It looks like Garth Brooks is about to break another record. And this is one that Luke Bryan won't surpass anytime soon.
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According to the Wall Street Journal, the "Friends in Low Places" singer might be selling his music catalog. However, prospective buyers should be warned: the price won't be cheap.
How Much Could the Music Catalog of Garth Brooks Go For?
Before diving into the potential numbers Brooks could snag for his catalog, it helps to consider what other artists have recently received for theirs.
Back in 2022, Jason Aldean sold 90 percent of his recorded music catalog to indie Spirit Music Group for $100 million.
Earlier this month, we reported that the Red Hot Chili Peppers sold its recorded music catalog to Warner Music Group for more than $300 million.
Bruce Springsteen netted $550 million from the sale of his masters to Sony Music Publishing.
And last year, Taylor Swift was offered the opportunity to buy back the rights to her first six albums from investment firm Shamrock Capital. The deal was reportedly around $360 million.
With these figures in mind, Brooks is possibly looking for a larger number than these.
So, How Many Zeroes Are In Brooks' Asking Price?
First, consider the records that Brooks has broken. Not just in country music, but in American music.
The singer has moved more than 200 million albums. That is more than the Beatles. He is also the only artist to earn Diamond certification (10,000,000 units sold) for 10 of his albums.
And when Brooks goes out on tour, he sells out nearly every show. He has also been putting butts in seats at the Encore Theatre in Las Vegas as part of his five-year residency.
Given Brooks' track record, asking for $2 billion for his music catalog doesn't seem far-fetched when you put it into perspective.
If the singer actually gets his supposed asking price for his music, he would be one of the richest artists in the world. The title is currently held by Jay-Z.
Furthermore, with a lengthy court battle ahead in the sexual assault lawsuit against him, Brooks might need every penny.
