By Afiur
January 05, 2026
Besides the glamour, the music industry rarely produces billionaires but here are five whose net worth hit the 10-figure fortune, thanks to a mix of hit music, touring, and big business bets. This lis
The hip-hop mogul was the first musician to become a billionaire in 2019. His wealth comes from a diverse portfolio including his Roc Nation entertainment company, liquor brands (Ace of Spades and D’U
Taylor Swift reached billionaire status in late 2023, thanks to the hugely successful Eras Tour. More notable is the fact that she is the first musician to reach this milestone primarily through music
While she has a legendary music career, the majority of her wealth stems from her 50% stake in Fenty Beauty, which is a joint venture with LVMH, and her lingerie line, Savage X Fenty.3. Rihanna3. Riha
Beyoncé is the most recent addition to the musician billionaire club, joining in late December 2025. Her wealth surge was driven by the record-breaking success of the Renaissance and Cowboy Carter wor
“The Boss” officially joined the list in 2024 following the sale of his entire music catalog to Sony in a deal valued at approximately $500 million, along with continued high-grossing world tours.5. B
Selena Gomez was declared a billionaire by Bloomberg in September 2024. Gomez, who rose to fame as a child actor on Disney and through her music, amassed a vast majority of her wealth from her brand R