Music is no longer just a talent for show but is now a well paying job. In the African music industry, we have many musicians but only few of them produce quality music. We have seen many come and go but only a few have been able to stay relevant; they are the lucky ones. 

Unlike in the past, music today is highly commercialized and earns the artistes some good money. We have seen many musicians feature in adverts for well-known companies, like COCA COLA, PEPSI, REXONA, Beauty Products, etc. That's why most of them are living large; their flashy lifestyles tell it all. 

Recently, Forbes released it's 2015 list of top 10 richest African Musicians and shockingly no woman made it to the list. It mainly comprised men from West Africa. No one from East Africa featured in the top 10, and this has raised many questions than answers. But I was not surprised, East Africans tend to support West African music more than local tunes. Nigerian music in particular is more popular at local clubs as this is the kind of music that the current generation loves.

Who is going to support local talent, the likes of Diamond Platnumz, Jose Chameleone, Jaguar and the rest, if you we don't promote their music?

Well, here is Forbes list of top 10 richest African musicians, go through and find out if your favorite artiste is among them.

1. Akon

He is without a doubt one of the best musicians from  Africa. The US-based rapper, songwriter, business person, and record producer rose to fame in 2004 after his hit song Locked Up. Akon, a Senegalese-born artiste, is the CEO of Konvict Music.

2. Don Jazzy

The "king" of Nigerian music is without a doubt the most sought after musician in Africa. Don Jazzy is a Producer and CEO of MAVIN Records.

3.Psquare

The music duo are among the few musicians who have been able to stay relevant in the competitive music industry. Their songs never disappoint. The two brothers indeed are the "kings" of African music. They live a flashy lifestyle compared to their counterparts.

4. D'Banj

The Coco master is one of the talented musicians around. Nigerian singer-songwriter, harmonica player, and businessman. He has won several music awards, including the award for Evolution at the 2015 MTV Africa Music Awards.

5. Wizkid

The fastest rising musician on the continent. Wizkid has been able to gain popularity in the shortest time. His music has always dominated the local airwaves.

6. 2Face Idibia

A Nigerian singer-songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur. 2Face is the brand ambassador for National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control in Nigeria. He has also worked with Guinness and Airtel and is the CEO of 2face Foundation.

7. Anselmo Ralph

The only Angolan on this list. Samsung and Coca Cola ambassador.

8. Sarkodie

One of the leading musicians from Ghana. Commonly known for the famous Azonto dance, Sarkodie has been able to win the hearts of many especially youth across the continent. He is a Youth Ambassador in Ghana, has also worked with Samsung and fan Milk Ghana. The only Ghanaian to make it to the top 10.

9. Ice Prince

The Oleku hitmaker could not miss on this! His lifestyle tells is all. He lives a life most of his counterparts only dream of.

10. Banky W

One of the best artistes in Nigeria. Just like his counterparts, his music has always dominated local airwaves. He is also a Samsung Ambassador.