Songwriters and performers are not all the same, as seen by Drake and Meek Mill’s feuds. Neither should singers be esteemed songwriters either. The names that you see on this list are pop culture favorites, both pen by paper and vocal, that have made themselves popular for their art, from Joni Mitchell’s hit “Woodstock” and songwriter Carole King, who has had hundreds of singles hitting the Billboard Hot 100. They earn huge amounts of money from all such royalties as well.
Neil Diamond – $175 million
Greatest Hits: Song Sung Blue, Cracklin’ Rosie
Neil Diamond is an artist who has sold over 100 records all over the world, with 38 individuals rising to the top 10. He is one of the best-selling musicians in history. In 2011 and 1984, he has been introduced to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame. Often known for his humor is Diamond. Will Ferrell has parodied him on SNL and liked his parody at the end of May 2002 with Ferrell.