Rapper-Producer Big K.R.I.T Net Worth & Income Sources

Take a look at the famous rapper Big K.R.I.T net worth and income sources as of 2022.

Big K.R.I.T., real name Justin Scott, is a popular American rapper and record producer. His name K.R.I.T. is the acronym for King Remembered in Time.  He is known for his southern hip-hop rap songs. 

He gained fame as one of the Southern rap legends after signing up with Cinematic Music Group and then Def Jam Recordings. Later on, he formed his own recording studio, Multi Alumni.

Big K.R.I.T.’s net worth is around $1 million as per most reputable online sources.

So how did this rapper attract fame and fortune in such a short time? 

Let’s dig in to find out the rapper and record producer’s estimated net worth and income sources.

Big K.R.I.T. Record Producer Net Worth: $1 m

Big K.R.I.T. Income Sources

Big K.R.I.T. has earned most of his fortune through rap music. He also earns income from YouTube ad monetization and sponsorship deals. The following summarizes the income sources of the rapper.

  • Earnings from YouTube ($7,500 to $119,400 per year)
  • Income from Music sales  (Income not known)
  • Sponsorship deals (Income not known)
Big K.R.I.T Net Worth : Big KRIT is popular for his rap music. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit
Big KRIT is popular for his rap music. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit

Income Source 1: YouTube

Big K.R.I.T. started his self-titled YouTube channel on 10th February 2009. He uploads his rap music on the channel. His channel has over 228K fans. His videos uploaded on the channel have been viewed 161.4 million times. 

The following table shows the performance of Big K.R.I.T’s YouTube channel. It shows the total number of subscribers, total videos, views, and estimated net earnings.

YouTube Account NameSubscribersTotal ViewsEst. Net Earnings [2] per year
Big K.R.I.T.228K161.4 million$7,500 to $119,400 

Income Source 2: Music Sales

Big K.R.I.T.’s main source of income is from music sales. He has released various songs that have peaked in the top 10 of Billboard charts. Income from the sale of music has not been disclosed by the rapper.

Income Source 3: Sponsorships

Big K.R.I.T. also earns income through social media sponsorship deals. He has not specified income from sponsorship deals.

Big K.R.I.T Net Worth : Big K.R.I.T. has over 228K subscribers on Youtube. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit
Big K.R.I.T. has over 228K subscribers on Youtube. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit

Big K.R.I.T. Bio/Early Life

Big K.R.I.T. was born Justin Scott on 26th August 1986. His place of birth is Meridian, Mississippi. His parents were divorced when he was little and he was raised by his grandmother. He has not revealed much about his personal life or straight marital status.

K.R.I.T. liked playing baseball when he was in high school. But music was his passion and produced his first beat while in the 11th grade. He left school to pursue a career in music. 

Big K.R.I.T Net Worth : Big K.R.I.T. 's career started in 2005. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit
Big K.R.I.T. ‘s career started in 2005. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit

Big K.R.I.T. Career

K.R.I.T. started producing music when he dropped out of school in 2005. He released his debut studio album See Me on Top Vol I & II. His remix Hood Fame: King of the Queen released in 2006 gained a lot of praise. 

The American rapper earned income selling his beats.  His breakthrough in the music industry came when he joined the New York record labels Cinematic Music Group in 2010 and Def Jam Records in 2012.

He released three albums between 2010 and 2012. His first major debut album was Live from Underground which he released in 2012. The album claimed the number one position on Billboard’s chart in the category of R&B/Hip Hop Albums. His next album Cadillactica released in 2014 peaked at number five on the Billboard chart.

In 2017, K.R.I.T. decided to create his own record label, Multi Alumni. He released his first album under his private label titled 4eva Is a Mighty Long Time. The album which contained four singles debuted at number seven on the Billboard chart.

K.R.I.T. released his fourth and fifth albums in 2019 and 2022, respectively.    

Big K.R.I.T. Accomplishments

Big K.R.I.T. was named one of the influential rappers of the current mayor of Birmingham, Randall Woodfin. [3] He had stated in an interview that he likes the production and rap music of the celebrity. K.R.I.T.’s songs were featured on the mixtape of the mayor, released on Spotify in 2021.

Big K.R.I.T. Controversy/Criticism

Big K.R.I.T. has not been involved in any type of controversies. However, some critics have claimed that the rapper’s music is somewhat predictable and bland. There is no surprise element in his rap music similar to other notable rappers such as Eminem, Snoop Dogg, or Dr. Dre.

Big K.R.I.T Net Worth : Big K.R.I.T. has made a fortune from his rap music. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit
Big K.R.I.T. has made a fortune from his rap music. Credit: Instagram@bigkrit

Big K.R.I.T.’s most popular video is: 


Best Big K.R.I.T. Quotes

 “I don’t rap… I spit hymns.”

“Great Art Creates More Great Art”


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Big K.R.I.T. Biography

Legal NameJustin Lewis Scott
Net Worth$1 Million
Source of WealthYouTube, Music, Sponsorships
Date of Birth26th August 1986
Place of BirthMeridian, Mississippi
GenderMale
Height182.2 cm, 5ft 11 inches
Weight78 kg, 171.6 lbs
ReligionN/A
Marital StatusSingle
PartnerN/A
ChildrenN/A
Names of ChildrenN/A
NationalityAmerican

Frequently Asked Questions About Big K.R.I.T.

What is Big K.R.I.T.’s real name?

Big K.R.I.T.’s real name is Justin Lewis Scott.

Where is rapper Big K.R.I.T. from?

Big K.R.I.T. was born and raised in Meridian, Mississippi.

What does Big K.R.I.T. stand for?

K.R.I.T. is an acronym for King Remembered in Time.

When did Big K.R.I.T. come out?

Big K.R.I.T. released his first album in 2005. He was only 19 years old at the time.

References

1.      YouTube Channel of Big K.R.I.T.

2.     Social Blade Profile of Big K.R.I.T.

3.     Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is a fan of Big K.R.I.T.’s rap music.


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