Anthony Beverly also known as Lil Woadie is a rising American rapper and social media personality, known for his contemporary hip-hop tracks and his high-profile relationship with entrepreneur Ketanna Beverly.

His music, characterized by a blend of genres and emotive lyrics, has garnered attention in the hip-hop scene, particularly in his hometown of Mobile, Alabama.

Early Life and Education

Lil Woadie, was born in 2008 in Mobile, Alabama, though some sources mention Seattle, Washington.

Raised in Mobile, he grew up in a challenging environment, with limited public details about his parents or early family life.

He had an older brother who inspired his musical pursuits but tragically passed away, significantly influencing his career path.

As of 2025, Lil Woadie is a high school student, reportedly in his senior year, though specific details about his school or formal education are not publicly available.

His early exposure to street performances and online platforms shaped his entry into the music industry at a young age.

Career

Lil Woadie began his musical journey in 2020 at age 12, inspired by his late older brother.

He started performing in the streets of Mobile and sharing his music online, building a fanbase through social media.

His debut tracks include “Investment My Check” (2021), followed by songs like “Bah Boom,” “Backend,” “Green Goblin,” “Pimp Hoe,” “Basic,” “Break It Down,” “Bag Talk,” “Side Hoes,” “Kick,” “Leanin,” “Leanin’ – Remix,” “Born by the River,” and “Divas.”

His music video for “Find Myself” has garnered over 25,000 views on YouTube, and he maintains a verified artist page on Spotify with 45 monthly listeners as of August 2024.

He has collaborated with rappers like Mike Sherm, EBK Jaaybo, Ppcocaine, and Lil Poppa, and appeared as a guest on the Off The Porch podcast and DGB Media’s YouTube channel, discussing his music and Mobile roots.

His music reflects his life experiences, blending contemporary hip-hop with passionate, emotive lyrics.

Despite not being a household name, his growing online presence and viral social media attention have positioned him as an emerging talent in the rap scene.

Personal Life

Lil Woadie, of Black ethnicity and Christian faith, was born in Mobile, Alabama, and resides there.

He is engaged to Ketanna Beverly, a 26-year-old digital creator and entrepreneur, with their engagement announced on January 2, 2024, via Instagram.

Their relationship has drawn significant attention due to a 10-year age gap (Lil Woadie is 17, Ketanna is 27 as of 2025) and a noticeable height difference, with viral photos of Ketanna dropping him off at school sparking public discussion.

Despite criticism, the couple remains committed, with Lil Woadie tattooing Ketanna’s name behind his ear and Ketanna getting a temporary tattoo of his face.

Ketanna defended their relationship on Facebook, calling herself his “Bonnie” to his “Clyde.”

Lil Woadie has also faced challenges, including being robbed in Alabama while live on Instagram.

He enjoys basketball and maintains a positive outlook, as shared in interviews.

Discography

Albums:

Smoked Out (2018)

Money Talks (2018, with Thee Prophecy)

Peter Piper (2020, with Thee Prophecy)

Singles:

“Investment My Check” (2021)

“Bah Boom”

“Backend”

“Green Goblin”

“Pimp Hoe”

“Basic”

“Break It Down”

“Bag Talk”

“Side Hoes”

“Kick”

“Leanin”

“Leanin’ – Remix”

“Born by the River” (2020)

“Divas”

“Find Myself”

“Listen”

“New to Me”

“Ring Ring”

Net Worth

Lil Woadie’s estimated net worth is approximately $700,000 USD, primarily from his music career, including streaming revenue from songs like “Born by the River” and YouTube views.

Additional income comes from his social media presence and potential brand collaborations.