Taylor Swift has officially become the world's highest-earning musician. The "Bad Blood" singer's total income so far this year has reached $317.8 million, or over $1 million a day.
Since January, Swift, 25, has been busy making smash music hits, going on world tours and closing endorsement deals with popular brands such as Coca Cola and Elizabeth Arden. Her "1989" album tour alone earned an overall gross income of $173 million, Billboard reported. The "Blank Space" singer performed in 59 concerts all over North America, Asia and Europe.
In October 2014, Swift released her fifth album "1989," earning her $1.287 million in the first week of its release and immediately topped hit charts all over the world.
Mike Raia, an LA-based media analyst, told the Express: "Right now, Taylor is untouchable. She is so far ahead of everyone else in the industry that she has become not only a powerhouse entertainer but also an important mover and shaker on the commercial side on the music business."
Aside from her success in the music industry, Swift also has a line of brand endorsements which contributes to a significant portion of her bank account.
As part of her campaigns, Swift launched three fragrances from cosmetics giant Elizabeth Arden alongside her popular participation in Coca Cola and Keds.
Recently, the "1989" hitmaker nabbed the eighth spot on Forbes Celebrity 100 list and the 64th spot on its 100 Most Powerful Women in the World list.
Forbes had ealier made comments on the country singer's success, predicting that Swift will become a billionaire before she turns 30.
Swift and her singer boyfriend Calvin Harris, 31, are currently considered the most powerful celebrity couple. A Forbes poll reported that Swift and Harris, who first appeared together in May, have a combined net worth of $146 million.
