Chris Brown has an impressive music portfolio spanning more than 2 decades
How much does Chris Brown make in royalties?
Brown’s musical journey began at 16, and his debut album in 2005 went double-platinum.
This early success set the stage for a prolific career.
Several albums followed, with many achieving multi-platinum status and spawning hit singles.
These massive sales translate to significant income through royalties, though exact figures remain undisclosed.
Parade.com did report a portion of his song catalog earning nearly $18,000 in a single year, hinting at the ongoing revenue stream his music generates.
The singer has reportedly sold over 140 million records worldwide, in his music career, which has now spanned over 20 years.
In 2023, Brown surpassed Elvis Presley for the most RIAA Gold Certified Singles for a male vocalist in history.
He also has the most “Billboard” Hot 100 entries among male vocalists.
In March 2023, with the album “Under the Influence,” Brown became the fifth artist in “Billboard” history to reach 10 #1 hits on the “Billboard” R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart.
Despite his professional success, Brown has had several legal issues due to drug and fire arm possession, as well as assault.
The most high-profile incident was his 2009 assault on then-girlfriend Rihanna.
Chris Brown’s diverse income streams
While music is his core, Brown hasn’t limited himself.
He’s leveraged his fame into lucrative ventures.
His record label, CBE, cultivates new talent under the Interscope umbrella.
He previously owned Burger King franchises, demonstrating a keen eye for investment outside of entertainment.
Brown even ventured into the world of breakfast with his own cereal brand, Breezy’s Cosmic Crunch.
Additionally, his popularity has attracted diverse brands in different industries like NFT’s clothing, and most recently, vape pens which include his own line under the banner CB 15K x Chris Brown.
