Madonna – $590 million
Greatest Hits: Like a Virgin, Like a Prayer, Vogue, Hung Up
Madonna is called the Queen of Pop and is known for breaking boundaries in her acting, songwriting, and singing, creating controversy in her pictures and lyrics. She has been in music since 1979. She moved to New York City to pursue a dance career before working for the Breakfast Club as a guitarist. She signed Sire Records’ record contract in 1982. Her songs include “Like a Virgin,” “Ray of Light,” “Confessions on a Dance Floor,” and more, award-winning. Other artists also call her an influence.
Madonna – $590 Million
Fats Domino – $8 million
Greatest Hits: Ain’t That a Shame, Jambalaya, Lady Madonna
New Orleans pioneer Fats Domino was one of the most influential musicians of his genre. He inspired R&B. He sold over 65 million records between 1955 and 1960, with 11 top 10 hits. He was considered modest, camera-shy, so his impact on rock is often ignored. With 35 albums, he hit the top 40 charts. Many are platinum or gold-certified records. He released The Fat Man’s first rock and roll record in 1949 to sell a million copies.
Fats Domino – $8 Million
