Jay-Z And Beyoncé's Million-Dollar Businesses, Ranked From Most Lucrative To Least

Beyoncé and Jay-Z are undoubtedly among the world's most famous and influential artists. With successful music careers and millions of singles sold between them, the Hollywood couple earn millions annually. Jay-Z and Beyoncé's net worth is a combined $3 billion through their million-dollar business ventures and endorsements, with $2.5 billion coming from Jay-Z. In 2019, Jay-Z was named Hip-Hop's first billionaire.

Jay-Z and Beyoncé, who married in 2008, have been a mainstay in pop culture since the 2000s and have leveraged their fame to rake in massive revenue. Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s tour, On The II Run Tour, reportedly made $235 million, and their combined businesses are making more than that in a year. From Jay-Z’s clothing line, Champagne line, and sports agency to Beyoncé’s record label and sportswear line, here are Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s businesses.

12 Jay-Z And Beyoncé Own Significant Shares In Uber

Uber's Estimated Annual Revenue: $35 Billion

Back in 2011, just as Uber became popular, Jay-Z invested $2 million in the company. The car service company grew from a valuation of $300 million at the time to $66 billion currently. Jay-Z's stake in Uber is now valued at over $70 million. Beyoncé, on her part, joined Uber after she was offered $6 million to perform at one of their events in Las Vegas, but instead chose to get paid in Uber equity.

The stocks Queen Bey received from the company are now valued at $300 million, according to Refinery29. Uber brings in a staggering $35 billion annually, meaning Jay-Z and Beyonce earn millions yearly from their stake in the company.

11 Jay-Z's TIDAL Is His Most Lucrative Business

TIDAL's Estimated Annual Revenue: $100-$200 Million

Jay-Z bought the streaming service TIDAL in 2015 through his company, Project Bidco Ltd. He purchased the company for $55 million before bringing in other artists like Rihanna, Madonna, Beyoncé and Kanye West as co-owners. The first artist-owned music company reportedly brought in a revenue of $166.9 million in 2019.

A 13% increase from the $147.6 million in sales it made in 2018. In 2021, Jay-Z sold most of TIDAL to Twitter founder Jack Dorsey’s company Square for $302 million, according to TMZ. Square paid a hefty sum for an 80% stake in the company. The company’s annual revenue as of today is estimated to be between $100-200 million annually.

10 Jay-Z’s Music Career Earns Him Millions In Revenue

Jay-Z's Estimated Music Revenue: $75 Million

Jay-Z, real name Shawn Carter, is a successful rapper, songwriter, and producer with over 140 million records sold and over 20 Grammy Awards won. Two of his Grammy Awards were for Best R&B Song and Best Rap Collaboration form his and Beyoncé’s hit song “Crazy in Love.”

According to Forbes, Jay-Z’s first album, Reasonable Doubt, makes him over $100,000 yearly. His record label, Roc-A-Fella Records, released the body of work. The rapper's top charting albums and singles have added millions to his bank account. He earns royalties whenever they are added to a film, ad, or TV show.

The billionaire's 2017 tour, 4:44, to promote his album of the same name, grossed over $48.7 million in revenue. Jay-Z has made more than $75 million from his music catalog since purchasing the rights and publishing of his music in 2004.

9 Beyonce's Collaboration With Adidas, Her Clothing Line, Ivy Park Noir

Estimated Annual Revenue: $40 Million

Beyoncé launched Ivy Park in 2016 and, after its success, signed a significant deal with the sporting brand Adidas in 2019 to release several iconic collections. Ivy Park did well at first with Adidas, but sales gradually went down over the years. According to the Wall Street Journal, Ivy Park sales fell 50% from $93 million in 2021 to $40 million in 2022.

The report further stated in the six years of their collaboration that, some of the clothing went unsold, but Beyonce earned $20 million yearly. Adidas and Beyoncé mutually agreed to part ways after significant creative differences in 2023 with the release of their last now sold-out collection, Ivy Park Noir.

8 Jay-Z's Business, Roc Nation Sports, Has Signed Top World Athletes

Estimated Annual Revenue: $34 Million

In 2013, Jay-Z sold his stake in the Brooklyn Nets valued at $4.5 million and a $1.5 million stake in Barclays Center to start his own sports agency without conflict of interest. Roc Nation Sports is a subdivision of Roc Nation valued at $75 million. It is home to athletic talents like Kevin Durant, Victor Cruz, CC Sabathia, and Robinson Cano.

Jay’s sports agency reportedly brings in annual revenue of $34 million, according to RocketReach. Former Florida Panthers president and employee at Roc Nation said at first, no one believed in the agency because Jay-Z had no experience in the field as a rapper. "Roc Nation Sports, Jay, Juan Perez proved everyone wrong."

7 Beyoncé's Music Career Also Brings In Millions

Beyonce's Album Sales Revenue: $30.5 Million

Beyoncé is a best-selling musician, artist, and songwriter who first reached global success as a member of the girl group Destiny’s Child alongside Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams. Since leaving her career, Beyoncé has sold over 200 million records worldwide and won 24 Grammy Awards. Cosmopolitan says Beyoncé has made $30 million from her album sales so far.

In January 2023, Beyoncé was paid $24 million to perform a private concert at Dubai’s Atlantis, the Royal Hotel.

Queen Bey’s world tours also make her a lot of money from ticket and merchandise sales. Her most recent 52-show, Renaissance World Tour grossed $592 million. Previous tours, like The Formation Tour, Mrs. Carter Show World Tour, and those with her husband, have been largely successful for the "Halo" singer. Beyonce's net worth is estimated to be $540 million.

6 Jay-Z Founded A Successful Entertainment Company, Roc Nation

Roc Nation's Annual Revenue: $22 Million

In 2008, Jay-Z and Jay Brown founded the entertainment company Roc Nation after he left his position as President and CEO of DefJam Records. The company has several divisions, including a talent agency, a record label, and a TV production company home to artists like Rihanna, Demi Lovato, Grimes, J. Cole, and Big Sean. Roc Nation is currently valued at $140 million and rakes in an estimated annual revenue of $85 million.

5 Jay-Z Created The Clothing Line, Rocawear

Rocawear's Estimated Annual Revenue: $17 Million

In 1995, Jay-Z launched his clothing line, Rocawear, and in 1999, he partnered with Damon Dash to grow the brand even further. In 2007, Jay-Z sold Rocawear for $204 million to Iconix Brand Group. At its peak, Jay-Z's clothing line generated annual sales of $700 million.

After the sale, Carter retained creative and operational control of the brand, meaning he is still earning a hefty income from Rocawear sales. The line has an estimated revenue of $17 million yearly.

4 Beyoncé Releases All Her Projects Through Her Company, Parkwood Entertainment

Annual Revenue: $12 Million

One of Beyoncé's first businesses was Parkwood Entertainment, which she launched in 2009. The company first began as Parkwood Pictures, which produced music, clothing, and films like Cadillac Records and Obsessed. Beyoncé's latest film, The Lion King's soundtrack, The Lion King: Gift, was produced by Parkwood Entertainment.

The songstress' films have grossed over $2 billion in total at the worldwide box office, according to The Numbers. The company also serves as a record label, signing stars like singers Chloe and Halle. Rocketreach says the production company brings in an estimated $12 million in revenue.

In 2010, Beyonce expanded her production company to music by rebranding to Parkwood Entertainment. With the company, she signed her $50 million Pepsi deal. Beyoncé has done several tours, TV projects, and performances through her company, including the Super Bowl Halftime Show and Coachella. All these ventures under Parkwood Entertainment make the company one of Beyoncé's most lucrative businesses.

Beyoncé signed a $60 million Netflix deal to release content from her 2018 Coachella performance.

3 Jay-Z Owns The Champagne Line, Armand De Brignac Valued At $640 Million

Armand de Brignac's Estimated Annual Revenue: $7 Million

In 2014, Jay-Z bought the Armand de Brignac /Ace of Spades brand and has been promoting it since. He has reportedly been paid millions yearly since 2006, before he purchased the company. The rapper used to promote Cristal, but after racist comments from the Champagne brand’s director, he vowed never to promote or serve it in his establishments.

A bottle of his champagne costs $13 to produce and retails at $225, netting a reasonable profit for the star. In 2019, Jay-Z's company sold over 500,000 bottles. According to author O’Malley Greenburg, who wrote the book on Jay-Z, Empire State of Mind: How Jay-Z Went From Street Corner to Corner Office, the rapper took home over $4 million annually.

Jay-Z sold a 50% Ace of Spades stake to LVMH’s spirits and wine division, Moet and Hennessy. According to Forbes, Jay’s company was valued at over $630 million at the time, so a 50% sale earned the rapper at least $315 million from the sale. The award-winning rapper said the deal would help take Armand de Brignac to the next level of taste and distribution. The brand reportedly brings in an annual revenue of $4 million.