Forbes has released its 2019 list of the top 10 highest-paid women in music on and Taylor Swift secured the no. 1 spot. According to the magazine, the
Forbes has released its 2019 list of the top 10 highest-paid women in music on and Taylor Swift secured the no. 1 spot. According to the magazine, the 29-year-old singer raked in about $185 million in pretax earnings over the past year, most of it coming from her earnings from her ‘Reputation Tour’, which reportedly grossed $266 million.
In addition, Swift closed a nine-figure deal with Universal Republic Records, and her new album, ‘Lover,’ became the United States’ top selling album of 2019 just days after its release.
Last month, Forbes also named her 2019’s highest paid celebrity overall. Following closely behind her is Beyonce who pulled in about $81 million in pre-tax earnings. The “Formation” artist made her money from her ‘On the Run II’ tour with Jay-Z as well as from her ‘Homecoming’ album and Netflix special.
Rihanna came in third place with estimated earnings of $62 million, and Katy Perry came in fourth place with estimated earnings of $57.5 million. Pink, Arianna Grande, Jennifer Lopez and Lady Gaga landed on the list as well—reportedly earning about $57 million, $48 million, $43 million and $39.5 million respectively.
According to Forbes, the estimated figures are based on pretax incomes from June 2018 to June 2019. The publication looks at data from a number of sources, including Nielsen Music, Pollstar and interviews with industry experts and stars. However, fees for agents, managers and lawyers are not deducted.
Here is the list of the top ten world’s highest-paid women in music
- Shakira
Earnings: $35 million
- Celine Dion
Earnings: $37.5 million
- Lady Gaga
Earnings: $39.5 million
- Jennifer Lopez
Earnings: $43 million
- Ariana Grande
Earnings: $48 million
- P!nk
Earnings: $57 million
- Katy Perry
Earnings: $57.5 million
- Rihanna
Earnings: $62 million
- Beyoncé
Earnings: $81 million
- Taylor Swift
Earnings: $185 million
