These musicians entertain millions all over the world, in doing so they have become very rich. Forbes recently released its annual of the highest paid musicians in the world. The magazine made the estimate based on their earnings from record sales, concerts, endorsements and merchandising.
Here are the top 10 highest paid musicians of 2014.
10) Toby Keith ($65 million)
Toby Keith is an American country music singer-songwriter, record producer and actor. He is country’s cash king. He owns a record label, mescal line and a restaurant chain. Till date Keith has released 16 studio albums, two Christmas albums and three compilation albums.
9) Calvin Harris ($66 million)
Scottish singer, song writer, record producer and DJ Calvin Harris earned his fortune by producing hits for Rihanna and others. He owns the vanity label Fly Eye Records. He is the world’s top-paid DJ.
8) Paul McCartney ($71 million)
This 72-year-old English singer, multi-instrumentalist and composer rocked his way around the world. The legend grossed more than $3.5 million per city. He has been recognized as one of the most successful composers and performers of all time.
7) One Direction ($75 million)
Lucrative live dates, Pepsi commercials and #1 album Midnight Memories contributed to this London-based British pop boy band’s earnings. The band’s achievements include four Brit Awards and four MTV Video Music Awards.
6) Justin Bieber ($80 million)
Bieber’s last tour helped him to the biggest payday of his career. This is in spite of this Canadian singer and songwriter’s despicable behavior. Bieber has received many industry awards.
5) Bruce Springsteen ($81 million)
The Boss justified his name, grossing more than $4 million per night with the E Street Band. This American singer and song writer is known for his lengthy and energetic stage performances.
4) Bon Jovi ($82 million)
American rock band Bon Jovi’s Because We Can Tour grossed a quarter of a billion dollars. The tail end of the tour pushed the New Jersey natives to the fourth position in the list.
3) The Eagles ($100 million)
American rock band The Eagles made more money than Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus and Kanye West combined, thanks to the History of the Eagles tour. The Eagles are one of the world’s best-selling bands of all time.
2) Beyonce ($115 million)
American singer and actress Beyonce’s Mrs. Carter Show world tour, a surprise album and endorsements with the likes of Pepsi have made this year most lucrative for her. Beyonce’s songs are often characterized by themes of love, relationships, monogamy, female sexuality and empowerment.
1) Dr. Dre ($620 million)
Right at the top of the list is American record producer, rapper and entrepreneur Dr. Dre. His payout from Apple’s $3 billion purchase of Beats gave him the biggest single-year payday of any musician in history. He has produced albums for and overseen the careers of many rappers like Eminem, 50 Cent and Snoop Dog.
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