
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has earned more than $35 million in 2011, more than any
other musician, according to a new list published in
Billboard magazine. The publication focused on U.S. income streams,
including touring, sales and songwriting royalties. However, the tallies did not include revenue from sponsorships, merchandise
or licensing for TV and film. Swift's estimated $35,719,902 put her just ahead of U2's $32,116,315.
Kenny
Chesney ranked third with $29,837,103, while
Jason Aldean placed ninth
with $13,409,011.