Based on available sales data, two artists have sold more songs than Elvis Presley: The Beatles and Michael Jackson. Elvis Presley is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with immense global success throughout his career.
While Elvis Presley's impressive total sales stand at 323,702,000 Equivalent Album Sales (EAS), several other iconic musicians have surpassed this figure in total career sales.
Artists Who Outsold Elvis Presley
The following artists have demonstrated higher total sales figures, solidifying their positions among the top-selling musicians globally:
Artist | Total Equivalent Album Sales (EAS) |
---|---|
The Beatles | 518,707,000 |
Michael Jackson | 343,559,000 |
Elvis Presley | 323,702,000 |
Queen | 285,793,000 |
As illustrated in the table, The Beatles lead with the highest sales, followed by Michael Jackson, both surpassing Elvis Presley's figures. The landscape of music sales is constantly evolving, with metrics attempting to standardize sales across various formats like physical albums, digital downloads, and streaming, reflecting the lasting impact of these legendary artists on the music industry. For more comprehensive details on the best-selling artists across history, various music industry sources compile and update these figures regularly.