These Are The Richest Songwriters Of All Time

Published on 12/27/2020
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Kanye West – $250 million

Greatest Hits: Monster, Graduation, Through the Wire, Slow Jamz

Kanye West is one of the most popular recording artists in recent history. The artist has sold over 140 million albums, and his career has been marked by significant changes in his style. West is also known for his close friendship with Jay-Z. West began rapping in 1996. He was a writer and editor for Roc-A-Fella before walking in front of the mic. He married a reality star, Kim Kardashian. 

Kanye West

Kanye West

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Prince – $300 million

Greatest Hits: Kiss, When Doves Cry, Nothing Compares 2 U

The singer-career songwriter’s lasted more than four decades. He was known for his bizarre stage shows, and significant changes in his style have marked his vocal career abilities, ranging from a high falsetto to low bass. He was influential in all the rock, pop, R&B, and soul genres. He started singing at the age of seven and signed to Warner Bros. when he was seventeen. He became a force to be dealt with. He also had a film debut that enhanced his fame. He was dubbed The Movement. 

Prince

Prince

 

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