Paul McCartney is a billionaire. He made it to the podium of the richest musicians list.

Paul McCartney is surpassed on the wealth list by Jay-Z and Taylor Swift, with his earnings primarily from MPL Communications and music rights. His share of Beatles' royalties alone generates at least $10 million annually. Despite his age, McCartney continues to create music, recently releasing his 20th solo album, which topped charts in several countries, and he remains active in touring.

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