Pharrell Williams is one of the biggest performers on the planet. His song “Happy” was considered one of the greatest pop sensations of the year, winning him Grammy nominations for Best Music Video and Best Pop Solo Performance.
The funny thing is that we often assume that the words “rich” and “famous” go together, like peanut butter and jelly. Yes, Williams does have some money in the bank, but not as much as you might think. According to the UK Business Insider, Pharrell’s smash global hit song “Happy” made only $2,700 in publisher and songwriter royalties on Pandora.
If you’re shocked, then you should be. The song was played 43 million times on the platform, according to music publisher Sony/ATV CEO Marty Bandier. In an email obtained by Digital Music News, Brandier said that even if a song is played a million times, the artist receives just $60.
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