Find Out Which Songwriters Are Making Bank

Published on 12/22/2020
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Tom Petty – $95 million

Greatest Hits: Here Comes My Girl, Refugee, Don’t Do Me Like That

Musician Tom Petty was one of the best-selling musicians ever. He got involved in rock and roll after he encountered ten-year-old Elvis Presley. He was often inspired by The Rolling Stones, his own interpretation of punk rock. He founded the disastrous Mudcrutch band. But Tom Petty’s band and the Heartbreakers turned out to be a game-changer.

Tom Petty

Tom Petty

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Ed Sheeran- $200 Million

Greatest Hits: Thinking Out Loud, The A Team, Shape of You

Ed Sheeran will certainly have years of hits and tons of songs to be written and recorded. However, he is widely one of the most adored and versatile artists of this generation. His music has been featured and recorded across the boards. Sheeran began his career by playing in bars and small gigs until he finally moved to London and started to gain more recognition. His first album was recorded and released independently.

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Ed Sheeran- $200 Million

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