Diva Named 2014's Highest Paid Woman In Music

joan

November 5, 2014 4:27 PM

'Beyonce played 95 shows during our scoring period, bringing in an average of $2.4 million per city,' says Forbes.

Goodbye Taylor Swift, Beyoncé has been named Forbes Highest Paid Woman in music for the year 2014 with an estimated earnings of $115 million this year alone.

The "Flawless" crooner made more the double of what she made last year and what Swift made this year - $64 million.

According to Forbes magazine Tuesday, most of Queen Bey's cash came from her world tour – Mrs. Carter World Tour.

The 33-year-old mother of one elevated from fourth place last year to lead the list this year and on top of pop star Taylor Swift, 24, with $64 million, who also jumped up one spot from last year to No. 2.

"Beyonce played 95 shows during our scoring period, bringing in an average of $2.4 million per city," said Forbes, citing data from the Pollstar trade magazine.

The R&B singer's self-titled album released last December and endorsement deals pushed her earnings up further assuring her the top spot.

Shockingly pop star Pink came third behind Swift with $52million. Forbes claim she did 85 concerts in the time frame raking in more than $1M per city.

Other stars who made the list include: Rihanna, Miley Cyrus, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and Britney Spears. But where is Nicki Minaj?

Check out the Top 10 Highest Paid Women in Music 2014 via Forbes:

1. Beyoncé - $115 million

2. Taylor Swift - $64 million

3. Pink - $52 million

4. Rihanna - $48 million

5. Katy Perry - $40 million

6. Jennifer Lopez - $37 million

7. Miley Cyrus - $36 million, tie

7. Celine Dion - $36 million, tie

9. Lady Gaga - $33 million

10. Britney Spears - $20 million

joan