The music industry is filled with talented singers, but who is the most richest singer? According to online sources like Celebrity Net Worth and Wealthy Gorilla, here are the top 20 richest singers in the world, based on their estimated net worth in USD.
1. Katy Perry (Estimated net worth: $330 million)
Katy Perry is an American singer, songwriter, and television judge. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 18 million albums and 125 million singles worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $330 million.
2. Mariah Carey (Estimated net worth: $340 million)
Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 200 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $340 million.
3. Cher (Estimated net worth: $360 million)
Cher is an American singer, actress, and television personality. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $360 million.
4. Madonna (Estimated net worth: $570 million)
Madonna is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 300 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $570 million.
5. Celine Dion (Estimated net worth: $800 million)
Celine Dion is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and businesswoman. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 250 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $800 million.
6. Dolly Parton (Estimated net worth: $600 million)
Dolly Parton is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actress, author, businesswoman, and philanthropist. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $600 million.
7. Elton John (Estimated net worth: $500 million)
Elton John is an English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 300 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $500 million.
8. Dr. Dre (Estimated net worth: $820 million)
Dr. Dre is an American rapper, record producer, and entrepreneur. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 170 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $820 million.
9. Beyoncé (Estimated net worth: $400 million)
Beyoncé is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $400 million.
10. Jennifer Lopez (Estimated net worth: $400 million)
Jennifer Lopez is an American singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, and producer. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 80 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $400 million.
11. Lady Gaga (Estimated net worth: $320 million)
Lady Gaga is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $320 million.
12. Rihanna (Estimated net worth: $600 million)
Rihanna is a Barbadian singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 250 million records worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $600 million.
13. Justin Bieber (Estimated net worth: $285 million)
Justin Bieber is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and actor. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $285 million.
14. Bruce Springsteen (Estimated net worth: $500 million)
Bruce Springsteen is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 135 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $500 million.
15. Taylor Swift (Estimated net worth: $360 million)
Taylor Swift is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 50 million albums and 150 million singles worldwide. Her estimated net worth is $360 million.
16. Paul McCartney (Estimated net worth: $1.2 billion)
Paul McCartney is an English singer, songwriter, and composer. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $1.2 billion.
17. Eminem (Estimated net worth: $230 million)
Eminem is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 220 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $230 million.
18. Kanye West (Estimated net worth: $1.3 billion)
Kanye West is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, and fashion designer. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 140 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $1.3 billion.
19. Jay-Z (Estimated net worth: $1 billion)
Jay-Z is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, and investor. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 100 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $1 billion.
20. Phil Collins (Estimated net worth: $250 million)
Phil Collins is an English singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, and actor. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide. His estimated net worth is $250 million.
Based on the list above, the most richest singer is Kanye West, with an estimated net worth of $1.3 billion. He is followed by Jay-Z with an estimated net worth of $1 billion, and Celine Dion with an estimated net worth of $800 million.