
Lehlogonolo Ronald Mataboge, popularly known by his stage name A-Reece is among the most
gifted rappers in South Africa.
The young rapper, who is known for his undying love for marijuana and his feuds with fellow
rappers like Emtee
and Mashbeatz is also more notably known for his lyrics and his ability to conquer the
industry without management or PR to promote his music.
Today we discuss this young rapper’s net worth, how he is making his money and how he is
spending it.
A-Reece’s net worth in 2022
As of 2022, A-Reece’s net worth is estimated to be $500, 000 which is roughly equivalent to about R7.2million.
The rapper has made his money through his career as a musician and through his brand
endorsement deals.
A-Reece’s music
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Like Nasty C, A-Reece, too realized his passion for rap at a very young age and was inspired by his older brother Jay Jody who is also a rapper.
The year 2015 was the rapper’s breakthrough year. His hit song Couldn't with Emtee
broke the airwaves and made his name known in South Africa. In 2016, he released his debut
album Paradise, which became number one on iTunes less than 24 hours after its
release.
Initially signed by Ambitouz
Entertainment, A-Reece left the label in 2017, claiming that the record
label had never paid him anything despite releasing music and performing at events.
In 2021, A-Reece signed a contract with Artists and repertoire (A&R), which works with
and helps emerging artists to get started before they get a signed by record labels. Under
A&R, his mixtape Today's Tragedy, Tomorrow's Memory: the mixtape got publicized
in Forbes, Clash, and Flaunt magazines.
As of 2022, the 25-year-old rapper has released two studio albums, a good number of
singles, several extended plays (EP), mixtapes, and collaborations.
Through his music, he has earned prestigious nominations and awards, including a pending
nomination at the MTV Africa Music Awards.
A-Reece’s net worth has solely been accumulated through his music. He earns money from
royalties, YouTube, licenses, and performances. It is reported that he charges R55,000 to
perform.
A-Reece's endorsements
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A-Reece also makes money from his brand endorsements. Some of the big brands that the artist is reported to have worked with include Vans and Bet.co.za.
Did A-Reece buy a house?
According to sources, A-Reece bought himself a beautiful mansion in 2019. The value of the
house is unknown but it is reportedly located in the Pretoria
suburbs so the rapper must have spent some good money on it.
It is reported that A Reece lives with the other members of the Wrecking Crew
group, of which he is a member.
A- Reece’s cars
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At the time of his departure from Ambitiouz Entertainment, A-Reece claimed that since the label had held his money, he hadn’t even bought his car.
Currently, he owns a Mercedes Benz and he was once spotted in a Ferrari, although it’s not
clear if it’s his.
Is A-Reece the richest rapper in South Africa?
A-Reece is not the richest rapper in South Africa, but he is among the top ten richest rappers. Presently, the title of the richest rapper in Mzansi is held by AKA, who has a net worth of about $12 million.
Other rich Mzansi rappers include Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, and Da LES.