Lil Wayne

2022 - 9 - 27

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September 27 In Hip-Hop History: Lil Wayne Is Born (iHeartRadio)

40 years ago, Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. opened his eyes for the first time. His parents didn't know it at the time, but their son would later drop the "D" ...

He recently celebrated his [40th birthday](https://www.iheart.com/content/2022-09-26-lil-wayne-celebrates-his-40th-birthday-with-keith-sweat-more/) with celebrity friends like Skip Bayless and a special performance from [Keith Sweat](https://www.iheart.com/artist/keith-sweat-58434/?autoplay=true). [Juvenile](https://www.iheart.com/artist/juvenile-39518/?autoplay=true), B.G. Wayne continued to land on the charts with features on “Bling Bling” and “Number One Stunna.” Following the release of his other albums Lights Out (2000) and 500 Degreez (2002), Wayne dropped his fourth studio album Tha Carter in 2004 with successful singles like “Go DJ,” "Earthquake" and others. He was able to make a real name for himself after he appeared on Juvenile’s 1999 hit [“Back That Azz Up.”](https://www.iheart.com/artist/cash-money-millionaires-bg-32795337/songs/back-that-azz-up-97780225/?autoplay=true) The hype from Juvie’s record made fans pay attention to Wayne’s first solo album Tha Block Is Hot, which dropped later that year. By the time he dropped out of high school, he’d already [ survived a near-death shooting](https://www.iheart.com/content/2022-07-25-police-officer-who-saved-lil-waynes-life-as-a-kid-found-dead/), and began focusing on his music career full-time. His parents didn't know it at the time, but their son would later drop the "D" from his name and grow up to become one of the greatest rappers alive.

Lil Wayne has listed his Miami Beach mansion for megabucks ... (Miami.com)

Rapper Lil Wayne is listing his mansion in Miami Beach for $29.5 million. The music superstar bought the place back in 2018 for $16.75 million.

The tatted-out hip-hopper first listed the 15,000 square-foot plus waterfront home at 94 Lagorce Circle on Miami Beach in April 2015 for $18 million, but it was apparently a tough sell, despite all the add-ons. That was $8 million less than the initial asking price. [shark lagoon](https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/miami-com-news/article225745335.html) (!) that he [sold for $10 million in 2017. The 39 year old artist also owned another sweet Miami Beach property with a skate park, recording studio and That was $8 million less than the initial asking price.](https://www.wsj.com/articles/rapper-lil-wayne-sells-customized-miami-beach-home-at-a-loss-1497986597?mod=article_inline)sold for $10 million in 2017. ](https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/miami-com-news)

Lil Wayne Puts Miami Mansion On Market For $29.5 Million - hnhh (HotNewHipHop)

Lil Wayne is reportedly selling his mansion in Miami Beach, Florida for an asking price of $29.5 million. The rapper purchased the property in 2018 for ...

It is unclear why Wayne is deciding to get rid of the property now. The rapper purchased the property in 2018 for $16.75 million. The property lands at 10,600 square feet and overlooks Biscayne Bay.

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Lil Wayne Lists Miami Mansion For $29 Million (TMZ)

Lil Wayne is celebrating 40 years of life today, and apparently wants to shed some serious real estate ... because he just listed the Miami mansion he built ...

He just [celebrated his 40th birthday in L.A.](https://www.tmz.com/2022/09/26/lil-wayne-40th-birthday-keith-sweat-skip-bayless-yg-young-money/) with plenty of famous pals ... [living in the California Hidden Hills](https://www.tmz.com/2021/04/03/lil-wayne-buys-15-million-hidden-hills-home-kylie-jenner-neighbor/) these days after moving close to Kylie Jenner last year. The Hip Hop megastar is looking for a sizeable come-up ... asking $29 million for the lavish 7 bedroom, 11 bathroom palace after originally paying $16.8 million. because he just listed the Miami mansion he built in 2017. Lil Wayne Lists Miami Mansion For $29 Million

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Lil Wayne Is Selling His Epic Miami Beach Mansion for $29.5 Million (Robb Report)

The American rapper, born Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., has just put his epic waterfront estate in Miami Beach on the market with a price tag of $29.5 million.

Indeed, the 35-acre Allison Island is dotted with luxury homes and condos that have become increasingly difficult to come by. Elsewhere, the expansive primary suite is fit for rap royalty, with dual primary baths, a walk-in closet, a lounge and a large terrace overlooking the bay. A grand mahogany-clad entryway leads to a great room with windows that run from the floor all the way up to the 22-foot-high ceilings.

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Lil Wayne Puts Miami Beach Mansion Up For Sale At $29.5M (HipHopDX)

Lil Wayne has reportedly put his sprawling Miami Beach mansion up for sale for $29.5 million after shelling out $17 million for the estate in 2018.

“Just returned from Lil Wayne’s 40th birthday party,” the Skip and Shannon: Undisputed co-host tweeted. [Drake’s](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/drake) October World Weekend festival in August and has been spotted in the studio with old collaborators [Wyclef Jean](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73165/title.lil-wayne-wyclef-jean-studio-tha-carter-6) and [Juelz Santana](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73107/title.lil-wayne-juelz-santana-reunite-tha-carter-6) in recent weeks. Sweat serenaded Wayne with his 1987 hit “Don’t Stop Your Love,” while Bayless posted a photo of him hanging with his sports-obsessed friend on social media. Lil Wayne previously sold his home on nearby La Gorce Island for $10 million, about $1.7 million less than his purchase price, in 2017. [Funeral](https://hiphopdx.com/reviews/id.3622/title.review-lil-waynes-funeral-is-a-laborious-marathon-of-drop-dead-rhyming), in 2020 is currently working on [Tha Carter VI](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.72356/title.lil-wayne-tha-carter-6-drake-nicki-minaj-young-money-reunion-ovo-fest). [Kanye West](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/kanye-west), [The Weeknd](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/the-weeknd), Kylie Jenner and other celebrities.

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Lil Wayne lists his Miami mansion for $29 million (Hip Hop Vibe)

This past weekend, Lil Wayne celebrated his 40th birthday, in Los Angeles. This was at The Nice Guy, as YG, Shannon Sharpe, Mack Maine, Skip Bayless, Keith ...

For now, Wayne is living in his Hidden Hills home in LA, which appears to hint that that’s where he will be based at. A pool and open-air cabana are also available. He initially got this property built, back in 2017.

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Lil Wayne wants $29.5 million for Miami Beach mansion (Los Angeles Times)

After buying a compound in Hidden Hills last year, rapper Lil Wayne has listed his waterfront mansion in Miami Beach for $29.5 million.

Tucked behind gates, the estate features an impressive entry with double doors at the end of a floating walkway over water. Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., has sold more than 120 million records over the course of a decades-long career that has seen him release 13 studio albums and win five Grammys. His West Coast home has a bit more space, but the East Coast home offers a prime location.

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Lil Wayne wants $29.5M for Florida mansion after buying in California (New York Post)

A year after buying a home in California, Lil Wayne is looking to part ways with his Miami Beach spread -- and not for a song.

While it’s unclear why he is listing the property, it may have something to do with the not-so fond memories of the city. Features include 22-foot-high ceilings in one of the living areas with sliding doors that open onto the backyard overlooking a pool, outdoor dining spaces and a cabana. There is a second family room and a junior suite with a private terrace, according to the listing.

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Lil Wayne Is Hoping To Sell A Miami Beach Home For $29.5M (TheStreet)

The rapper born as Dwayne Michael Carter Jr. bought the home for $16.75 million in 2018.

When the owners are wealthy and in no rush to sell, many place it on the market with an artificially elevated price tag just to see what happens. The final price was also $1.7 million less than Lil Wayne paid for it in 2015. said in a statement. It sits on Allison Island, a 35-acre plot of land in Biscayne Bay land where many celebrities and wealthy residents own homes. Star home developer Laurent Harrari built it in 2017 to look at once sleek and extravagant. [inventory rose](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/miami-july-2022-home-sales-202500330.html) for the third consecutive month in a row in the summer. Matz regularly works with celebrity clients selling homes in Miami. [ separate rules](https://www.thestreet.com/investing/miley-cyrus-sells-her-nashville-ranch-for-a-big-profit) than the rest of the market. [paid for it ](https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2018/11/30/rap-star-lil-wayne-buys-miami-beach-mansion-for.html)in 2018. [DOUG](https://www.thestreet.com/quote/DOUG)) 's Cyril Matz is the listing agent representing the property. [PYPL](https://www.thestreet.com/quote/PYPL)) co-founder Peter Thiel recently [told the audience ](https://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/09/19/peter-thiel-on-florida-real-estate-becoming-like-california/)at a conservative conference that Miami is "becoming like California" despite the fact that he too [made it over ](https://therealdeal.com/miami/2021/01/22/paypal-co-founder-peter-thiel-revealed-as-buyer-of-miami-beach-mansions/)to the state from Sillicon Valley at the height of the pandemic. [ bidding wars](https://www.floridarealtors.org/news-media/news-articles/2022/09/big-drop-percent-buyer-bidding-wars) and, in some cases, overconfidence on the part of homeowners looking to sell.

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Lil Wayne Lists Modern Waterfront Miami Beach Mansion for $29 ... (Architectural Digest)

Rapper Lil Wayne's swanky home features a reflecting pool at the entrance and an interior courtyard with walls of lush vegetation.

You’ll be greeted with a custom mahogany entryway that flows to an impressive great room, finished with an eye-catching fireplace and sliding doors that open to the backyard. The extravagant home was built in 2017 by Miami developer Laurent Harari and designed by architect Ralph Choeff. The property also features a dock and 110 feet of waterfront footage.

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Lil Wayne's 40th Birthday Marked With 22 RIAA Platinum ... (Complex)

Lil Wayne has been celebrating his 40th birthday in the best way imaginable, including by stacking up 22 new platinum certifications from the RIAA.

“What the fuck?” “I’m like you with this phone,” he said at one point. [per](https://www.tmz.com/2022/09/26/lil-wayne-40th-birthday-keith-sweat-skip-bayless-yg-young-money/) TMZ, was an expectedly stacked affair. [Among](https://www.riaa.com/gold-platinum/) the Weezy tracks given new plaque-worthy certifications is the 2 Chainz collab “Rich as Fuck,” now certified as triple-platinum. The song, which appeared on Wayne’s I Am Not a Human Being sequel, first achieved RIAA gold status back in December of 2013. [Drake](http://complex.com/tag/drake)-featuring “I’m Single” and the Travis Scott-featuring “Let It Fly,” and more.

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Lil Wayne Enjoys Keith Sweat Performing "Don't Stop Your Love" at ... (The Source)

At a star-studded birthday celebration for one of the greatest in Hip-Hop history, Lil Wayne loses his mind during a performance by Keith Sweat.

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In honor of Lil Wayne's 40th birthday, the National Museum of ... (HITS Daily Double)

In honor of Lil Wayne's 40th birthday, the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville has announced a new exhibit boasting numerous ...

(9/27a) Carter's 40th than by commemorating his accomplished career with an exhibit honoring his 25 years of impacting the music we listen to and the multiple genres he's shaped, alongside the larger story we tell here at NMAAM.” The museum is hosting an event for local college students on 9/27 so they can be the first members of the public to view the exhibit.

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Lil Wayne Earns 22 New RIAA Certifications On His 40th Birthday (HipHopDX)

The new platinum plaques span Wayne's entire career and include some of his biggest singles, with one of the biggest accomplishments being “6 Foot 7 Foot,” and ...

[spotted in the studio with Wyclef Jean](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73165/title.lil-wayne-wyclef-jean-studio-tha-carter-6) and [Juelz Santana](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73107/title.lil-wayne-juelz-santana-reunite-tha-carter-6). His last album was 2020’s [Funeral](https://hiphopdx.com/reviews/id.3622/title.review-lil-waynes-funeral-is-a-laborious-marathon-of-drop-dead-rhyming), which debuted at No. “I love you man. [here](https://www.riaa.com/gold-platinum/). “That’s what I wanted to tell you,” he said. [Drake](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/drake) and [Future,](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/future) which are now 7x platinum. [changed his Instagram profile picture](https://twitter.com/HipHopDX/status/1574824944814493698?s=20&t=rxVViFYjs_tGxrw-pQl30w) in honor of Wayne’s birthday. Thank you for everything. [said in an interview with ESPN’s Michael Eaves](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.57347/title.lil-wayne-confirms-tha-carter-vi-no-ceilings-3-are-on-the-way). [Tha Carter VI.](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.72356/title.lil-wayne-tha-carter-6-drake-nicki-minaj-young-money-reunion-ovo-fest) [a massive party](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73731/title.lil-wayne-40th-birthday-party) at The Nice Guy in Los Angeles, which featured several notable guest appearances from people like [YG](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73595/title.yg-i-got-issues-tracklist) and Mack Maine, to [Keith Sweat](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.62942/title.bobby-brown-keith-sweat-bringing-their-new-jack-swing-to-surprise-verzuz) and [Skip Bayless](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.68404/title.lil-wayne-welcomes-skip-bayless-wife-into-his-home-despite-yet-more-lebron-james-hate). [Lil Wayne](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/lil-wayne) has rung in his 40th year of life with 22 new RIAA certifications.

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National Museum of African American Music Opens New Exhibit to ... (tntribune.com)

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TN Tribune) – The National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) announces a new exhibit with Grammy award-winning rapper, songwriter, ...

Based in Nashville, Tenn., the museum shares the story of the American soundtrack by integrating history and interactive technology to honor the musical heroes of African American music of the past and the present. The National Museum of African American Music is the only museum in the world dedicated solely to preserving African American music traditions and celebrating the central role African Americans have played in shaping American music. Lil Wayne is the first Hip-Hop artist to support the museum’s mission and values with a fully curated set of artifacts. NMAAM will host an event for local college students to view the artifacts first and engage in a celebration and lecture discussion presented by Vanderbilt professors for the artist. Carter expressing his interest in partnering with us, we found out that ten years ago (on Carter’s 30th birthday (September 27, 2012)), he became the first male artist to surpass Elvis Presley with the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100, with 109 songs. Michael Eric Dyson, Centennial Chair and University Distinguished Professor of African American and Diaspora Studies as part of special topics in Humanities, Dr.

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Lil Wayne Gets Love From Drake, Kanye West, Nicki Minaj & More ... (HipHopDX)

Lil Wayne has been celebrating his 40th birthday, and the love has poured in for the New Orleans rapper from many of his contemporaries.

I ain’t shit without you is the first one and the second one is I ain’t shit.” [Kanye West](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/kanye-west) and Lil Wayne have teamed up on an array of records including “Lollipop (Remix),” “Barry Bonds” and more. [Drake](https://hiphopdx.com/artist/drake) said while having some issues working his phone camera. [September 27, 2022] MY EVERYTHING 🎂 🎉🎉😂🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🏽💋❣️🎉 🥳🎈🎈🎈❣️❣️❣️ “The greatest rapper to ever walk the earth signed me like 15 years ago,” Nicki wrote. MY EVERYTHING.”

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RIAA Update Plaques For 3 Albums & 19 Singles By Lil Wayne (Lil Wayne Fansite)

For Lil Wayne's birthday on September 27, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) updated certifications for 3 Wayne albums and 19 of his ...

“Dedicate” – 1x Platinum “Fireman” – 2x Platinum “Believe Me” featuring Drake – 2x Platinum

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Lil Wayne — “Drop The World” feat. Eminem Certified 5x Platinum in ... (Eminem.Pro)

Lil Wayne has mass-updated his RIAA certificates for his birthday, bringing the number of platinum plaques for his joint with Marshall, “Drop The World”, ...

Now the RIAA has recognised the five million units the song sold in the US since its release. He released it in December 2009, and in June 2010, the RIAA awarded the single its first Platinum. Lil Wayne has mass-updated his RIAA certificates for his birthday, bringing the number of platinum plaques for his joint with Marshall, “Drop The World”, up to five.

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Lil Wayne Celebrates 40th Birthday, Legendary R&B Singer Keith ... (Briefly)

Lil Wayne celebrated his 40th birthday recently. Legendary R&B singer Keith Sweat performed at the seasoned US rapper's party.

The God's Plan hitmaker took to his Instagram stories recently and shared a snap of himself rocking his new hair do. The Canadian-born rapper took to social media to flex his long black and silky hair. Many young women agreed that the hairstyle suits their favourite artist. The rapper's father is singer Dennis Graham. Some were surprised that [Lil Wayne](https://www.instagram.com/liltunechi/?hl=en) is only 40 because he has been in the hip-hop industry for a long time. He enjoyed a performance from R&B legend, Keith Sweat.

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Lil Wayne Puts His Miami Beach Mansion On The Market For N12.7 ... (Legit.ng)

Famous American hip-pop star, Lil Wayne, is ready to part ways with his gorgeous property in Miami Beach, which he has put on the market for N12.7 billion.

[Lil Wayne recently turned 40](https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1494722-goat-lil-wayne-celebrates-40th-birthday-legendary-rb-singer-keith-sweat-performs-fans-react/). The US music star celebrated his [birthday](https://www.legit.ng/1192763-happy-birthday-wishes-135-ideas.html) at a packed venue. Your support matters!](https://www.patreon.com/legit) [Lil Wayne](https://www.legit.ng/1234328-lil-wayne-net-worth-age-height-education-wife-children.html) is selling his vast Miami Beach property for $29.5 million (N12.7b) after buying it for $17 million (N7.4b) in 2018, which is around 75% more than he bought it for. Lil Wayne's decision to sell the house at this time is unknown. The 10,632-square-foot house has 110 feet of water frontage, a pool, and a cabana and is situated on a half-acre land. [YEN.com.gh](https://yen.com.gh/real-estate/217533-lil-wayne-sells-puts-miami-beach-mansion-market-295-million/) [happy birthday](https://www.legit.ng/1138034-romantic-birthday-message-girlfriend-top-5.html). [informed the Wall Street Journal](https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/435949-lil-wayne-puts-miami-mansion-on-market-for-29-5-million) that the neighbouring home sold for $16.5 million in January. [Digital Talk newsletter](https://corp.legit.ng/email-subscribe) to receive must-know business stories and succeed BIG! [constructed in 2017 by Laurent Harrari](https://hiphopdx.com/news/id.73762/title.lil-wayne-selling-miami-mansion-29-million#), a developer of premium homes. Donate to Legit Charity on Patreon. - The American celebrity has listed the Miami property for sale and is asking for $29.5 million (N12.7b) for the home

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Lil Wayne Celebrated His 40th Birthday With All His Kids By His ... (Essence)

They're Reginae Carter, Dwayne Carter III, Kameron Carter and Neal Carter. He shares them (in order) with ex-wife Toya Johnson, Sarah Vivian, actress Lauren ...

But if you didn’t know much about the rapper’s brood, here’s a quick reminder of who’s who. Simple things like putting my sons to sleep.” They all seem to be close, and in their own way, bear a striking resemblance to the beloved Louisiana MC. [Reginae Carter](https://www.essence.com/entertainment/exclusive-angela-simmons-and-reginae-carter-join-season-2-of-social-society/), Dwayne Carter III, [Kameron Carter](https://www.essence.com/love/relationships/2022-espy-awards/) and Neal Carter. Simple things like helping my daughter with her homework. He’s often seen with them individually, but Weezy’s babies were all on hand for the party.

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Rapper Lil Wayne is selling his Florida mansion for $29.5 million (Creative Loafing Tampa)

Rapper and Young Money founder Lil Wayne is selling his giant Florida mansion, and he's asking quite a bit more than "A Milli."

Built in 2017, the 10,278-square-foot contemporary home comes with seven bedrooms and nine bathrooms, as well a movie theater with suede wall coverings, a pool, a mahogany-clad entryway, and a great room with 22-foot-high ceilings. [6480 Allison Rd.](https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/6480-Allison-Rd-Miami-Beach-FL-33141/43879314_zpid/?), in Miami Beach, the waterfront home sits on the extremely affluent Allison Island, a roughly 35-acre island in Biscayne Bay. [A Milli](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Vf4mMCpNY0)."

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Lil Wayne Parties With Close Friends And Family Members At His ... (BET)

Lil Wayne celebrated his 40th birthday at The Nice Guy in Los Angeles! On Sunday (Sept. 25), the legendary rapper was all smiles as he marked his big ...

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