was noted that Wayne Birdman and Cash Money Records several times throughout. Birdman was reported to be upset with this.
In late January 2015, Lil Wayne filed a $51 million lawsuit against Birdman and Cash Money over the delay of Tha Carter V.In January 2015, Wayne stated that when he leaves Cash Money, he would take Drake and Nicki Minaj with him. On June 22, reported new details on the lawsuit. According to documents filed by Lil Wayne, Birdman and Cash Money have mismanaged Young Money, including Drake and Minaj.
The documents allege that Birdman and Cash Money haven't paid people. In June 2015, Wayne joined 's as an artist owner and exclusively released a single on the service titled 'Glory.' On July 4, 2015, Wayne released exclusively through Tidal under Young Money and Republic Records. On July 15, prosecutors allege Birdman and Young Thug conspired to murder Lil Wayne and were involved in the April 26 shooting. On July 16, Birdman filed a $50 million lawsuit against Jay Z's Tidal streaming service over Lil Wayne's Free Weezy Album. The lawsuit claims that Cash Money Records exclusively owns the rights to Lil Wayne's music, although he is now independent and the label no longer owns these rights.On April 12, 2017, Birdman accepted a plaque in honor of Cash Money Records having sold one billion units. On September 13, 2018, it was announced that Young Money was no longer a joint business venture with Cash Money.
Ownership of the imprint was granted entirely to Lil Wayne as part of the legal settlements with Birdman that were finalized. Current artists.
All of OVO Sounds' releases are distributed byIn-house producers From its founding until 2005, was the well-known production head of all Cash Money releases, as the label's resident producer. The label would be without a proper in-house producer until August 2010, when production duo signed to the label.
Since then, the label has grown its production division by signing more producers. The Avengerz.
The Beat Bully. DJ Swamp Izzo.
Dub Tha Prodigy. D Roc. Illa Jones. Natra Average. Mr.
Beatz. Superearz (Production team). TEAUXNY. The Renegades.Legal issues In October 2009, Cash Money Records, Birdman, Lil Wayne and various music distribution outlets were sued for copyright infringement by Thomas Marasciullo, who claims his voice was used without permission. The rappers asked him to record some 'Italian-styled spoken word recordings' in 2006. The lyrics were allegedly used on 'Respect' and other tracks from the rappers' collaboration album and Birdman's.In 2011, Cash Money Records, Lil Wayne, Universal Music Group, and were sued for US$15 million by Done Deal Enterprises, who claim Lil Wayne's song ' was stolen from Done Deal. Discography.
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