Find Out Which Songwriter Is The Richest Of All

Published on 12/23/2020
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Brian Wilson – $75 million

Greatest Hits: Good Vibrations, I Get Around, God Only Knows, Barbara Ann

Brian Wilson co-founded the Beach Boys. Signed to Capitol in 1962, he wrote over twenty-four top 40 hits for the band. He is considered one of the most creative songwriters of the twentieth century, and some say he is a genius. He founded the Beach Boys, along with his brothers and cousin. Occasionally, Wilson still tours and is considered an indie pop and punk godfather. Although artists (including the Beatles) gained much from their influence, it proved difficult to initiate his melodies and orchestrations.

Brian Wilson – $75 Million

Brian Wilson – $75 Million

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John Fogerty – $70 million

Greatest Hits: Proud Mary, Bad Moon Rising, Fortunate Son

As a Creedence Clearwater Revival member, a group he formed with his brother Tom, Doug Clifford, and Stu Cook, John Fogerty had a good solo career and a brilliant career. He was the lead guitarist, composer and most of the songs were composed. In 1972, the band sadly broke up, starting a great solo career. Rolling Stone ranked him among the 100 best guitarists and greatest singers of all time (respectively). He has penned several hits, including “Proud Mary,” which Tina Turner puts back into an iconic bop song.

John Fogerty – $70 Million

John Fogerty – $70 Million

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