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Paul McCartney's $1.4 Billion Fortune
Paul McCartney, 84, now ranks third richest musician globally with $1.4 billion fortune.
In brief
Paul McCartney, 84, now ranks third richest musician globally with $1.4 billion fortune. Paul McCartney's music publishing and songwriting rights have generated over $1.4 billion in wealth. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Paul McCartney's Wealth
Paul McCartney, 84, now ranks third richest musician globally with $1.4 billion fortune.
Forbes Report
Forbes reported on Monday, November 9, that the 84-year-old musician is now the third-richest musician in the world.
Music Publishing Success
McCartney's publishing company MPL Communications generates income from timeless songs like 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' and 'Blue Christmas'.
The Beatles' Legacy
The Beatles hold the record for most No. 1 hits on Billboard Hot 100 with 20, while McCartney has nine solo chart-toppers.
Songwriting Rights Value
McCartney earns at least $10 million annually from The Beatles' songwriting rights, worth $200 million.
The takeaway
Paul McCartney's music publishing and songwriting rights have generated over $1.4 billion in wealth.
