10 Richest Musicians Of All Time

#3 Bono: $600 million

He is a reputed musician and well known for his work in rock band U2. He is also a venture capitalist, and invested in Facebook with his Elevation Partners private equity firm. Bono also had many investments which includes clothing line and a five-star hotel.

However, most of his revenue came from his touring with his band. U2’s “360 Tour” grossed nearly $800 million in the year 2009 and 2011, making it one of the biggest tours ever.

#2 Paul McCartney: $800 million

He is a famous musician, known for his work in Beatles. According to Guinness list, McCartney is the most successful composer and recording artist of all time.

He is reported to own over 25,000 copyrights and earns royalties from the Beatles which tops the charts with each reissue. Even his post Beatles musical career with Wings was successful, which sold over 8 million albums. His recent tour grossed around $87 million.

#1 Andrew Lloyd Webber: $1.2 billion

Webber is the richest musician who tops this list. His classic works on "Jesus Christ Superstar,"  "The Phantom of the Opera," and "Cats" is well reputed and has achieved great popular success in musical theatre. His works earns him big time which includes theatrical staging, film adaptations and soundtrack recordings.

He also owns one of the largest theatres in London "Really Useful Group", and has also produced various staged productions.

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