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

David Bowie – $100 million

Greatest Hits: Modern Love, Changes, Space Oddity
David Bowie sold more than 140 million albums across the world, gaining a total of 10 Platinum records for his variety of successful songs. Bowie was famous for his iconic stage and public personas and performances. He had an alter ego called Ziggy Stardust, which was a gender-neutral creation that defied gender and cultural norms. At a young age, Bowie began studying music and art. His musical efforts took off in 1983 when he released Space Oddity. He was only 62 when he tragically passed, and is honored by his widow, Iman.

David Bowie