Token, born Benjamin David Goldberg on September 24, 1998, is a multi-talented artist from Salem, Massachusetts, exceling as a rapper, singer, and record producer. He rose to fame after showcasing his skills on Sway’s Friday Fire Cipher and built a vast online presence through his YouTube videos. Token’s latest EP, KNOT, showcases his unique fusion of Boston hip-hop, rap, Indie Pop, and Phonk styles.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Benjamin David Goldberg |
| Date Of Birth: | September 25, 1998 |
| Place Of Birth: | Marblehead, Massachusetts, U.S |
| Nationality: | American |
| Occupation(s): | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer |
| Labels: | MNRK, Never Too Different, Atlantic |
| Net Worth: | $2 Million |
Early Life And Education
Ben Goldberg, aka Token, grew up in Marblehead, Massachusetts, where his sister introduced him to hip-hop at age six. He struggled with explosive anger, depression, anxiety, and obesity as a child. However, he found solace in writing poetry and rap songs, starting at age 10.
Goldberg’s big break came at 13 when he freestyled in front of his idol, Hopsin, who offered valuable advice and later became a mentor. Influenced by Nelly, Lil Wayne, and Jay-Z, Token persevered, transforming his struggles into a successful hip-hop career.
Career
Token, aka Benjamin Goldberg, started rhyming as BDG, uploading videos to YouTube at 14. Despite initial negative feedback, he built an online following and adopted the stage name Token.
His big break came with the “No Sucka MCs” contest video, gaining over 500,000 views and catching the attention of celebrities like Mark Wahlberg and T-Pain.
Token’s freestyle on Sway in the Morning went viral, leading to performances, tours, and even a film role in Patriots Day, facilitated by Wahlberg. He released his second mixtape, Eraser Shavings, in 2016, and began touring in Europe.
Token released a string of successful singles and videos from 2017 to 2018, including “Doozy”, “Patty Cake”, and “Code Red”. He then released his third mixtape, Between Somewhere, in 2018.
In 2019, he signed with eOne Music, and in 2020, he founded his own label, Never Too Different, and signed with Atlantic Records. Token released his debut album, Pink Is Better, in 2022, followed by several singles and an EP, KNOT, in 2023. He continues to release new music, including a feature on Young Posse’s “Young Posse Up” in 2024.
Personal Life
Token keeps his personal life private and out of the spotlight, with very little to no information available about his relationships, family, or other aspects of his life beyond his music career.
Token Net Worth
Token, the rising rapper and music producer, boasts an estimated net worth of around $2 million, accumulated through his successful music career, label ventures, and various collaborations.
Discography
Token’s discography includes:
- Eraser Shavings (2016) – mixtape
- Dying to Live (2017) – mixtape
- Between Somewhere (2018) – mixtape
- Treehouse (2019) – album
- Pink Is Better (2022) – album
Token has also released numerous singles and music videos throughout his career. His discography showcases his growth and evolution as an artist, with a focus on introspective and personal lyrics, as well as blending hip-hop with other genres like rock and pop.
