Some say music makes the world go round; others will tell you that with music they enjoy everything a bit more intensely. However you look at it, music is something that has been embedded in our collective soul like nothing else; we dance to music, we cry to music we even pray to music.

The singers that have devoted their talents to singing have become our kings and queens. That is why you probably never even thought about who makes the most money in the singing industry? It’s not something that music lovers think of but what we do think about is when our favorite musicians are going to give us more soulful music but just in case you were wondering we have come up with the list of Top Ten Highest Paid Singers to give you some more knowledge and see where your favorite singer ranks in on.

10. Nicki Minaj:

Trinidadian born singer songwriter and rapper, Ms. Onika Tanya Maraj aka Nicki Minaj has plenty on her plate when it comes to the music industry. She has gained phenomenal attention between the years 2007-2009 during which she released mix tapes. Her music has grabbed the attention of many and she has even acquired the title of “most influential rapper of all time” by the New York Times. Her album Pink Friday alone sold over 4 million copies. She keeps the money rolling not just by her music which is worth a net worth of $76 million dollars but she also endorses brands like Adidas, Mac cosmetics, and Pepsi which help to supplement her income.