The goal of every artist is to entertain their audience through their artistry. However, their work must correspond with their income which determines their lifestyle. The African music industry is one of the fastest-growing industries globally, and it has produced amazing singers over the years. Music has catapulted many African artists from the life of nothing to something, from grass to grace.
New musicians keep cropping up, and the artists get involved in different projects that help increase their earnings and overall net worth year after year. African music artists have been featured on the international sphere for the quality of songs they produce. Their fame has earned them accolades, awards, and money in almost equal measure.
Here are the top 10 richest musicians in Africa.
| Rank | Name | Net Worth |
| 1. | Youssou N’Dour | $150 million |
| 2. | Akon | $80 million |
| 3. | Black Coffee | $60 million |
| 4. | Wizkid | $20 million |
| 5. | Davido | $19 million |
| 6. | Don Jazzy | $18.5 million |
| 7. | Steve Hofmeyr | $18 million |
| 8. | Burna Boy | $17 million |
| 9. | Rudeboy | $16.2 million |
| 10. | 2Baba | $16 million |
