Rico Love’s Impressive Net Worth: $14 Million

Rico Love: A Brief Background

Born on December 3rd, 1982, in New Orleans, Louisiana USA, Richard Preston Butler Jr., also known as Rico Love, developed a passion for music at a young age. With a prominent career in the music industry as a record producer, rapper, and songwriter, he has accumulated a noteworthy net worth of $14 million. Rico’s financial success stems from his vast contributions as a songwriter, producer, and recording artist, collaborating with renowned artists including Usher, Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Chris Brown. Alongside his musical pursuits, Rico is a proud homeowner in Golden Beach, Miami, and drives a Rolls-Royce sedan.

Rico Love’s Journey to Success

During his high school years, Rico began nurturing his skills in poetry at the encouragement of his mother. While initially considering a career as a rapper, he embarked on his educational journey at Florida A&M University. Despite leaving college prior to graduation, he made significant strides in the music industry after connecting with Usher and working closely with him at US Records/J Records. Rico’s breakthrough came with his hit song “Throwback” from Usher’s “Confessions” album in 2004. Encouraged by Usher, Rico shifted his focus to songwriting. Notable compositions, such as “There Goes My Baby” for Usher, “Just a Dream” and “Gone” for Nelly, and “Sweet Dreams” for Beyoncé Knowles, have significantly contributed to his wealth.

Rico Love’s prowess as a songwriter is further underscored by his collaborations with prominent artists including P. Diddy, Young Chris, Pleasure P, Brandy, Romeo Santos, Mary J. Blige, Kelly Rowland, and Tiara Thomas. His influence extends to the film and television industry, with his work featured in soundtracks for productions such as “Sex and the City,” “Pitch Perfect,” “Gossip Girl,” “Dancing with the Stars,” and “The Voice.” Rico’s exceptional talents led to his ranking as the number six Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Producer of the Year in 2010, coupled with a Grammy nomination in 2009 for his contribution to Beyoncé’s “I Am… Sasha Fierce.”

In 2010, Rico Love ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing his own record label, Division1, in partnership with Universal Motown. The label later transitioned to Interscope Records, with Rico at the helm as the CEO. In addition to his label, Rico operates his own production company, further diversifying his professional endeavors. While Rico initially recorded an album titled “The 5th Element” in 2007, his focus on songwriting led to its shelving. However, he later released his debut album “Turn the Lights On” in 2015, featuring hit songs like “They Don’t Know” and “B-tches Be Like,” which contributed to the growth of his net worth. Rico is now intent on expanding his solo career, expressing his desire to take on more executive producer roles in his recent career aspirations.

Outside of his professional ventures, Rico Love shares his life with photographer Robin V (Robin Thompson), also known as Miss Robin, with whom he has a son.



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Full NameRico Love
Net Worth$14 Million
Date Of Birth3rd December 1982
Place Of BirthNew Orleans, Louisiana USA
ProfessionRecord producer, Rapper, Actor, Singer, Songwriter, They Don’t Know, Bitches Be Like, Somebody Else
EducationFlorida A&M University
NationalityAmerican
SpouseSolange Knowles
PartnerRobin Thompson
NicknamesRichard Preston Butler Jr.
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/RicoLoveMusic
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/IamRicoLove
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/iamricolove/
IMDBwww.imdb.com/name/nm0522410
NominationsGrammy Award for Album of the Year, Grammy Award for Best R&B Song, They Don’t Know, Bitches Be Like, Somebody Else

Soundtrack

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Meet the Blacks2016writer: “Fuck That Nigga” – as Richard Butler a.k.a. Rico Love
The Perfect Match2016writer: “Ain’t Worried About Nothin”
Tu cara me suena2016TV Series writer – 1 episode
Top Five2014performer: “A$$-ETS”
Tu cara me suena – Argentina2014TV Series writer – 1 episode
So You Think You Can Dance2013TV Series writer – 2 episodes
The Voice of the Philippines2013TV Series writer – 1 episode
Mulheres Ricas2013TV Series writer – 1 episode
The X Factor2012TV Series writer – 2 episodes
The X Factor2012TV Series writer – 1 episode
Pitch Perfect2012writer: “Just a Dream” – as Richard Butler Jr. / writer: “Pool Mashup: medley” – uncredited
The Voice2012TV Series writer – 1 episode
The Block2012TV Series writer – 1 episode
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno2010-2012TV Series writer – 4 episodes
Glee2012TV Series writer – 1 episode
Dancing with the Stars2011TV Series writer – 1 episode
Leave It on the Floor2011producer: “Sweet Dreams” / writer: “Sweet Dreams”
Jimmy Kimmel Live!2010TV Series writer – 2 episodes
Dancing with the Stars2010TV Series writer – 2 episodes
Sex and the City 22010writer: “Labels Or Love”
Late Show with David Letterman2010TV Series writer – 1 episode
Dancing on Ice2010TV Series writer – 1 episode
Valentine’s Day2010/Iwriter: “Somebody to Love” – as Richard Butler
Todd’s Pop Song Reviews2010TV Series documentary writer – 1 episode
Cesko slovenská superstar2009TV Series writer – 1 episode
It’s On with Alexa Chung2009TV Series writer – 1 episode
Gossip Girl2009TV Series writer – 1 episode
Sex and the City2008producer: “Labels or Love”, “Click Flash” / writer: “Labels or Love”, “Click Flash”

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Catacombs2000Mack Brazzle
Zombie Bloodbath 3: Zombie Armageddon2000VideoMack Brazzle
The Shivers1998VideoRudy
Vampire Holocaust1997Tommy
Dead Things1986VideoKris Kae

Producer

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Boyfriend No. 22008Video short producer – music video

Thanks

TitleYearStatusCharacter
As Written: Melanie Fiona2012TV Mini-Series documentary special thanks – 2012

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacter
Revolt Live2014TV SeriesHimself
The Queen Latifah Show2014TV SeriesHimself – Musical Guest
The Arsenio Hall Show2014TV SeriesHimself – Musical Guest
Music Matters Showcase: Grammy Edition2014TV MovieHimself
Love & Hip Hop2012TV SeriesHimself

Nominated Awards

YearAwardCeremonyNominationMovie
2013GrammyGrammy AwardsBest R&B Song

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