Top 50 Greatest-Selling Music Artists Of All Time

Published on July 20, 2017
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Eric Clapton – 40 Million

Before he issued his first solo album in 1970 Eric Clapton had already carved out a respectable career for himself. Since then, he has released more then two dozen LPs under his very own name. Even through all of his personal and professional misfortunes, the guitar hero seemingly hasn’t lost the focus and drive that established him as one of the most talked-about musicians in the 60’s. Nonetheless Eric has grown into himself, embracing his older years by playing music that sounds and feels right for him at this stage in his life.

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton

Beyonce – 118 Million

Roll out the red carpet, Queen B has (finally) arrived! Beyonce has sold over 13 million albums in the US and over 118 million records worldwide as a solo artist. Oh, and an additional 60 million with Destiny’s Child. So we’re no mathematician, but when you total up all these (double-digit) millions you’re left with this fact: Beyonce is one of the most popular, well-liked, musically gifted, best-selling artists of all time. We’ll forever love you Queen B!

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Beyonce

Beyonce