Britney Spears, Taylor Swift make Forbes' 2012 list of Highest-Paid Musicians

8 of 12: Paul McCartney ties for the eighth place spot with $57 million, according to Forbes' list.

The Beatle continues to rock, playing three dozen shows during the scoring period, including a rollicking Grammy performance that included a finale with Dave Grohl and Bruce Springsteen.

(Pictured: Paul McCartney gives an acceptance speech before receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Feb. 9, 2012 - see exclusive details and video. He was the last former band member to receive the honor.) ( Photo / OTRC)