William Leonard Roberts II (born January 28, 1976), known professionally as Rick Ross, is an American rapper and record executive.Prior to releasing his debut single, "Hustlin'", in 2006, Ross was the subject of a bidding war, receiving offers from Diddy's Bad Boy Entertainment and Irv Gotti's Murder Inc., until signing a multimillion-dollar deal with Jay-Z on Def Jam Recordings. Ross released his debut album Port of Miami through the label later that year, debuting at the top spot on the U.S. Billboard 200 album chart, with sales of 187,000 units during the first week. Ross released his second studio album, Trilla in 2008, once again debuting atop the Billboard 200.Outside of his solo career, Ross was a lead member of the hip hop group Triple C's, alongside fellow Florida rappers Gunplay and Torch in 2005. Ross founded the record label Maybach Music Group in 2009, on which he released his studio albums Deeper Than Rap (2009), Teflon Don (2010), God Forgives, I Don't (2012), Mastermind, Hood Billionaire (2014), Black Market (2015), and Rather You Than Me (2017). His tenth album, Port of Miami 2 was released in August 2019 and peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200 charts. Prominent industry acts have also been signed to Rick Ross through the Maybach Music label, including Meek Mill, Wale, and French Montana, among others. In early 2012, MTV named Ross as the Hottest MC in the Game.
May 14, 2022
On Saturday, May 14, rising Atlanta rapper Lil Keed died at the age of 24. He was signed to Young Thug‘s Young Stoner Life Records.
April 25, 2022
After unexpectedly walking off set during his '85 South Comedy Show' interview in December, Rick Ross shared an explanation on the 'Breakfast Club.'
April 23, 2022
The Maybach Music Group boss unveiled the vehicle via Instagram on Thursday, just weeks before his inaugural Car and Bike Show in Fayetteville, Georgia.
April 22, 2022
Los Angeles rapper and singer Blxst has dropped his latest project 'Before You Go,' which sees him further expand upon his blend of hip-hop and R&B.
April 6, 2022
Fresh off the release of his Rick Ross collab "Ice Cream," Freddie Gibbs has offered a succinct but memorable response to speculation about his feuds.
April 4, 2022
The inaugural event in Queens, New York will feature appearances from Ice Cube, Lil Kim, Rick Ross, Jadakiss, Fat Joe, Remy Ma, and more
April 4, 2022
LL Cool J has announced his new hip-hop festival Rock the Bells, which is set to feature performances from Ice Cube, Rick Ross, and The Diplomats among others.
April 3, 2022
Built around a sample used by RZA and Raekwon in the latter's 1995 single of the same name The post Listen to Freddie Gibbs team up with Rick Ross on new single ‘Ice Cream’ appeared first on NME.
April 1, 2022
Rapper's latest track gives new spin on sample from Raekwon's song of the same name
April 1, 2022
Ahead of the release of his new album 'SSS (Soul Sold Separately),' Freddie Gibbs enlists Rick Ross for his latest video and single "Ice Cream."
March 31, 2022
In an appearance on the 'Full Send' podcast, Rick Ross opened up about his brief career as a correctional officer and why he doesn’t really beef with rappers.
March 19, 2022
Rick Ross excitedly showed off the two new buffaloes on Instagram Stories, which were sent to the rapper's Georgia ranch by his business partners at Ethika.
March 14, 2022
Rick Ross shared some words of encouragement after being asked in a new interview if he believes "hip-hop will ever embrace the LGBT community fully."
March 8, 2022
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February 28, 2022
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February 26, 2022
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February 22, 2022
Rozay is the bull whisperer. Continue reading…
February 11, 2022
The Boss thought he was an exception to the rule. Continue reading…
February 4, 2022
The Grand Theft Auto expansion’s six new Dre cuts also include collaborations with Nipsey Hussle and Rick Ross
February 1, 2022
Rozay gives a look into his past. Continue reading…
January 28, 2022
Rick Ross shows off his classic vintage car collection for an XXL digital cover story. Continue reading…
January 28, 2022
Rick Ross shows off his classic vintage car collection for an XXL digital cover story. Continue reading…
January 13, 2022
Single drops ahead of Richer Than I Ever Been deluxe edition out Jan. 28
January 13, 2022
The video arrives two weeks ahead of his album 'Richer Than I Ever Been Deluxe.'
December 22, 2021
It comes after Rick Ross said a battle with the rapper was "a possibility" The post Jay-Z says there’s “not a chance in hell” someone could ‘VERZUZ’ battle him appeared first on NME.
December 21, 2021
"We ain't even say bye or nothing!" The post Rick Ross leaves interview to use the bathroom – but doesn’t return appeared first on NME.
December 21, 2021
The rapper dipped out about 35 minutes into his interview with the '85 South Comedy Show.'
December 19, 2021
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December 16, 2021
He said it would be more a celebration than a battle, calling the legendary rapper a "one-of-one" The post Rick Ross says ‘VERZUZ’ battle with JAY-Z is “a possibility” appeared first on NME.
December 16, 2021
50 stans are coming for Ross. Continue reading…