List of best-selling music artists

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The list of best-selling music artists includes those musicians who have sold the most recordings worldwide. The criteria for inclusion on this list are based on the total number of albums, singles, compilation albums, music videos, and digital downloads sold. The list is often used to highlight the most commercially successful artists in the music industry.

Criteria[edit | edit source]

The criteria for determining the best-selling music artists include:

Total certified units sold
Estimated sales figures
Sales data from reputable sources such as Billboard, RIAA, and other national and international music industry organizations.

Top-selling artists[edit | edit source]

The following artists are among the best-selling music artists of all time:

The Beatles[edit | edit source]

The Beatles are widely regarded as the best-selling music artists in history, with estimated sales of over 600 million units worldwide. Their influence on popular music and culture is profound, and they have numerous chart-topping albums and singles.

Elvis Presley[edit | edit source]

Elvis Presley, known as the "King of Rock and Roll," has sold over 500 million records globally. His impact on the rock and roll genre and his enduring popularity make him one of the top-selling artists of all time.

Michael Jackson[edit | edit source]

Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," has sold an estimated 350 million records worldwide. His album Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time.

Madonna[edit | edit source]

Madonna is the best-selling female recording artist of all time, with over 300 million records sold. She is known for her reinvention and influence on pop music.

Elton John[edit | edit source]

Elton John has sold over 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists. His career spans several decades, and he is known for his piano skills and songwriting.

Led Zeppelin[edit | edit source]

Led Zeppelin is one of the best-selling bands in history, with over 200 million records sold. They are known for their influence on hard rock and heavy metal music.

Rihanna[edit | edit source]

Rihanna has sold over 250 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists. She is known for her versatility and influence on contemporary music.

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