James Brown Net Worth

James Brown's net worth is currently estimated at $3M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

1956$0.01MC

"Please, Please, Please"

James Brown releases his first hit single, "Please, Please, Please".

1965$0.1M+900%B

"Papa's Got a Brand New Bag"

James Brown releases "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", a groundbreaking funk track.

1968$0.5M+400%B

"Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud"

James Brown releases "Say It Loud - I'm Black and I'm Proud", becoming a civil rights anthem.

1970$1M+100%B

"Sex Machine" Released

Releases "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine."

1986$1.5M+50%B

Rock and Roll Hall

Inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

1988$2M+33%C

Arrested for Assault

Arrested for assault.

2006$3M+50%B

Death of Soul Godfather

James Brown dies at age 73.

Last updated: February 23, 2026