Forbes has published a ranking of the highest paid singers. Katy Perry overtakes Beyoncé and Taylor Swift

Forbes magazine has published its annual ranking of the highest paid singers. It was led by Katy Perry, who earned $83 million in a year.

Taylor Swift came in second with 80 million and Beyoncé came in third with 65 million. Both of these singers released a new album each during the reporting period. Katy Perry, who did not release records, earned more as she held a large-scale tour, Forbes notes.

The top ten list also includes Pink, Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Helena Fisher, Celine Dion and Britney Spears.

• Taylor Swift topped the Forbes rankings in 2016, Beyoncé in 2017.