John Prine – $6 million
Greatest Hits: Sam Stone, Dear Abby, Illegal Smile
From the 1970s onwards, John Prine has been a phenomenal singer-songwriter. He was only 14 when he began learning the guitar as a member of the Chicago-based Folk’s Old Town School His music career was put on hold when he joined the West Germany military at the age of 18. He then returned to Chicago, where he would later be recognized by Kris Kristofferson and offered an opportunity to create his initial album with Atlantic. His songs often parody global events
John Prine
Bono – $700 million
Greatest Hits: Sunday, Bloody Sunday
The Dublin-born artist, Bono, is the head of U2, as well as its prime songwriter. The man earned 22 Grammy awards with his band, and has spoken extensively on the art of songwriting. His political and social focus is his main inspiration for songwriting, also shaped by his time being raised within a religious school. His more rebellious feel in his earlier years as a songwriter and performer would late lead to a mature sound when he commenced writing about his individual experiences. He tied the knot with singer Ali Stewart.
Bono
