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25. Bruno Mars
- Claimed sales: 99 million
The modern-day king of retro swagger, Bruno Mars mixes funk, pop, and R&B into dance-floor gold like Uptown Funk and 24K Magic. | © Bruno Mars
24. The Weeknd
- Estimated album sales: 103,5 million
The king of moody, late-night vibes, The Weeknd turned dark R&B into chart-topping hits like Blinding Lights, and Starboy. With a voice as smooth as his signature falsetto, he’s the guy who makes heartbreak sound sexy. | © The Weeknd
23. Jay-Z
- Claimed sales: 105 million
With classics like 99 Problems and Empire State of Mind, Jay-Z is not just a rapper, he is a cultural icon. This guy made “I’m not a businessman, I’m a business, man” your go-to flex at networking events. | © Jay-Z
22. Jimi Hendrix
- Claimed sales: 106 million
The guitar god who redefined what six strings could do, Hendrix’s songs are the stuff of legend. With a style as wild as his stage presence, he made the guitar talk, scream, and cry. | © Jimi Hendrix
21. Ed Sheeran
- Estimated album sales: 109 million
With 150 million records sold worldwide, Ed Sheeran, the flame-haired singer who transformed love songs into a global phenomenon, made his way to the top of the music industry. | © Ed Sheeran
20. Paul McCartney
- Estimated album sales: 115 million
From Beatles legend to solo icon, Paul McCartney's knack for crafting timeless melodies is unmatched. Whether he’s jamming on Band on the Run or serenading with Maybe I’m Amazed, the dude’s been the soundtrack to life’s highs and lows for decades. | © Paul McCartney
19. Justin Bieber
- Estimated album sales: 117 million
The teen idol turned global pop titan, Biebs went from YouTube covers to bangers like Sorry and Love Yourself. Whether you vibed with his early Baby Days or his grown-up R&B swagger, his hooks are unavoidable (admit it, you still know the Baby chorus by heart). | © Justin Bieber
18. Kanye West
- Estimated album sales: 122 million
Polarizing figure but undeniably influential, Kanye West flipped the script with genre-defying songs like Stronger and Gold Digger. Love him or hate him, his greatest of all-time rants rewrote the rulebook, and you've debated his genius ratio over beers. | © Kanye West
17. Stevie Wonder
- Estimated album sales: 126,5 million
A musical genius who turned soul into a universal language, Stevie Wonder boasts a stunning 126,5 million sales. Blind since infancy, he’s proof that talent knows no limits, and his harmonica skills alone could make a grown man cry. | © Stevie Wonder
16. David Bowie
- Estimated album sales: 133 million
Bowie reinvented himself more times than most artists have hits, from Ziggy Stardust to Let’s Dance. With a flair for the theatrical and a knack for crafting timeless tunes, he made weird cool and left a legacy as eclectic as his wardrobe. | © David Bowie
15. Prince
- Estimated album sales: 135 million
Prince has sold over 100 million records worldwide, leaving an unforgettable legacy in pop, funk, and rock. Known for his electrifying stage presence, unmatched creativity, and hits like Purple Rain and When Doves Cry, he broke boundaries in both music and performance. | © Prince
14. Garth Brooks
- Estimated album sales: 144 million
Country’s ultimate showman, Garth turned songs like Friends in Low Places into stadium-packing spectacles. With a hit, a grin, and zero fear of pyrotechnics, he made line dancing cool long before TikTok. | © Garth Brooks
13. Bob Dylan
- Estimated album sales: 146 million
The poet of rock 'n' roll, Bob Dylan's gravelly voice and razor-sharp lyrics made him the voice of a generation. He’s the guy who made folk cool and kept everyone guessing what his songs mean. Still the ultimate cool uncle of music. | © Bob Dylan
12. Santana
- Estimated album sales: 147 million
Carlos Santana’s guitar work is pure magic, combining rock, Latin, and blues into timeless jams like Smooth and Black Magic Woman. Whether he’s shredding solos or setting the mood with soulful grooves, his sound is instantly recognizable. | © Santana
11. Bob Marley
- Estimated album sales: 147 million
Bob Marley, the legendary reggae icon, has sold an impressive 147 million EAS, spreading messages of love, unity, and freedom through his music. More than just music, his tunes are a vibe, perfect for chilling on a beach or pondering life’s big questions. | © Bob Marley
10. Billy Joel
- Estimated album sales: 153 million
The Piano Man of New York grit, Billy Joel turned barroom storytelling into timeless anthems like Uptown Girl and We Didn’t Start the Fire. Still selling out Madison Square Garden like it’s 1983, because some hits just age like fine Long Island wine. | © Billy Joel
9. Phil Collins
- Estimated album sales: 154 million
Phil Collins turned Genesis prog-rock cred into solo mega-hits that soundtracked a million movie scenes and breakups. Whether belting heartache anthems or casually owning every radio for a decade, his voice is forever burned into the DNA of classic rock. | © Phil Collins
8. Neil Diamond
- Estimated album sales: 158 million
The king of sing-along songs, Neil Diamond turned Sweet Caroline into a global phenomenon and Cracklin’ Rosie into a party starter. With a voice as warm as a summer night and a catalog of hits that spans decades, he’s the guy who made everyone feel like they could belt out a chorus. | © Neil Diamond
7. Bruce Springsteen
- Estimated album sales: 163 million
The Boss isn’t just a nickname, it's his vibe. Bruce Springsteen's voice and everyman anthems turned highway dust and factory-town grit into rock ‘n’ roll scripture. Your dad’s air harmonica solo at that BBQ? Totally his fault. | © Bruce Springsteen
6. Drake
- Estimated album sales: 170 million
The 6 God turned Toronto into a hip-hop mecca, dropping club-ready bangers like Hotline Bling and God’s Plan. Ten years in, he’s still your gym playlist’s hype man and is still the MVP of turning feelings into flexes. | © Drake
5. Eric Clapton
- Estimated album sales: 177 million
Eric Clapton, often hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, has sold over 170 million records worldwide. Blues, rock, or acoustic, the dude’s six-string wizardry has been the backdrop to a million late-night jam sessions. | © Eric Clapton
4. Elton John
- Estimated album sales: 213 million
Rocketman himself, Elton John brought classic piano-driven anthems to the masses. From Tiny Dancer to Your Song, his hits are the soundtrack to road trips, weddings, and late-night singalongs. Plus, those glasses? Iconic. | © Elton John
3. Eminem
- Estimated album sales: 225 million
The Rap God himself, Eminem stormed the late ‘90s with his alter ego, Slim Shady, and zero filter. Still slaying verses faster than you can say Mom’s spaghetti – and yes, you tried to keep up. We all did. | © Eminem
3. Frank Sinatra
- Estimated album sales: 234 million
Frank Sinatra defined cool before cool was even a thing. With a voice smoother than a glass of top-shelf bourbon, Sinatra turned jazz standards and love ballads into timeless classics. | © Frank Sinatra
2. Elvis Presley
- Estimated album sales: 323 million
The original King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis shook up the 1950s with a hip-swiveling mix of rebel charm and raw vocals. From Hound Dog to Vegas residencies, he turned rock into a global obsession and made blue suede shoes mandatory. | © Elvis Presley
1. Michael Jackson
- Estimated album sales: 343 million
The undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson still holds the crown as the best-selling male artist ever. Jackson moonwalked his way into history with game-changing videos, iconic dance moves, and a voice that defined generations. | © Michael Jackson
