Forbes magazine just released their newest list of “The World’s 25 Highest-Paid Musicians 2012.” Taylor Swift tied with Sir Paul McCartney for the list’s #8 spot, bringing home a $57-million paycheck in 2012. Forbes says Taylor grossed over $1-million per night on her tour this past year. Toby Keith ties with Justin Bieber at #10, as they both raked in $55-million. The magazine cites Toby’s restaurant chain and long-time Ford sponsorship as big sources of income for the country star. Kenny Chesney comes in at #17 with $44-million. Topping this year’s list is rapper and music mogul Dr. Dre, whose Beats headphone line helped him earn $110-million this year.
Forbes’ “The World’s 25 Highest-Paid Musicians 2012”
1. Dr. Dre: $110-million
2. Roger Waters: $88-million
3. Elton John: $80-million
4. U2: $78-million
5. Take That: $69-million
6. Bon Jovi: $60-million
7. Britney Spears: $58-million
8. Paul McCartney: $57-million (tie)
8. Taylor Swift: $57-million (tie)
10. Justin Bieber: $55-million (tie)
10. Toby Keith: $55-million (tie)
12. Rihanna: $53-million
13. Lady Gaga: $52-million
14. Foo Fighters: $47-million
15. Diddy: $45-million (tie)
15. Katy Perry: $45-million (tie)
17. Kenny Chesney: $44-million
18. Beyoncé: $40-million
19. Red Hot Chili Peppers: $39-million
20. Jay-Z: $38-million
21. Coldplay: $37-million
22. Adele: $35-million (tie)
22. Kanye West: $35-million (tie)
24. Michael Bublé: $34-million
25. Sade: $33-million
