Jay-Z – $1 billion
Greatest Hits: Crazy in Love, Déjà vu, Hard Knock Life (Ghetto Anthem).
Even if you are not a fan of hip-hop music, it is likely that you have heard of Jay-Z at some point in your life. Astonishingly, he is the first rapper to have amassed a fortune in excess of $1 billion. That did not happen in a split second. For decades, he has matured and developed the ability to meet the demands of the hip-hop music industry. This clearly demonstrates his ability to run a business in addition to being a gifted rap musician. Among those he has signed are musicians such as Rihanna, who have gone on to become global superstars. It should be remembered that he is an accomplished songwriter who has written dozens of songs that have gone on to become huge hits.
Jon Bon Jovi – $410 million
Greatest Hits: Wanted Dead or Alive, Livin’ on a Prayer, It’s My Life.
The evolution of Jon Bon Jovi’s music has paralleled the progression of his career. In total, he has sold more than 120 million albums worldwide, which demonstrates how he has made his millions. The fact that rock music has a large fan base and is one of the highest-paying genres in the music industry has been demonstrated by him. While he only has two solo albums to his credit, he has 13 studio albums to his credit with his legendary band, Bon Jovi. His relevance has remained unwaveringly relevant over the years, which is truly remarkable. It was in the mid-80s that his band began to gain popularity, and it is now one of the most well-known rock bands in the entire world. Among Jon’s many accomplishments is his membership in the Songwriters Hall of Fame, which he was inducted into in 2009.