Paul McCartney has become a billionaire. Only two people are ahead of him.

Paul McCartney ranks third among the richest musicians, with a fortune primarily from his publishing company MPL Communications. His share of Beatles' copyrights earns him at least $10 million annually. McCartney has also invested in other artists' music, acquiring rights to works by Buddy Holly and classic musicals. Despite his age, he continues to create music, recently releasing his 20th solo album, which topped charts in several countries, and he remains active in touring.