Music News

Album releases, artist feuds, copyright lawsuits, royalty payments... find all this and more in the "Music News" category of Celebrity Net Worth.

Return to Articles

What's New
How "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Became A Hit Thanks To Sarcasm

How "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Became A Hit Thanks To Sarcasm

Nov 17, 2016

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the release of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit." It's one of the songs that helped propel grunge and alternative rock into the mainstream – and it was written almost entirely out of sarcasm.
Prince's Estate Rejects Jay Z's $40 Million Offer For His Unreleased Music

Prince's Estate Rejects Jay Z's $40 Million Offer For His Unreleased Music

Nov 16, 2016

Prince's estate rejects Hov's $40 million to buy Prince's unreleased music… And there's more.
Rick Ross Owes The IRS Over $5 Million!

Rick Ross Owes The IRS Over $5 Million!

Nov 10, 2016

Rick Ross owes a massive amount of money to the IRS!
Apple Music Reportedly Looking At Reducing Its Subscription Prices

Apple Music Reportedly Looking At Reducing Its Subscription Prices

Nov 5, 2016

Apple Music is looking to reduce its subscription prices. But why?
Britney Spears Engaged In A Legal Dispute Involving Dating Service Bumble

Britney Spears Engaged In A Legal Dispute Involving Dating Service Bumble

Oct 29, 2016

Britney Spears may be heading to a courtroom very soon if she doesn't get what she wants…
How Two Kids Made A Million Dollars Off A Viral Dance Song (Juju on That Beat)

How Two Kids Made A Million Dollars Off A Viral Dance Song (Juju on That Beat)

Oct 28, 2016

Here's the story behind how viral dance sensation "Juju on That Beat" has made a million bucks.
Kanye West Says There Will Never Be A Sequel To 'Watch The Throne' And He Blames Apple/Tidal

Kanye West Says There Will Never Be A Sequel To 'Watch The Throne' And He Blames Apple/Tidal

Oct 26, 2016

Kanye West reveals why there will never be a sequel to 'Watch The Throne,' his 2011 collaborative album with Jay Z.
Drake's "One Dance" Is Spotify's Most Streamed Song Of All Time

Drake's "One Dance" Is Spotify's Most Streamed Song Of All Time

Oct 26, 2016

Drake's 'Views' has added yet another milestone to its already long list.
Suge Knight Sues Dr. Dre For $300 Million

Suge Knight Sues Dr. Dre For $300 Million

Oct 26, 2016

Suge Knight loves filing lawsuits. This time, he's suing Dr. Dre for a cool $300 million. Find out why!
Adele Is Projected To Make $185 Million This Year

Adele Is Projected To Make $185 Million This Year

Oct 25, 2016

Adele is going to be saying "hello" to a lot of money at the end of this year.
Ty Dolla $ign Reportedly Hit With An $180,000 Tax Lien

Ty Dolla $ign Reportedly Hit With An $180,000 Tax Lien

Oct 25, 2016

Ty Dolla $ign is the latest celeb to get hit with a tax lien.
Beyonce's 'Formation World Tour' Grossed Over $250 Million!

Beyonce's 'Formation World Tour' Grossed Over $250 Million!

Oct 19, 2016

Beyonce's 'Formation World Tour' just made Beyonce a whole lot richer!
50 Cent Claims He Rejected A $13.5 Million Settlement Offer In His $75 Million Lawsuit

50 Cent Claims He Rejected A $13.5 Million Settlement Offer In His $75 Million Lawsuit

Oct 18, 2016

50 Cent makes a shocking claim regarding his $75 million lawsuit against the law firm that represented him in his case against Sleek Audio.
Prince's Legendary Vault Is Reportedly Being Shopped Around For $35 Million

Prince's Legendary Vault Is Reportedly Being Shopped Around For $35 Million

Oct 15, 2016

You're going to have to fork over a good chunk of change if you want to buy the music in Prince's legendary vault.
Dr Dre Threatens Lawsuit Over Portrayal In Michel'le Biopic

Dr Dre Threatens Lawsuit Over Portrayal In Michel'le Biopic

Oct 13, 2016

Dr Dre isn't happy with his portrayal in an upcoming biopic involving him and his ex-girlfriend Michel'le, and he is threatening to sue if it airs!