Who Is Riff Raff (rapper)? Age, Biography and Wiki
Riff Raff, born on January 29, 1982, is an American rapper known for his unique style and eccentric personality. As of 2025, Riff Raff is 43 years old. With a colorful persona and flamboyant fashion sense, he has carved out a distinctive niche in the hip-hop industry since rising to fame in the early 2010s. Riff Raff's real name is Jimmy Wopo and he gained mainstream attention with viral hits like "Cuz My Gear" and his various collaborations.
| Occupation | Musicians |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | January 29, 1982 |
| Age | 43 Years |
| Birth Place | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Riff Raff (rapper)'s Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Riff Raff stands tall at approximately 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) and weighs around 200 pounds (91 kg). His unique appearance is often complemented by brightly colored hair and extravagant tattoos, reflecting his vibrant personality. While specific body measurements are less documented, his athletic build and energetic performance style contribute to his captivating stage presence.
Simco was formerly a member of the hip hop group Three Loco, along with Andy Milonakis and Dirt Nasty, who reunited on his Balloween 2016 Halloween mixtape performing "Bitches in my Driveway". The trio premiered a Christmas parody song, "Ho-Ho-Loco", in the TBS ''Surprise! Instant Xmas Carol'' special.
In February 2018, Riff Raff signed with singer Blackbear's Beartrap Sound for a reported US$500,000.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Riff Raff is known to keep his personal life low-key, though he has been linked to various romantic partners throughout his career. In 2025, he reportedly is in a relationship with social media influencer Ariana Dune, who shares his love for art and music. The couple frequently appears together in each other’s social media posts, showcasing their playful and adventurous lives. Riff Raff often credits his family background for inspiring his artistic tendencies, though not much is publicly known about his family members.
His mother grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio, descending from a family of German Jews and Lithuanian Jews that included several survivors and victims of the Holocaust. Riff Raff is the second of four siblings. He and his family lived in Copperfield, a suburb 25 miles northwest of Houston.
Growing up he was obsessed with basketball, playing frequently with other children in his neighborhood. The Simcos had moved to nearby Stone Creek. He attended Langham Creek High School, where he was shooting guard on his school's basketball team, before dropping out in his senior year. Shortly thereafter he obtained his GED.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Riff Raff’s estimated net worth ranges from $3 to $5 million. His earnings come from various sources, including music sales, live performances, endorsements, and his ventures into merchandise. Riff Raff's ability to engage with his audience through social media has significantly boosted his brand, further adding to his financial success.
Beginning in 2011, Riff Raff began to be managed by OG Ron C (of Swishahouse fame) and moved to Los Angeles. Riff Raff then started releasing more music videos that furthered the artist's internet fame. Those include songs such as "Jose Canseco", and "Marc Jacobs". Then in mid-2011, Riff Raff signed to Soulja Boy's label S.O.D. Money Gang Inc.
Riff Raff joined Soulja Boy's SODMG label before they met in person; no paperwork was ever signed. However, Riff Raff still wore the imprint's chain, got its logo tattooed, and again adjusted his stage name, this time to Riff Raff SODMG.
They would remain affiliated for around a year, but the label did not push or pay Riff Raff, which would result in him leaving the label. Soulja Boy publicly called Riff Raff a "cokehead" following their split.
Career, Business and Investments
Riff Raff's career took off after appearing on the reality television show "From G’s to Gents" in 2009. Since then, he has released multiple mixtapes and albums, with collaborations featuring notable artists such as Lil Dicky, Gucci Mane, and Wiz Khalifa. Beyond music, Riff Raff has dipped his toes in entrepreneurship, launching clothing lines and investing in various art projects. His ventures often combine his passion for creativity with sharp business sense, making him a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
Horst Christian Simco (born January 29, 1982), known professionally as Riff Raff (often stylized as RiFF RAFF), is an American rapper from Katy, Texas. He was originally managed by Swishahouse co-founder OG Ron C in 2011.
After initially signing with Soulja Boy's record label Stacks on Deck Entertainment, Simco signed with producer Diplo's Mad Decent label to release his debut studio album, Neon Icon (2014). Despite mixed critical response, it moderately entered the Billboard 200 along with his second album Peach Panther (2016), which was released by Warner Records.
Prior to the latter's release, Simco entered a US$4 million joint partnership with Stampede Management and BMG for his Neon Nation label and production company. The joint deal fell apart in the wake of legal disputes following the release of the 2012 film Spring Breakers.
Social Network
Riff Raff is highly active on social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter, where he shares glimpses of his life, music, and personality. With millions of followers, he uses these platforms to connect with his fans, promote new music, and showcase his artistic endeavors. His engaging posts and quirky videos maintain his status as an influential personality in the online community.
Riff Raff started rapping in 2005, making homemade CDs of his rapping over other artists' beats, and passing them out at various malls in the Greater Houston Area including Katy Mills Mall. He credited his early influences being Texas veteran rappers Devin the Dude and Paul Wall.
Riff Raff took advantage of social media on Myspace, YouTube and WorldStarHipHop in late 2008, releasing songs, freestyle-videos, and sketch clips, which showcased his talent as slapstick and performance art. He did this with the help of his first talent manager, DB da Boss, whose studio provided recording and video services.
DB spoke with LA Weekly about the rapper, saying "He was very driven, very ambitious. You couldn't deny his work ethic", going on to say, "Underneath that shell is a very intelligent man." He looked up to Northside Houston rappers from label Swishahouse, who were blowing up around that time, including Paul Wall, Chamillionaire and Slim Thug.
He began doing his hair up in braids popular among "Northsiders" like Slim Thug and shopping for bling at TV Jewelry, a store co-owned by Paul Wall and charismatic Vietnamese immigrant "TV" Johnny Dang, from whom Riff Raff also purchased gold grills.
Like many other artists from Houston, Riff Raff also spent much of his time selling CDs at colleges and malls, occasionally alongside other local talent such at Fat Tony and Freestyle Bully.
Education
Riff Raff attended various schools but has not formally disclosed much about his educational background. His experiences and interactions throughout his life have significantly influenced his artistic vision, contributing to his eclectic style that blends hip-hop culture with elements from his diverse life experiences.
On February 15, 2012, film director Harmony Korine contacted Riff Raff about appearing in an upcoming movie of his, which would turn out to be Spring Breakers. Once the details of the movie came out, there was speculation that the main character Alien was based on Riff Raff.
However, according to James Franco, his character was based on the underground rap artist Dangeruss. He said "Of course Harmony and I looked at some of Riff Raff's videos as inspiration, but he was one of a number of people we looked at. I would say the biggest influence on the role was this local Florida rapper named Dangeruss.
He's fairly unknown, but he was down there in the place, living the life, and he became the biggest model for me, and he's in the movie." There was much back and forth between both camps about the issue, including Riff Raff appearing in a cameo for One Life to Live playing a character called "Jamie Franko".
In July 2013, Riff Raff announced he was suing the creators of Spring Breakers for $10 million for using his image without permission. However, a search for court documents by LA Weekly in September 2013 resulted in no findings.
