These Are The Songwriters Who Are Laughing All The Way To The Bank

Randy Newman – $50 million

Dolly Parton has created more than 3,000 songs and is one of America’s most successful artists of all time. One of her most iconic songs, “I Will Always Love You” was covered by Whitney Huston, who was one of the many artists to do so. Parton revealed in an interview that she was only seven years old when she commenced writing music. She loves to write constantly, from poems, to songs, to whole albums and even just thoughts and inspirations. The Appalachian Mountains inspired, religious artist enjoyed a traditional childhood. She also must have appreciated her 35 BMI Awards.

Randy Newman