Richest Rock Stars - Jon Bon Jovi, Eric Clapton and more

Many rock icons became rock icons only because they believed in the goal they had set for themselves and were confidently moving towards it, working tirelessly in the studio. As a rule, they have been passionate about the rock industry since the early days since early childhoodMany people had their own idols whom they admired and wanted to become as cool and popular one day... And they did. But you have to agree: not only fame, but also a solid fortune "in their old age" is nice dividend for the work you've done and the impact you've had, isn't it?

Who are they - richest rockers on planet Earth? Their fortune is so great that it amounts to hundreds of millions of dollars... However, it is not surprising, because, among other things, they have become stadium giants, and even talented actors! And here are their names...

Jon Bon Jovi: $410 million

Antiquity Jon Bon Jovi is one of the richest rockers on the planet. His fortune is estimated at $410 million! Is it deserved? Completely. John was passionate about music from a young age, learning piano and guitar, and at the age of 13 was already writing his own songs. His early composition "Runaway" was a success on local radio stations, and then a new chapter in his biography began called Bon Jovi. The band has released a string of multi-million-selling records and travelled halfway around the world, packing out packed stadiums and legions of fans....

It's amazing how John hasn't gone bankrupt so far, given his active charitable activities! However, Bon Jovi's music has long since immortalised itself, which means that the band and its work are still in demand among the general public. In general, John would easily be included in the list of the most abnormal rockers in history: once he slipped away during a tour in Las Vegas to marry his high school sweetheart, and now they have four children. Such is the story...

Eric Clapton: $450 million

A true legend, Eric Clapton has achieved great success both in his solo career and in the various bands he has been a part of (Derek & the Dominos, The Yardbirds, Cream, Blind Faith and so on). He is also known for his collaborations with Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, The Beatles, Carlos Santana and a host of other artists. He is. sole a three-time member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Rolling Stone magazine considers him the second best guitarist of all time.

Considering how often his music has appeared in films and the impact it has had on his followers, all these laurels don't seem surprising. Neither is the musician's own fortune, which is estimated at $450 million.

Keith Richards and Mick Jagger: $520 million.

Have you ever wondered which of the Rolling Stones is richer - Mick or Keith? In fact, they are equally rich! Each is estimated to be worth about $520 million. It would seem that everything is logical - they are from the same band, the only difference being that one has always been its soul (we are talking about Keith's sensual guitar riffs) and the other its face (we think it's clear who we are talking about). But it's not quite true: at different times both mates were also involved in some other projects, separate from the Rolling Stones...

In addition to all the honours associated with the Stones, Keith was also a music producer and worked with many other major artists on their own albums. His modest solo career can be recalled, as well as the Keith Richards and the X-Pensive Winos project... Obsessed with rock'n'roll, even as a child Keith knew what he wanted. On his grandfather's mantelpiece, there was a record player guitarand he told Keith that when he was old enough to take it off, he could have it. It was his first guitar.

Regarding Mick JaggerHe has had great success as the lead singer of the Rolling Stones. But that's not the only thing that helped him to make such a handsome fortune: a quite successful solo career, experimental projects and even cinema! It seems that Jagger has an inexhaustible source of energy... And in general - the Rolling Stones are a real phenomenon: while most of their colleagues (who are also several decades younger than them) are already enjoying retirement, these "old guys" do not stop recording and touring. And they are already well into their 70s!

Sting: $540 million

But not even the Rolling Stones, for all their fame and influence, are the richest members of the rock industry. For example, Sting ahead of them by several tens of millions: his fortune is estimated at $540 million (and that's just in average grades). У Gordon Sumner (the musician's real name) had a successful start to his career: he and his band Police They quickly achieved international fame with a string of long-running hits and albums, some of which are still selling today. Sting then embarked on a solo career, which bore generous fruit (a couple of big hits, to be sure).

Sting's commitment to experimental sounds, from rock and punk to reggae and jazz, played an important role in his success! At one point he became a favourite of Hollywood directors, who actively included (and continue to do so) his songs in the soundtracks to his best-selling books. Curiously enough, the musician's children (and Sting has 6 of them!) have to take care of themselves: according to Sting, he plans to spend all his money so that his wealth would not be a "burden" for his children. An idol, a millionaire and a responsible father - that's the ex-leader of "The Police".