Toby Keith: Songwriter, Bar Owner, Tour Wanderlust; 'Beer For My Horses' Singer Wealthiest Man In Country Music

Toby Keith is a man who loves beer about as much as he enjoys working hard. He never seems to gloat about his success, however.

It turns out Keith is the wealthiest man in country music right now according to Forbes. The magazine also gives Keith credit as one of the most influential celebrities out there today.

Over the last year the "I Love This Bar" artist has made about $65 million. That should cover the gas in his tour bus at least... Toby Keith has made a ballpark of $500 million dollars so far in the span of his career.

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— Forbes (@Forbes) June 26, 2013

According to Forbes, Taylor Swift is behind Keith, making almost $55 million last year.

The singer has been touring around lately with an inflatable bar. (One of the coolest additions to a concert we have seen) This is right on stride with how Toby Keith has made a lot of his money as it were.

Toby Keith owns a chain of self-named restaurants and bars. They have a fun environment, and if you would like to check them out you can visit this website.

The prices are not super cheap, but they aren't too expensive either. Middle of the road mostly, and it depends on which location you visit as well. He has them all over the country, so chances are there are some at least semi-near you!

Toby Keith has gone from an artist who sings mostly serious songs, to one who provides the audience a well balanced diet of funny, sad, happy, and fun. All in all, Keith keeps his fans' ears and bellies full and it would seem he is being compensated well for the services he provides.