Calvin Harris Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Calvin Harris’ Net Worth?

A Scottish singer-songwriter, record producer, and DJ, Calvin Harris boasts a net worth of $300 million. Currently, he holds the title of the richest DJ globally. Typically, he earns between $30-$40 million annually. In October 2020, Calvin sold his publishing catalog to Vine Alternative Investments for a staggering $100 million. This catalog featured over 150 songs produced by Harris, which included collaborations with stars like Ariana Grande, Sam Smith, Dua Lipa, and Travis Scott.

In recent times, the Scottish DJ, singer-songwriter, and producer seems to enjoy a rather charmed existence. He began his journey into electronic music by recording tracks in his bedroom during his late teenage years. Some of his initial songs were actually released, achieving local success. Harris caught his big break in 2006 on MySpace when he signed with EMI, Sony BMG, and the Three Six Zero Group. A year later, his debut album, “I Created Disco,” was launched, reaching #8 on the UK charts, with two of its three singles landing in the Top 10. It was later certified Gold. His subsequent album, “Ready for the Weekend,” soared internationally, leading him to tour extensively worldwide. In 2012, Calvin released his third album, “18 Months,” while continuing his global tours without any signs of slowing down.

Early Life

Born as Adam Richard Wiles on January 17, 1984, Calvin Harris hails from Dumfries, Scotland. His parents, David Wiles, a biochemist, and Pamela Wiles, a homemaker, both have English roots. He has an older brother named Edward and an older sister named Sophie. Calvin discovered his passion for electronic music during his teenage years and began recording demos in his bedroom in the late ’90s. To afford his musical equipment, he worked at a local supermarket stocking shelves and spent some time at a fish factory as a teenager.

Career

In 2002, under the alias Stouffer, Harris put out two tracks, "Da Bongos" and "Brighter Days." Following these singles, he relocated to London to advance his career, although the expensive living conditions quickly forced him to return. During this brief stay, he managed to release just one single before heading back to Dumfries, where he began sharing his music on the early social media platform Myspace. His music caught the attention of a prominent talent manager, leading to a signing. Shortly thereafter, he secured agreements with EMI and Sony BMG.

His debut album, “I Created Disco,” inspired by the ’80s, launched in 2007. This album achieved Gold status and featured the hits “Acceptable in the 80s” and “The Girls,” both of which performed well in the UK charts. Subsequent tours had him supporting electronic music giants Groove Armada and Faithless. Before long, he caught the eye of Australian pop icon Kylie Minogue, co-writing tracks for her 2007 release, “X.” This marked the beginning of a fruitful collaboration with numerous artists, resulting in many of his major successes.

In 2009, Harris’s second album, “Ready for the Weekend,” debuted. It included his first UK #1 hit, “I’m Not Alone,” along with the singles “Ready for the Weekend,” “Flashback,” and “You Used to Hold Me.” However, it was his third album that truly launched him into superstardom. Released in 2012, “18 Months” played a pivotal role in popularizing EDM (electronic dance music) and dominating the music charts. His collaborations featured renowned names like Florence Welch, Ellie Goulding, and Ne-Yo, with the highlight being his partnership with Rihanna on “We Found Love,” which topped the “Billboard” Hot 100 for ten consecutive weeks.

The album featured numerous chart-topping singles of the year such as “Feel So Close,” “Bounce,” “Let’s Go,” “We’ll Be Coming Back,” “Sweet Nothing,” “Drinking from the Bottle,” “I Need Your Love,” and “Thinking About You,” each reaching the Top 10 in the UK. This achievement allowed him to surpass Michael Jackson for holding the record for the most top ten hits on a single studio album within the UK Singles Chart.

Following his rise to international stardom, Harris released “Motion” in 2014. This album showcased collaborations with artists like Big Sean, Gwen Stefani, and Ellie Goulding. Notably, the second single “Summer” became the most-streamed song of 2014 on the Spotify platform. Harris continued to...
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with a diverse range of artists, including Pharrell Williams, Ariana Grande, and Frank Ocean, he has produced immensely popular tracks. However, his standout song from this period was the collaboration with Rihanna on the 2016 hit “This is What You Came For,” which marked his highest-charting single as the lead artist. The subsequent year brought forth his fifth studio album, “Funk Wav Bounces Vol 1.,” featuring collaborations with talents such as John Legend, Snoop Dogg, and Future. Departing from his EDM roots, this album embraced a more groove-oriented sound and included popular tracks like “Slide,” “Heatstroke,” and the summer anthem “Feels,” featuring Big Sean, Pharrell, and Katy Perry.

Recognized with a Grammy Award for Best Music Video for “We Found Love” alongside Rhianna and four MTV Video Music Awards, Harris cites both Jamiroquai and Fatboy Slim as his significant influences. He has also secured a remarkable array of endorsement deals, partnering with brands like Apple (where the artwork for “I Created Disco” was featured in an ad for the iPod nano in 2008), Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Sol Republic. Moreover, in 2014, he signed on to endorse the underwear line of luxury fashion brand Armani.

As one of the most sought-after DJs globally, Harris has held multiple residencies at some of Las Vegas's top venues, including the MGM Grand, Caesar's Palace, and Wynn Las Vegas. His global tours have seen him headline renowned music festivals and arenas such as Coachella, Creamfields, and Austin City Limits Music Festival. Additionally, he established his own vanity label, Fly Eye Records, focused predominantly on EDM, in March 2010. Alongside other musicians, he is also a co-owner of the music streaming platform Tidal.

Personal Life

Calvin has attracted significant media attention regarding his personal life, largely due to his high-profile relationships with figures like Rita Ora and Taylor Swift. Despite this, he tends to maintain a private stance regarding his personal affairs.

Philanthropy

Known for his charitable efforts, Harris has participated in various events aimed at addressing issues such as youth suicide, homelessness in Scotland, and funding for children's hospitals. In 2010, he took part in The War Child's post-Brit Awards concert to raise awareness for children impacted by war. In February 2012, he collaborated with renowned artists, including Coldplay, to host a charity concert, with all proceeds benefiting the Children’s Orthopaedic Center at L.A.'s Children’s Hospital. Following the tragic Las Vegas shooting in 2017, Harris contributed his earnings from a headline performance at Omnia Nightclub to the Las Vegas Victims fund.

Calvin Harris Career Earnings

In 2013, Calvin Harris earned an estimated $46 million, making him the highest-paid DJ worldwide. This figure rose to over $60 million in 2014. From June 2016 to June 2017, he accumulated $49 million, followed by an earnings of $50 million between June 2017 and June 2018. For the period between June 2018 and 2019, his earnings stood at $38 million.

Real

Estate

Calvin acquired a home in the Hollywood Hills from fellow DJ Steve Angello in 2017, paying $5 million. In August 2020, he put the home on the market for $5.5 million, ultimately finalizing a sale for $5.1 million.

In 2013, Calvin invested $7 million in a property located above the Sunset Strip. After listing the home in February 2016 for just under $10 million, he sold it for $7 million in 2020. This sale resulted in a loss when considering at least $1 million in renovation, repair, and carrying expenses incurred during the ownership period.

In 2014, he purchased a mansion in Beverly Hills for $15 million, featuring 10 bedrooms across various structures and 12 bathrooms in total. The estate boasts 16,300 square feet of living space. Harris initially listed this home for $25 million in February 2022 and took it off the market for a few months before re-listing it at the same price in November 2022. Below is a video tour of the property:

In 2018, Calvin purchased a vacant 2.5-acre lot in Bel-Air for $14 million. Plans to construct an 18,000-square-foot home on this property have been submitted.