Forbes Hip-Hop Cash Kings 2011: Jay-Z Takes The Throne (PHOTOS)

Not only do these rappers have to watch the throne musically, but they better watch the throne when it comes to money, because Jay-Z is reigning at Forbes Hip-Hop Cash King of 2011. 

Reaping the benefits of his 10 year deal with Live Nation, Jay-Z will bank over $150 million when it comes to dealings with anything Live Nation related. The king of hip-hop is also a smart businessman.

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Jay-Z has stakes on the professional NBA team New Jersey Nets, the 40/40 club chain, an advertising firm, as well as record sales and other miscellaneous deals he has on the side.

This year, Jay-Z beat out his biggest contender Diddy with $37 million this year, while Diddy came in as a close second with $35 million.

The rappers who round out Forbes Hip-Hop Cash Kings list is quite an interesting one.

We've provided you with hip-hop's top earners, so click on the next few pages to see who rounds out the top 10.