Forbes has confirmed that Beyoncé has entered billionaire status, making her only the fifth musician in history to reach this milestone. She now joins an elite group that includes Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, and her husband, Jay‑Z.
This achievement didn’t come from one project alone—it’s the result of a multi‑year run of unprecedented commercial success, strategic ownership of her work, and a bold shift in her artistic direction.
💰 How Beyoncé Reached Billionaire Status
1. Record‑Breaking Tours
Beyoncé’s touring power is unmatched:
- Renaissance World Tour (2023)
Grossed nearly $600 million, drawing more than 2.7 million attendees worldwide. - Cowboy Carter Tour (2025)
Became the highest‑grossing tour of 2025, earning:- $400 million in ticket sales
- $50 million in merchandise revenue
- Featured appearances from Jay‑Z, their children, and Destiny’s Child members
Her tours are especially lucrative because they are produced through her own company, Parkwood Entertainment, allowing her to retain a larger share of profits.
🎶 2. The “Cowboy Carter” Era
Beyoncé’s pivot into country music was a major commercial and cultural
🎶 2. The “Cowboy Carter” Era
Beyoncé’s pivot into country music was a major commercial and cultural breakthrough, redefining genre boundaries and expanding her influence into a space where Black
Who are the five billionaire musicians?
Forbes counts five in total, including Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Beyoncé and none other than her own husband, Jay-Z
