6 Richest R&B Musicians

While you’re getting lost in the R&B beats, have you ever wondered just how much those sweet melodies translate to in cash? Well, we’re about to give you a grand tour through the luxurious lane of R&B’s richest musicians.

1. Rihanna

• Net Worth: $1.4 billion.
• R&B Riches: While her hits are legendary, Riri’s beauty brand Fenty Beauty is where she’s found her billion-dollar spark.

2. Beyoncé

• Net Worth: $800 million.
• R&B Riches: Aside from her music, tours, and Destiny’s Child days, Beyoncé’s got deals with Pepsi, H&M, Netflix, and, of course, her own Ivy Park brand.

3. Usher

• Net Worth: $180 million.
• R&B Riches: Multiple platinum albums, a coaching gig on ‘The Voice’, and various business ventures.

4. Alicia Keys

• Net Worth: $150 million.
• R&B Riches: Those soulful ballads, multiple Grammys, and endorsements.

5. Mary J. Blige

• Net Worth: $20 million.
• R&B Riches: Decades in the industry, chart-topping albums, and some acting gigs.

6. R. Kelly

• Net Worth: $2 million.
• R&B Riches: Despite controversies, Kelly’s earlier hits, songwriting credits, and collaborations have amassed a significant fortune over the years.