Harry Nilsson – $7 million
Greatest Hits: Coconut, Without You
Harry Nilsson was one of the many loved rock stars of the late 20th century, but despite his popularity, he never once entertained the thought of touring or holding concerts. Despite not wishing to take to the stage, Nilsson still made a lot of money with his music. The Caribbean music-inspired Great American Songbook proved that Nilsson is a masterful artist. He was also a huge inspiration for indie music. The Monkees received much music from him. Nilsson Schmilsson was probably his most successful album.
Harry Nilsson
Curtis Mayfield – $10 million
Greatest Hits: People Get Ready
Curtis Mayfield would become part of The Impressions between the 1950s and 1960s, becoming equally committed to music and the civil rights movement. The Chicago-born gospel singer would eventually begin performing outside of church. He would then meet Jerry Butler and go on to form The Impressions. The band would supply the civil rights movement with plenty of anthems and inspiration. Mayfield would later dabble in cinema, becoming a director, with Super Fly being his most notable work.
Curtis Mayfield
