DJ Snake

William Sami Etienne Grigahcine, known professionally as DJ Snake, was born on June 13, 1986, in Paris, France, to Algerian parents. Growing up in the Parisian suburb of Ermont, he began DJing at the age of 14 and quickly became immersed in the local electronic music scene. He adopted the stage name DJ Snake due to his ability to “snake” in and out of musical styles. His early career involved producing music for various French artists before catching the attention of the international music industry.

DJ Snake’s global breakthrough came in 2013 when he produced “Turn Down for What” with Lil Jon, which became a massive worldwide hit, reaching number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning a Grammy nomination. He followed this with the mega-hit “Lean On” in 2015, a collaboration with Major Lazer and MO, which became the most streamed song on Spotify at the time with over a billion plays. His ability to blend electronic, trap, and world music influences created a unique sound that appealed to a global audience.

His debut studio album “Encore” (2016) featured the viral hit “Let Me Love You” with Justin Bieber, which reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2018, he released “Taki Taki” featuring Selena Gomez, Ozuna, and Cardi B, which became a global smash with billions of views on YouTube. His second album “Carte Blanche” (2019) continued his streak of international hits, solidifying his position as one of the world’s most successful DJs and producers.

As of 2026, DJ Snake’s net worth is estimated at approximately $30 million. His income comes from a combination of touring (he commands six-figure fees per show at major festivals and clubs worldwide), music production royalties, streaming revenue from his massive catalog of hits, brand partnerships, and his own record label, Premiere Classe. He consistently ranks among the world’s highest-paid DJs and has headlined major festivals including Coachella, Tomorrowland, and Lollapalooza.