These Are The Richest Songwriters Of All Time

Published on 12/27/2020
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David Bowie – $100 million

Greatest Hits: Changes, Space Oddity, Modern Love

More than 140 million records have been released by David Bowie worldwide, winning ten Platinum certifications for several hit tracks. He was famed for graphic presentation and reinvention in a clear style. Ziggy Stardust, the androgynous, bold music legend, is an alter ego. When he was really young, Bowie, born in South London, started learning art and music. In 1983, he began his music career, launching Space Oddity. Before his abrupt death at sixty-two, he married the supermodel Iman. He’s also an artist with glam rock and iconic rock.

David Bowie – $100 Million

David Bowie – $100 Million

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Glenn Frey – $200 million

Greatest Hits: Tequila Sunrise, Lyin’ Eyes, James Dean

Glenn Frey is The Eagles’ lead singer (and their guitarist as well). “He has written a variety of the most famous tracks, including “Tequila Sunrise,” “Lyin ‘Eyes,” “Take It Easy,” “Young Kid in Town,” and more. Afterward, he went alone when the Eagles split up in 1980. His debut was No Pleasure Aloud. He had several hits, cracking the top 40s, including “Blues Smuggler,” “The Heat Is On,” “Sexy Girl,” and more. At 67, he died in New York City.

Glenn Frey – $200 Million

Glenn Frey – $200 Million

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