Simmons 'not surprised by Forbes list'

Russell Simmons has revealed that he wasn't surprised by this year's Forbes Cash Kings list, which include Jay-Z, Lil Wayne and Drake.

The hip-hop mogul has praised Jay-Z for his smart business decisions throughout his career and commended Drake for making a first-time appearance on the annual list.

Simmons told Forbes TV: "Jay-Z, he's very talented, he's a great artist and he's a good businessman, and an inspiration to a lot of kids in Brooklyn and around the world.

"If you ain't drinking Ciroc, then you're drinking p*ss'. All right, that's Puff. Lil Wayne, yeah, I'd expect he'd make a lot of money. He does good work in his community.

"I'm not surprised by Drake or Gucci Mane. Only focus on your craft, because everything else is a waste. If you can't focus on your craft and be happy, then what are you doing it for?"