These Songwriters Have Finally Revealed Their Massive Fortunes

Published on September 16, 2019 By Chloe Draws

Elton John

Fortune: $500 millionHits: Your Song, Rocket Man, Crocodile Rock

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One of the most famous songwriters of all time, Elton John has probably written some of your favorite songs. Across his career, he has sold more than 300 million records and had 58 Billboard singles enter the Top 40 charts. John has won five Grammys and is just behind The Beatles regarding critical success. As well as writing and performing, he has personally raised more than $300 million for AIDS and LGBT-related issues.