In 2022 Justin Timberlake’s album Justified gave us number-one hits such as “Cry me a River” and “Rock Your Body.” It was then that Timberlake’s writing abilities shone. Since then, he has recorded five solo albums and has been noticed as a very talented actor too.
Many of the songs performed by his former band NSYNC were written by Timberlake, such as “Girlfriend” and “Gone,” and A-list stars have been singing his lyrics too. “Holy Grail” (Jay-Z), “Blow” (Beyoncé), and “Rehab” (Rihanna) have all been written by Timberlake.
$60 Million
Johnny Cash was born in 1932 and is known 'til today as one of the most influential musicians of all time. Although his music is widely categorized as country music, he often ventured into different genres including blues, folk, gospel, and rock and roll.
His versatility allowed him to be inducted in various halls of fame, including country, rock and roll, and gospel halls of fame. Cash was also known for his signature deep, baritone voice, which alone seemed to demand people's attention.
$332 million
Mick Jagger is an English vocalist musician, writer and performer who has picked up distinction and reputation as the lead singer and one of the original individuals of the Rolling Stones. Jagger's profession has spread over more than five decades, and he has been portrayed as "a standout among the most famous and persuasive front men in the historical backdrop of rock and roll".
His particular voice and exhibitions, alongside Keith Richards' guitar style, have been the trademark of the Rolling Stones all through the band's vocation. Jagger picked up press reputation for his conceded medication use and sentimental inclusions, and was regularly depicted as a counter-cultural figure.
$12 million
Irish singer/songwriter Siobhan Fahey has an impressive wealth of $12 million. Fahey rose to fame after founding the popular band, Bananarama, in 1979. Their first studio album, 'Deep Sea Skiving' made it to number 7 on the UK charts in 1983. Their third album reached number 6 in Switzerland and their foruth album, 'Wow!', released in 1987, was number one in Australia.
Some of the band's most famous songs include "Venus", "Cruel Summer", "I Want You Back", "Shy Boy", and many more. One of Fahey's other music ventures, Shakespeare's Sister, a duo made up of Marcella Detroit and herself, released a hit single called "Stay". The song was number one in the UK, Sweden and Ireland, and number 4 in the United States.
$180 Million
Dylan is famous for his witty lyrics and unrefined voice, and is widely considered one of the most prolific singers and songwriters of the last century. He's penned and performed classic songs like "Blowing in the Wind,", "Like a Rolling Stone," and "The Times They are A Changing," which have become anthems for civil rights and anti-war movements. While Dylan's song catalog seems to be never ending, he receives most of his fortune from royalty payments from contemporary artists who perform his songs.
Usually equipped with only his guitar, harmonica, and iconic voice, Dylan has released 37 albums, 13 of which hit number one on the Billboard charts. Dylan has been honored with 11 Grammy Awards, an Oscar, a Golden Globe and has also received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2012. And of course he's been inducted is various musical Hall of Fames. It's no wonder Bob Dylan was named one of the Most Important People of the Century by “Time” magazine. At 77, Dyla and shows no signs of slowing down, and continues to tour and release albums that defy expectations.