Kid Rock Biography: Songs, Wife, Children, Age, Net Worth, Albums, Height, Favorite Food | TheCityCeleb (2024)

Biography

Kid Rock, born Robert James Ritchie in 1971, is a versatile musician from Romeo, Michigan. Renowned for his eclectic style, blending rap, rock, country, and a hint of heavy metal, Kid Rock gained fame in the late ’90s with his album “Devil Without a Cause.” His hit single “Bawitdaba” introduced his unique brand of “redneck rap” to the world.

Aside from his music, Kid Rock is known for his vibrant personality and controversial actions. He has been involved in several high-profile feuds, including a notable altercation with Tommy Lee at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards. Despite his rough exterior, Kid Rock has a softer side, raising money for various charities and performing for the troops.

With a career spanning over three decades, Kid Rock has sold over 35 million albums worldwide and is a beloved figure in the music industry.

Kid Rock
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Robert James Ritchie
Stage Name:	Kid Rock
Born:	17 January 1971 (age 53 years old)
Place of Birth:	Romeo, Michigan, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Romeo High School
Height:	1.83 m
Parents:	William Bill Ritchie, Susan Ritchie
Siblings:	Jill Ritchie, Jill Ritchie, William Ritchie
Spouse:	Pamela Anderson (m. 2006–2007)
Girlfriend • Partner:	Alyssa Lipsky (2007 – 2008), Kellie Pickler (2007 – 2008), May Andersen (2007 – 2008), Erin Naas (2006 – 2007), Briana Banks (2006), Tamara Mellon (2006), Conchita Leeflang (2005 – 2006), Jaime Pressly (2004), Jesse Jane (2004 – 2005), Jaime King (2000), Midori (1999), Kelley Russell (1991 – 1994), Amy Brooke, Loretta Lynn, Krista Ayne (2007), Paris Hilton (2007), Sheryl Crow (2002), Tina King (2000)
Children:	Robert James Ritchie Jr., Eric Delling Ritchie, Justin James Ritchie, Bailey James Ritchie
Occupation:	Musician • Singer
Net Worth:	$150 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Kid Rock, born Robert James Ritchie on January 17, 1971, in Romeo, Michigan, is the son of William Bill Ritchie, a car dealer, and Susan Ritchie.

He grew up in a well-off family, as his father owned a six-acre estate and a 5,628-square-foot home. Kid Rock has two sisters, Jill Ritchie and Carol Ritchie, and a brother, William Ritchie.

Kid Rock is of English, Scottish, and German descent. His religious beliefs are not publicly known, but he has mentioned that he is not very religious.

Kid Rock attended Romeo High School, though it’s unclear if he graduated. Interested in rap music since childhood, he began his music career at a young age.

Career

Kid Rock has had a vibrant and dynamic career in the music industry. He first burst onto the scene in the late 1990s with his album “Devil Without a Cause,” featuring the hit single “Bawitdaba.” This album showcased his unique blend of rap, rock, and country, establishing Kid Rock as a genre-bending artist.

Kid Rock has continued experimenting with various musical styles throughout his career, including rap, rock, country, and heavy metal. He has released several successful albums, including “co*cky” and “Rock N Roll Jesus,” which highlight his versatility as an artist. Known for his energetic live performances, Kid Rock‘s shows often feature elaborate stage setups and pyrotechnics, drawing sold-out crowds worldwide.

In addition to his music career, Kid Rock has ventured into acting, appearing in films such as “Joe Dirt” and “Biker Boyz.” He has also been involved in various business ventures, including his own line of beer and a restaurant in Detroit.

His 1998 album “Devil Without a Cause” propelled him to mainstream success and solidified his signature style. His music helped pave the way for the emergence of country rap as a popular genre. As he continued to release successful albums like “Born Free” (2010), Kid Rock‘s sound evolved to include even more country rock influences, cementing his place as a versatile and innovative artist.

Kid Rock has been known for his wild and rebellious behaviour, often making headlines for his controversial statements and actions. However, he has also been praised for his philanthropy and support of various charitable causes. Despite the controversy surrounding him, Kid Rock remains a successful and influential figure in the music industry, with a dedicated fan base.

Awards & Nominations

Grammy Awards

• 2000: Nominated for Best New Artist
• 2000: Nominated for Best Hard Rock Performance for “Bawitdaba (Track)”
• 2001: Nominated for Best Hard Rock Performance for “American Bad Ass (Track)”
• 2009: Nominated for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for “All Summer Long”
• 2009: Nominated for Best Rock Album for “Rock and Roll Jesus”

American Music Awards

• 2000: Nominated for Favorite Pop/Rock New Artist
• 2000: Nominated for Favorite Alternative Artist
• 2001: Winner, Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist
• 2003: Winner, Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist
• 2008: Nominated for Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist

Social Media

• Instagram handle: Kid Rock (@kidrock)
• Facebook handle: Kid Rock
• Twitter: Kid Rock (@KidRock)
• YouTube: Kid Rock

Personal Life

Kid Rock has had a colourful dating history. He was briefly married to Pamela Anderson in 2006, but they divorced the same year. Before that, he dated several high-profile women, including Jaime King, Jaime Pressly, and Sheryl Crow. His relationship with Pamela Anderson was particularly tumultuous, with their divorce finalized in 2007.

Kid Rock has one son, Robert James Ritchie Jr., who was born in 1993 to his then-girlfriend Kelley South Russell. Despite his father’s fame, Robert James Ritchie Jr. has largely stayed out of the public eye.

In 2017, it was reported that Kid Rock got engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Audrey Berry, whom he met in 2007. The couple has been together since then but keeps their relationship relatively private.

Dating History

Kid Rock, the American musician known for his eclectic blend of rock, hip-hop, and country, has had a colourful dating history. He was briefly married to Pamela Anderson in 2006, but their union was short-lived, lasting only a few months.

Before and after his marriage to Anderson, Kid Rock has been linked to a number of high-profile women. He dated Alyssa Lipsky, Kellie Pickler, and May Andersen in 2007 and 2008, Erin Naas in 2006 and 2007, and Tamara Mellon in 2006. He also had a relationship with Conchita Leeflang in 2005 and 2006.

In the early 2000s, Kid Rock was involved with Jaime Pressly in 2004, Jesse Jane in 2004 and 2005, and Jaime King in 2000. He also dated Midori in 1999 and was in a long-term relationship with Kelley South Russell from 1991 to 1994.

Kid Rock is rumoured to have had brief encounters with Krista Ayne in 2007, Paris Hilton in 2007, and Tina King in 2000. He was also linked to Sheryl Crow in 2002.

In February 2017, Kid Rock got engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Audrey Berry. The couple has kept their relationship relatively private but have been together since 2011. He is also a father to four children: three sons named Robert James Ritchie Jr., Eric Delling Ritchie, and Justin James Ritchie, and one daughter named Bailey James Ritchie.

Discography

Albums

• Grits Sandwiches for Breakfast (1990)
• The Polyfuze Method (1993)
• Early Mornin’ Stoned Pimp (1996)
• Devil Without a Cause (1998) – RIAA certified diamond
• co*cky (2001) – Sold 5 million copies
• Kid Rock (2003)
• Live Trucker (2006) – Gold certified, sold over 600,000 copies (Live Album)
• Rock n Roll Jesus (2007) – RIAA certified triple platinum
• Born Free (2010) – Platinum certified
• Rebel Soul (2012)
• First Kiss (2015)
• Sweet Southern Sugar (2017)
• Bad Reputation (2022)

Compilation Albums

• Greatest Hits: You Never Saw Coming (2018)

EPs

• Fire It Up (EP) (1993)
• Racing Father Time (EP) (2010)

Net Worth

Kid Rock is best known for his unique blend of rap, rock, and country music, which has earned him a large and dedicated fan base. He has also made significant earnings from his acting career, appearing in several films and TV shows. His music and entertainment industry success has allowed him to amass a net worth of $150 million.