Stevie Wonder – $110 million
Greatest Hits: Superstition
Stevland is one of the most famous musicians ever. He played harmonica, percussion, keyboards, harpejji and several other instruments besides his singing and writing prowess. He sold over 100 million albums and won 25 Grammys and Oscar (among many other accolades). He was later inducted into Fame’s Rock & Roll Hall and Songwriters Hall. Wonder had some major Billboard Hot 100 tracks. He signed Tamia’s 11-year-old Motown label. He is a prodigy.
Michael Jackson – $825 million
Greatest Hits: Beat It, Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal.
One of the most significant singers of the 20th century, Michael Jackson is someone everyone knows about, even years after his passing. He made his claim to fame as part of the Jackson 5 along with his brothers, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and Marlon. After their immense success, Michael started his solo career journey in 1971. Of course, we all know how that turned out. He released hit songs like “Bad” and “Thriller” that are popular to this day. Not to mention, he became the third best-selling artist of all time.