londonguy Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Just looking at the net worth of some of the famous musicians out there. It says Neil was worth 42 million. A good chunk of change, but someone of his talent should've been worth 10 times that. So many no talent musicans, like Gene Simmons, Mick Jagger, are worth hundreds of millions. I'm sure Neil could've joined other bands years ago and made much more money, but then he wouldn't have had as much fun as being in Rush and playing the kind of music he wanted. The whole band should've made more money with that level of musicianship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova Carmina Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 As a kid, I had the KISS dolls, the lunchbox, the Halloween costume (Simmons, natch), etc., etc. Simmons' genius was in marketing, rather than music, and he played to his strengths. I don't how many Rush dolls would have sold . . .. although I did buy the Pop! Rocks figures, so there's that. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HemiBeers Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 I understand the gist of your post that someone as profound and talented as Neil should have had higher monetary rewards. But at a certain point of wealth, who cares? It's just a larger number for the pile. I don't think any of them (well except Ray Danniels) was out for every last buck. Used wisely, Carrie and Olivia's (eventual) part of the estate will do well for them the rest of their lives. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueschica Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 I never believe those online worth estimates; they are just clickbait. A lot of doubtful information has been flying around this week concerning Neil. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Who knows how accurate those net worths are? They just give us an estimate of what it looks like it could be. Odds are whoever decides this does not have the personal financial records of these people. What's with the knock on Mick Jagger, OP? He's never been praised as a great musician in the first place. His showmanship and on stage charisma is what he gets much of his praise for. Every famous rockstar has something different they bring to the table. For Neil, it was being more cerebral and technical with his writing. For others, like Kiss, their talent is in marketing and writing catchy rock anthems that people can easily enjoy. I'm sure a guy as humble as Neil probably thought a net worth of 42 million is too much. He probably would think "what the hell am I going to do with all this money?" 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Principled Man Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Yes, all things being equal, the most talented bands should be the most popular and the wealthiest. All things are not and have never been equal in the music industry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrinx Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Mick Jagger no talent?? Wow! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 (edited) Mick Jagger no talent?? Wow! No Rolling Stones fan here (and goddamn, but good for Mick he has cash and charisma because he is one ugly mother. In my teens I referred to him as “Liver Lips”) but even I have to disagree with that assessment. Replace Mick with Justin Bieber and you’ve got a dead bang on list of no-talents. Edited January 19, 2020 by Mara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
londonguy Posted January 19, 2020 Author Share Posted January 19, 2020 I'm just saying in terms of raw talent, he really doesn't have much. He's not a great vocalist, he doesn't play any instruments. People love him, but I think it's more for the nostalgia now. People just like to say they went to see them. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken hawk Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 i know i contributed alot to that fund with how many tickets i bought and all the rush stuff..shirts, hats, small duffle bag, pins, key chains. My treasures. . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taurus Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Just looking at the net worth of some of the famous musicians out there. It says Neil was worth 42 million. A good chunk of change, but someone of his talent should've been worth 10 times that. So many no talent musicans, like Gene Simmons, Mick Jagger, are worth hundreds of millions. I'm sure Neil could've joined other bands years ago and made much more money, but then he wouldn't have had as much fun as being in Rush and playing the kind of music he wanted. The whole band should've made more money with that level of musicianship. As a Canadian, we like money as much as anyone - we just don't love it as much as Gene Simmons. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue J Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I think there are a lot of excellent musicians who ought to be better off financially than they are. And dancers, and painters, and actors. It’s just a very tough arena in which to ‘make it’. But anyone who chooses to make his or her living as a fine artist or performing artist faces that. $42 million, or whatever the true number is, is doing just fine. $420 million, or more, or whatever figure you want to throw out, regardless of who it is or what they do...I mean, really? That’s all I’m going to say about this subject. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrinx Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I'm just saying in terms of raw talent, he really doesn't have much. He's not a great vocalist, he doesn't play any instruments. People love him, but I think it's more for the nostalgia now. People just like to say they went to see them. arguably the greatest frontman ever in rock and roll 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemistry1973 Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 He blew all his money in the late 90s I think. I’m surprised his net worth is as much as 42 million. I would’ve guessed much less. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 A quick Google search says that both Geddy and Alex are worth 40 million each. I guess whoever decides these things gave Neil and extra 2 million because he was an author and sold some books. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick N. Backer Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I'm just saying in terms of raw talent, he really doesn't have much. He's not a great vocalist, he doesn't play any instruments. People love him, but I think it's more for the nostalgia now. People just like to say they went to see them. He might not be a great “singer.” He’s a phenomenal vocalist. And songwriter. He also can play several instruments. It’s not a coincidence pretty much everyone knows who he is. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick N. Backer Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 I'm just saying in terms of raw talent, he really doesn't have much. He's not a great vocalist, he doesn't play any instruments. People love him, but I think it's more for the nostalgia now. People just like to say they went to see them. arguably the greatest frontman ever in rock and roll Inarguably no lower than 5th. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordgalaxy Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 He could have been the richest rock and roll guy who ever lived, and he'd still be dead. I'd guess neither he nor his family ever wanted something they couldn't afford. His wife and daughter will live quite comfortably the rest of their lives unless they do something monumentally ignorant with the money. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 He could have been the richest rock and roll guy who ever lived, and he'd still be dead. I'd guess neither he nor his family ever wanted something they couldn't afford. His wife and daughter will live quite comfortably the rest of their lives unless they do something monumentally ignorant with the money. Yes. And if Neil's daughter ends up having kids, they to will probably be financially safe as long as the money is managed well. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurkst Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Money isn't everything. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J2112YYZ Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Money isn't everything. True, but you won't get too far if you don't have any. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurkst Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 Money isn't everything.True, but you won't get too far if you don't have any. Depends how you term "getting far". Many artists who earned relatively little during their lifetimes have left a legacy that's lasted for years. "The measure of a life is a measure of love and respect." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toymaker Posted January 19, 2020 Share Posted January 19, 2020 He spent some of the cash on Astin Martins and Ferraris and such...and expensive scotch. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Money isn't everything.Poverty stinks too. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorraine Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 He earned his money and had the right to spend it, or blow it, as he wanted to. I don't think his finances are any of our business. He worked hard for his millions. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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