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Taylor Swift Surpasses Rihanna in Music Rich List

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Staff Editor Published October 8, 2024
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Pop sensation Taylor Swift is now the world’s richest female musician, with an estimated net worth of $1.6 billion, surpassing fellow superstar Rihanna, according to Forbes. The only musician with a higher net worth is hip-hop icon Jay-Z, valued at $2.5 billion.

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The Source of Taylor Swift’s WealthEarnings from the Eras Tour and Music CatalogueRe-recording and Upcoming TourComparing Wealth Accumulation in the Music IndustryJay-Z’s Business VenturesTaylor Swift’s Political Engagement

The Source of Taylor Swift’s Wealth

What distinguishes Taylor Swift in her financial journey is the origin of her wealth. Unlike many of her peers, who often rely on lucrative brand partnerships and lifestyle ventures, Swift has primarily built her fortune through her music career. She is the first musician to achieve billionaire status predominantly through her musical achievements.

Earnings from the Eras Tour and Music Catalogue

Taylor Swift’s significant earnings from her record-breaking Eras Tour and the valuation of her extensive music catalogue — estimated at approximately $600 million — have been pivotal to her financial success. Her income from royalties and touring is nearly $600 million, complemented by around $125 million in real estate assets.

Re-recording and Upcoming Tour

In her quest to reclaim ownership of her earlier work, Swift began re-recording her first six albums in 2021. She is set to resume her Eras Tour on October 18 in Miami.

Comparing Wealth Accumulation in the Music Industry

A report from the Washington Post highlights that many of Swift’s contemporaries have accumulated their wealth through external ventures, not solely through music. For instance, Rihanna has not released a studio album since 2016’s ‘Anti,’ yet her cosmetics brand, Fenty Beauty, launched in 2017, has significantly boosted her fortune, bringing her net worth to approximately $1.4 billion.

Jay-Z’s Business Ventures

Jay-Z, the first billionaire in hip-hop and the wealthiest musician globally, also derives much of his wealth from business ventures outside of music. His last studio album, a collaboration with his wife Beyoncé in 2018 titled ‘Everything Is Love,’ did not contribute significantly to his current wealth. Instead, his riches stem from various business interests, including his champagne brand, Armand de Brignac (Ace of Spades), and his cognac brand, D’Ussé, as well as investments in companies like Uber, Block (the parent company of CashApp), and the music streaming service Tidal.

Taylor Swift’s Political Engagement

Beyond her music career, Swift is not hesitant to express her political views. In September, she endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris and praised her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, for their commitment to issues like abortion rights, IVF access, and LGBTQ+ rights. “She fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them,” Swift stated about Harris in an Instagram post.


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