Memphis Bleek is an American rapper, actor and entrepreneur whose net worth is estimated to be around $1 million. Memphis Bleek has been releasing music since 1997 and his latest single, “Don’t Stop,” was released in 2014. He has also done several collaborations with other rappers and acted in films like ‘State Property 2,’ ‘Gone Fishin’ and ‘Get Low.’
Memphis Bleek has built a successful career as a rapper, but he is also involved in the entertainment industry through his own film production company and label. Recently Memphis Bleek launched a clothing line called Black Reign Clothing which includes jeans, dress shirts, sweaters, t-shirts, hats and other accessories. Memphis Bleek also frequently travels for shows around the United States. Memphis Bleek’s hard work over the years has earned him his impressive net worth of $1 million.
What’s Memphis Bleek’s Net Worth?
Memphis Bleek, an American rapper, has a net worth in excess of $200,000. Most well-known for his role as Jay-Z’s “hype man”, Bleek is perhaps best known. Memphis started his own record labels, Get Low Records and Warehouse Music Group. He has released four albums in total over his career. Two of his albums were Gold certified, and another was Platinum. The fourth album, “The Process”, was finally announced.
Early Life
Malik Deshawn Cox, was born in New York City on June 23, 1978. Malik was born in Marcy Projects, the same area Jay-Z was raised. Cox also grew up with Sean Price, his cousin.
Career
Memphis Bleek was initially seen as a protégé of Jay-Z. He was one of the first artists signed with Roc-A-Fella Records, Jay-Z’s record label. Soon, Bleek began to appear on Jay-Z’s albums “Reasonable Doubt”, “The Dynasty Roc La Familia” and “The Blueprint 2 : The Gift & The Curse”. In 1999, Memphis released his debut album, “Coming of Age,” thanks to all this exposure. The album reached number seven on the charts and sold almost 120,000 copies in its first week.
Bleek released three more albums, beginning with “The Understanding”. The album was certified Gold and “M.A.D.E.” in 2003. After his brother was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, he took a three year hiatus. He released “543” upon his return. It features contributions by well-known artists like Rihanna, Jay-Z, and more. The album received positive reviews from critics.
“Is That Yo Chick” was his best-selling single. It featured Jay-Z and Missy Elliott, and peaked at number seven. Bleek has worked with many other artists over the years, including Ja Rule, Trick Daddy and Beanie Sigel.
Memphis revealed in 2005 that he was working on “The Process” another album. The album was never released. Bleek eventually signed to Mass Appeal Entertainment and left Roc-A-Fella Records. Jay-Z and Bleek parted ways amicably. The latter told Bleek that he could start his own company and be more successful that way. He released “KG Vol. 2” in 2012. He also released “KG Vol. 2” with The Liberty Music Group. The Liberty Music Group again enlisted his assistance to produce “The Movement.” Bleek released “The Movement 2” as a free mixtape in 2014.
Relationships
Cox wed Ashley Coombs, his long-term girlfriend, in 2014. Jay-Z was present at the ceremony in New Jersey. Coombs and Cox welcomed their baby boy in 2018
Financial Issues
Memphis Bleek filed Chapter 13 bankruptcy in 2016. His total assets were listed at $274,190 in his filing. These assets included a New Jersey residence, a Chevy Impala and clothing. He also had wedding rings. His liabilities were estimated at $384 804. Bleek claimed that he had zero dollars in his bank account, and only $100 in cash.
In addition, the bankruptcy filing revealed that Bleek earned approximately $6,000 per month in 2016, $5,350 of which was directly from his business. Bleek also reported that his monthly expenses totalled $5,350, leaving him with $500 per month after paying his bills. Memphis also owed $13,000 to the Monmouth County Superior Court and $9,000 to the IRS for his unpaid car and mortgage payments.
