Brian Wilson – $75 million
Greatest Hits: I Get Around, Good Vibrations, Barbara Ann, God Only Knows
The Beach Boys was co-founded by Brian Wilson, who was signed to Capitol in 1962, with more than 24 out of the 40 Beach Boys’ hits being written by him. The 20th century had many genius songwriters, with Wilson being considered to be one of the best. Along with his cousin and brothers, the Beach Boys were formed. Wilson still enjoys the occasional tour, being considered to be the pioneer of punk rock and indie-pop. While many people have tried to imitate his sound and feel, few have managed to truly capture his irreplaceable finesse.
Brian Wilson
John Fogerty – $70 million
Greatest Hits: Fortunate Son, Bad Moon Rising, Proud Mary
The major member of Creedence Clearwater Revival, John Fogerty, created the band along with Tom Doug Clifford, his brother, and Stu Cook. Fogerty was a huge success as a member of Creedence Clearwater Revival and on his own. He wrote most of the band’s songs, as well as being its lead guitarist. It was in 1972 that the band finally came to an end, and from that point onwards Fogerty embarked on his solo career. He was placed 40th on the 100 Best Guitarists list and 72nd in the Greatest Singers of All Time lists by Rolling Stones magazine. Tina Turner made something magical out of his song, Proud Mary, which was one of many incredible hits.
John Fogerty
