Australian heavy metal group AC/DC is on the second place with $114 million, while Beyonce Knowles came in third with $87 million, the highest-paid female musician. Her earnings mostly came from endorsement with companies, such as Nintendo and L’Oreal and from her growing fashion line. She’s three spots above her husband, Jay-Z.
The complete list is below:
- U2, $130 million
- AC/DC, $114 million
- Beyonce Knowles, $87 million
- Bruce Springsteen, $70 million
- Britney Spears, $64 million
- Jay-Z, $63 million
- Lady Gaga, $62 million
- Madonna, $58 million
- Kenny Chesney, $50 million
- Black Eyed Peas / Cold Play / Toby Keith, $48 million
Source: Forbes.com