The 1980s undeniably brought the world some incredible music. Rock bands like Guns 'N Roses and Bon Jovi dominated the charts, while Michael Jackson's legendary Thriller album, which he released in 1982, remains the best-selling album of all time. 

Fast-forward four decades, and the likes of Billy Joel, Madonna, and Bruce Springsteen still rule the airwaves, with a whole new generation of listeners discovering their music. 

But which chart-topping stars of the 1980s managed to hold on to and boost their fortunes? Read on to discover who makes our countdown of the decade's richest music icons.

All dollar amounts in US dollars.