15 Highest Paid Music Stars of 2016, From The Weeknd to Taylor Swift (Photos)

Forbes’ annual ranking of the top-paid entertainers includes some stand-out musicians. The totals are based on earnings from June 2015 to June 2016, with figures from Nielsen, Pollstar, Songkick, Box Office Mojo and other sources.

15. The Weeknd – $55 million

Can the Canadian-born singer still feel his face? He catapulted into arena tour status with his 2015 hit album “Beauty Behind the Madness.”

15. U2 – $55 million

The Irish rockers may have lost some steam since their record-shattering 360 tour from 2009-2011, but they still can pack in fans.

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