Highest-Earning Women in Music

​​Forbes has released its annual ranking of the highest-earning women in music. Topping the list is Britney Spears, who earned $58 million during the past year, thanks to her million-selling album Femme Fatale, concert tour, endorsements and her fragrance line. Close behind with $57 million in earnings is Taylor Swift. Rounding out the Top 10 female moneymakers are Rihanna ($53 million), Lady Gaga ($52 million), Katy Perry ($45 million), Beyonce ($40 million), Adele ($35 million), Sade ($33 million), Madonna ($30 million) and Shakira ($20 million).