Key Takeaways
- Beyoncé tops the list with a net worth of $530 million followed by Rihanna at $600 million.
- Other singers in the top 10 include Madonna, Céline Dion, Barbra Streisand, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and Britney Spears.
- Their massive fortunes come from successful music careers, tours, residencies, investments and other business ventures.
- Rihanna’s wealth largely comes from her hugely successful beauty and lingerie lines, Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty.
- Madonna holds the record for highest grossing concert tour by a female artist.
1. Beyoncé
Beyoncé tops the 2023 list with an estimated net worth of $530 million. She first gained fame in the 1990s as part of Destiny’s Child, one of history’s best-selling girl groups.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Music sales – 6 studio albums with Destiny’s Child and 6 solo studio albums including massive sellers like Dangerously in Love.
- Tours – Her Formation World Tour in 2016 grossed over $250 million. She has had 5 major headlining tours that have grossed a combined $800 million.
- Business ventures – She owns Ivy Park, an activewear brand launched in 2016. Other deals with Pepsi, H&M and more.
Queen Bey’s phenomenal success has cemented her status as one of the world’s best-selling artists and the richest female singer today as per Quellpress .
2. Rihanna
Rihanna has an estimated net worth of $600 million. While successful in music, the bulk of her wealth comes from business ventures.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Fenty Beauty – Rihanna’s 50/50 venture with LVMH launched in 2017 and is now worth over $2.8 billion.
- Savage X Fenty – Her lingerie company is valued at over $1 billion after multiple fundraising rounds.
- Music – She has sold over 60 million albums and 215 million singles worldwide.
Rihanna’s incredible success with Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty make her one of the richest self-made women entrepreneurs in the world.
3. Madonna
The “Queen of Pop” Madonna has a net worth of $590 million. She holds the record for highest grossing tour by a female artist.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Record sales – With over 300 million records sold, she is the best-selling female recording artist of all time according to Guinness World Records.
- Tours – Her Sticky & Sweet Tour in 2008-2009 earned $408 million, the most by a female artist. She has completed 10 major world tours.
- Business ventures – She founded Maverick Records in 1992 which was later sold for $160 million.
Madonna’s continuing work ethic and business ventures continue growing her mega fortune year after year.
4. Céline Dion
Legendary singer Céline Dion has a net worth of $460 million. She initially gained worldwide fame by winning the 1988 Eurovision song contest.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Music sales – Over 250 million records sold globally, making her one of the best-selling artists ever.
- Concerts and residencies – Her Las Vegas residency has grossed $681 million from over 1,100 shows making it the most successful in history.
- Assets and investments – She has lucrative real estate assets and owns restaurant franchises.
Céline Dion’s powerful vocals and decades of success have cemented her status as one of the best-selling and wealthiest artists worldwide.
5. Barbra Streisand
Veteran singer and actress Barbra Streisand has a net worth estimated at $450 million. She has enjoyed a successful career spanning over 6 decades.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Acting and music – Over 150 million albums sold worldwide. Her acting career has earned her two Academy Awards and ten Grammy awards.
- Tours – Her tours have grossed hundreds of millions including her 2016 tour which grossed $53 million from just nine shows.
- Business ventures – She endorsed brands and launched her own nail polish line. Profits from memoir sales also add to her fortune.
Barbra Streisand’s continued success across music, acting, writing and endorsements has led to her staggering $450 million net worth.
6. Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez has an estimated net worth of $400 million. She has seamlessly transitioned between successful careers in music, acting and business.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Movies – Career box office gross over $3 billion. She earns up to $15 million per major Hollywood film role.
- Music – She has sold over 80 million records worldwide with massive hits like “Jenny from the Block”.
- Endorsements – Lucrative deals with brands like L’Oréal, Louis Vuitton and Lux. Launched her own lifestyle brand JLo Beauty.
JLo’s tremendous work ethic and savvy investments continue to grow her fortune year after year.
7. Mariah Carey
Legendary vocalist Mariah Carey is worth $320 million. She holds the record for most number one singles by a solo artist.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Record sales – Over 200 million albums sold globally. She has had 5 number one albums and 18 number one singles in the US.
- Christmas classic – “All I Want for Christmas is You” earns Mariah $2-4 million in royalties every holiday season.
- Tours and residencies – She has completed several hugely successful concert tours and residencies which have added millions to her fortune.
Mariah Carey’s vocal talents and holiday music success have made her one of the best-selling and richest female artists of all time.
8. Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s net worth is $320 million. She is one of the world’s best-selling music artists, blending country, pop and alternative genres.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Record sales – Over 200 million albums sold globally. She has had 10 chart-topping albums and dozens of hit singles.
- Tours – Her Reputation Stadium Tour in 2018 grossed over $345 million from just 38 shows.
- Endorsements – Lucrative endorsement deals with Diet Coke, CoverGirl, Keds and more over the years.
Taylor Swift’s massive commercial success and touring power have made her one of the wealthiest singers today.
9. Lady Gaga
Eclectic singer Lady Gaga has an estimated net worth of $320 million. She is one of the world’s best-selling music artists.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Record sales – Over 35 million albums and 120 million singles sold globally. She has racked up 11 Grammy Awards.
- Tours – Her Monster Ball Tour grossed over $227 million back in 2009 and 2010. Her tours have earned over $1 billion total.
- Acting – She earned over $100 million combined for A Star Is Born and House of Gucci. Won an Oscar for A Star Is Born.
Lady Gaga’s success in music, acting and business moves have steadily built her fortune over the years.
10. Britney Spears
Pop icon Britney Spears rounds out the list with a net worth of $290 million. She was the best-selling female artist of the 2000s.
Her Sources of Wealth
- Music sales – Over 100 million records sold globally and 25 million albums in the US. She has had 7 number one albums.
- Tours – Her headlining concert tours have grossed north of $500 million over the years.
- Residencies – “Britney: Piece of Me” Las Vegas residency earned over $140 million from 248 shows.
Britney Spears’ reign as the Princess of Pop built her a massive fortune over the decades.