Rapper and businessman Money Man is about to paint the town purple with his "Purple Heart Tour," making his first stop in Chicago at the Vic Theatre. This comes on the heels of his Valentine's Day album release "Purple Heart," a project that nods to his dedicated female fan base, and marks his stage comeback after a two-year hiatus. Tickets went on sale March 1, as reported by Artist and Fan, signaling the start of what's expected to be a notable tour for the artist.

The hip-hop artist, known for hits and financial savvy, has also earned notoriety for his investments in cryptocurrency and as a gun collector. According to a Chicago Tribune interview, Money Man expressed his lean towards empowering his female audience, saying, "I wanted to do something solely concentrated on the women because everybody’s so gangsta with it now so I’d rather be the opposite. I don’t never follow the crowd." But he doesn't stop at words, reflecting his belief in his woman-centric album content.

Money Man's "Purple Heart," featuring collaborations with artists like Moneybagg Yo, extends his track record of themed albums related to subcultures, from cryptocurrency to cannabis cultivation. His latest tour and album release continue this trend, tailoring a mix that balances his established sound with tracks that are intended to resonate with women – a move commenting on the growing dominance of women in mainstream rap.

The tour will wind its way through major cities including New York, Atlanta, and Houston, with the tour wrapping up on May 9 in New Orleans at the Joy Theater. Proving his dedication to fan experiences over immediate profits, he hinted during the Chicago Tribune discussion that fans should expect more than just music at his shows, "I’m not even making no money from this tour. All my money is going to the look of this tour rather than make a profit off this tour," giving insight into his long-term strategy for success - it's all about spending to keep spinning the wheel of fame and fandom.

As for what Chicago fans can specifically anticipate on April 17, it won't just be the deep bass-driven tunes of his recent album reverberating off the walls; Money Man is also expected to showcase local talents. The rapper tapped local female artists Mello Buckzz and Dreezy to open the night, an intentional move supporting the rise of women in the genre and his audience's predilection to rally around women's empowerment in rap.