Burt Bacharach – $160 million
Greatest Hits: Arthur’s Theme, Close to You
Songwriter Burt Bacharach is one of the most influential composers of the twentieth century. He was born in Missouri in 1928 and started composing in the 1980s. He partnered with writer Hal David to create songs recorded by over 1,000 singers. He’s known for his work with singer Dionne Warwick, as well as his progression of chords and jazz harmony. He also collaborated with smaller orchestras, assigning unique instruments to their members. His styles are contemporary, easy-to-hear, and pop. He also plays the piano and sings.
Burt Bacharach
Randy Newman – $50 million
Greatest Hits: Just One Smile, I’ve Been Wrong Before
Randy Newman is known for his prolific songwriting and arranging, as well as his distinctive voice and film scores. He worked mainly as a film composer, earning twenty Oscar awards, and winning twice. He’s one of the most-nominated Oscars. He was inducted into Fame’s Songwriters Hall in 2007. He composed both animated and live-action music for films including Cold Turkey, Meet the Parents, Seabiscuit, and nine different Pixar films like Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., and Cars. He’s signed to Warner Bros.
Randy Newman