Founded in 1991, Cash Money Records has reached an amazing milestone in the history of the record label: 500 million songs sold worldwide. Read more about the success of the label in their 21-years on musical dominance below.
NEW YORK, NY – Cash Money Records, the iconic record label owned and operated by brothers Bryan “Birdman” Williams and Ronald “Slim” Williams has added another achievement to their already lengthy roster: the sale of 500 million songs worldwide.
“There is no more dynamic and prolific a label than Cash Money Records and the YMCMB family – point blank. We’re proud of every one of our artists and their contribution to our legacy,” says Bryan “Birdman” Williams, the Co-CEO and Founder, Cash Money Records. “What’s most humbling is the global reaction to our story. Slim and I built this label from the ground up and seeing our brand connect with people across borders, culture and language makes us appreciate every one of our fans worldwide. We can’t wait to deliver another 500 million bangers”.
Having success and a strong presence in global markets is nothing new to Cash Money Records. One of the most popular record labels on social media, Cash Money Records artists collectively have earned over 119 million Facebook followers from countries around the globe; over 4.5 million Instagram followers with photographs routinely appearing on the “Popular” page; over 50 million twitter followers and over 2.5 billion views on YouTube.
In 2011, after having scored the highest-selling hip hop album of the year with Tha Carter IV, Lil Wayne also lodged one of the most successful tours of 2011 with his “I Am Still Music” tour, which grossed $47 million with performances across three continents: North America, Africa and Australia. Young Money/Cash Money Records Grammy Award nominated recording artist Drake also garnered international tour success with his two best-selling tours with European runs, 2011’s Light Dreams & Nightmares Tour, and 2012’s Club Paradise Tour. Young Money / Cash Money Records’ Nicki Minaj quickly followed suit, successfully touring the United Kingdom with label-mate Tyga, successfully selling out the 02 Arena in London.
Cash Money Records had a strong year in 2012, with success in several sectors, including radio, sales and touring. In June 2012, Cash Money Records co-CEOs Ronald “Slim” Williams and Bryan “Birdman” Williams were featured on the cover of Billboard’s inaugural Urban Power Issue, which recognized their radio and retail prowess and continued expansion. In August 2012, Cash Money Records pop artist Jay Sean’s collaboration with Latin artists Chino y Nacho, “Bebe Bonita” became the #1 song on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs Chart, making Jay Sean the first British male artist and first Asian artist to achieve the top spot on the Latin Billboard Charts.
Most impressively, in September 2012 it was announced that Lil Wayne overthrew The King, when he secured 109 entries on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart, beating the 108 posted by the late Elvis Presley between 1958 and 2003. Lil Wayne’s contributions to the Billboard Hot 100 chart include two number one singles including Wayne’s first hit No. 1 with 2008’s “Lollipop” as well as 2009’s “Down,” on which he assisted labelmate Jay Sean.
In addition to the critical and commercial success of their current roster, which boasts several top selling acts including Lil Wayne, Drake, Nicki Minaj, Tyga, Kevin Rudolph, Jay Sean, Bow Wow, Shanell and DJ Khaled, Cash Money Records has signed several acts to the label over the past year including Busta Rhymes, Mystikal and Fred Durst. Not content to sign artists alone, Cash Money Records also recently signed super producer Detail, whose credits include T-Pain and Lil Wayne; production group Cool & Dre, whose production credits include Rick Ross, Chris Brown, Young Jeezy and Gym Class Heroes; as well as hit-makers Bangladesh, The Olympiks, Beat Bully, Drew Money, Kenoe, INFO and Mr.Beatz.
Ronald “Slim” and Bryan “Baby” Williams’ also welcomed Multi-GRAMMY-winning Morocco-born producer, songwriter, and musician RedOne to the family. The producer, who is also the founder and CEO of 2101 Records in a joint venture with Lucian Grainge of Universal Music, joined forces with the Williams’ Cash Money Records inside the Universal Music Group system, to launch two acts: Swedish-Congolese singer/ songwriter Mohombi and Los Angeles based TalkBack who will be on the Cash Money- 2101 Records roster.
Concludes Birdman, “Success is something that Slim and I have always aimed for. It feels great to sell 500 million songs but fans should know, we aren’t going to stop now, and will continue our legacy.
- CASH MONEY RECORDS
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