They're amongst the most famous people in the world - with armies of fans following their every move.
And the leading lights of the pop music industry can earn millions of dollars from streaming revenue and selling vast numbers of vinyl, compact discs, and cassettes (yes, they're back too!).
Add in money-spinning tours (flicking the switch on dynamic pricing to get an extra bob or two), advertising and sponsorship deals, and shrewd investments, and these glittering icons can become fabulously wealthy - doubly so if they also write their own material.
Here are the 21 richest pop stars in the world in 2025, according to CelebrityNetWorth.
9. Victoria Beckham
The artist formerly known as Posh Spice made her first fortune as part of band The Spice Girls - then went on to make far more money thanks to her own fashion line. Combined, they have earned her around $450 million. Marrying footballer David Beckham didn't hurt her bank balance either. | Getty Images
10. Barbra Streisand
Multi-talented Barbra Streisand is one of the very few entertainers to have completed the EGOT - winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. With the awards have also come financial rewards - to the tune of approximately $400 million. | Getty Images
11. Garth Brooks
Another member of the $400 million club - and the second of only five men on this list - is country star Garth Brooks. | Getty Images for ACM
12. Jennifer Lopez
Probably as famous for her acting as she is for her singing, J-Lo has combined the two careers to earn around $400 million. | Getty Images for The Recording A