They're amongst the most famous people in the world - with their lives of excess often as well known as the music they produce.
And the leading lights of the rock music industry can earn millions of dollars from streaming revenue and selling vast numbers of vinyl, compact discs, and cassettes (yes, they're back too!).
Add in money-spinning tours, advertising and sponsorship deals, and shrewd investments, and these guitar heroes can become fabulously wealthy - doubly so if they also write their own material.
Here are the top 18 richest rock stars in the world in 2024, according to CelebrityNetWorth.
17. Ringo Starr
Being a member of The Beatles doesn't hurt your bank balance. While drummer Ringo Starr can't match the wealth of former bandmate Paul McCartney, he can still boast a fortune of around $350 million. | Getty Images
18. Dave Grohl
It's impressive enought to be in one of the biggest rock bands of all time, but Dave Grohl has managed to be in two - Nirvana and The Foo Fighters - alongside numerous other side projects. It's earned him an estimated fortune of $330 million. | Getty Images for Harley-Davidson