Brian Wilson – $75 million
Greatest Hits: Good Vibrations, I Get Around, God Only Knows, Barbara Ann
Brian Wilson co-founded beach Boys. Signed in 1962 to Capitol, he wrote over twenty-four of the band’s top 40 hits. He’s considered one of the twentieth century’s most creative songwriters, and some say he’s a genius. He, with his brothers and cousin, founded the Beach Boys. Wilson still tours occasionally and is considered an indie pop and punk godfather. Though artists (including the Beatles) gained a lot from their influence, his melodies and orchestrations proved difficult to initiate.
Brian Wilson – $75 Million
John Fogerty – $70 million
Greatest Hits: Proud Mary, Bad Moon Rising, Fortunate Son
John Fogerty had a good solo career and a brilliant career as a Creedence Clearwater Revival member, a band he formed with his brother Tom, Doug Clifford, and Stu Cook. He was the lead guitarist, composer and composed most songs. The band broke up sadly in 1972, starting a great solo career. Rolling Stone placed him among 100 Best Guitarists and Greatest Singers of all time (respectively). He’s penned many hits, including “Proud Mary,” which Tina Turner puts back in an iconic bop song.
John Fogerty – $70 Million
