Check Out Who Are The Richest Songwriters In History

Published on 12/27/2020
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David Bowie – $100 million

Greatest Hits: Changes, Space Oddity, Modern Love

Over 140 million albums have been sold worldwide by David Bowie, which resulted in over ten Platinum certifications. He earned a reputation for his creative and distinctive style. Ziggy Stardust was a weightless androgynous and daring pop icon. Bowie, born in southern London, started to study art and music at a young age. In 1983, he launched his music career, releasing Space Oddity. Before his sudden death at sixty-two, he married the supermodel Iman. He’s still an artist of glam rock and iconic rock.

David Bowie – $100 Million

David Bowie – $100 Million

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Glenn Frey – $200 million

Greatest Hits: Tequila Sunrise, Lyin’ Eyes, James Dean

Glenn Frey became The Eagles’ lead singer (and their guitarist as well). “He has written a number of the most popular songs, including “Tequila Sunrise,” “Lyin ‘Eyes,” “Take It Easy,” “New Kid in Town,” and more. Afterward, he went solo when the Eagles broke up in 1980. His debut was No Fun Aloud. He had many hits, reaching the top 40s, including “Blues Smuggler,” “The Heat Is On,” “Sexy Girl,” and more. At 67, he died in New York City.

Glenn Frey – $200 Million

Glenn Frey – $200 Million

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