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

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.

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