5 Criminals Who Became Famous Entrepreneurs

Jay Z started out as a drug dealer in Brooklyn’s Marcy Projects who shot his own brother over stealing his jewelry. Today, he’s one of the richest guys on earth and really knows how to run a business.

Jay-Z has released multiple rap albums, many of which are considered ‘landmarks’ of the rap music genre. He’s had four number one songs on the Billboard Hot 100.

Jay-Z owns clubs in multiple cities, is an owner of the Brooklyn Nets, has a stake in Roca Wear, and owns an investment company which has equity in a number of odd but profitable ventures.

Combined with wife Beyonce, the couple has a value of around $150 million dollars.