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Katy Perry is 2015's highest paid woman in music

Written by . Published: November 05 2015

Singer Katy Perry has been named 2015's highest paid woman in music.

The star earned $135 million thanks to her Prismatic world tour, endorsements with Coty, accessories company Claire's and Covergirl and her music.



Perry has beaten out her closest rival, rumored real-life foe Taylor Swift, by $55 million . The Shake It Off star's total earnings comes to $80 million for the second spot on the list.


The female members of Fleetwood Mac come in third with $59.5 million , while Lady Gaga and Beyonce close out the top five, respectively.


Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Miranda Lambert, Mariah Carey and Rihanna are also included on the list.

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