What was Eric Carmen's Net Worth?
Eric Carmen was an accomplished American singer, songwriter, and musician with a net worth of $5 million at the time of his death. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, in August 1949, he passed away in March 2024 at the age of 74.
Eric Carmen is best remembered as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of the power pop band The Raspberries, and for his successful solo career. His musical talent and influential work have left an indelible mark on the music industry.
The Raspberries
In 1970, Carmen co-founded The Raspberries with Cleveland musicians Wally Bryson, David Smalley, and Jim Bonfanti. Known for their energetic live performances and catchy songs, The Raspberries released four studio albums. Their hit single, "Go All the Way," sold over a million copies. The band's pioneering contributions to the power pop style earned them fans like Ringo Starr and Courtney Love.
Eric Carmen of The Raspberries (Photo by Bobby Bank/WireImage)
Solo Career
After The Raspberries disbanded, Eric Carmen embarked on a solo career. His self-titled debut solo album, released in 1975, climbed to #21 on the charts and included hit singles like "All By Myself" and "Never Gonna Fall in Love Again." Both songs achieved #1 status on several charts. Other notable hits from his solo career include "She Did It," "Make Me Lose Control," and "Hungry Eyes." In addition to his performances, Carmen composed songs for artists like Shaun Cassidy, Olivia Newton-John, Celine Dion, and Diana Ross.
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Early Life
Eric Carmen was born in Cleveland, Ohio, where he developed a passion for music early on. Starting piano lessons at the age of six, he later learned guitar and bass. Influenced by classical music and rock and roll, Carmen was inspired by The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Rachmaninoff, and Tchaikovsky. He attended John Marshall High School, where he participated in various musical activities and formed his first band, The Fugitives.
Personal Life & Death
Eric Carmen was married three times and had two children. On March 11, 2024, his wife Amy announced that he had died peacefully in his sleep at 74. Carmen spent much of his life in Ohio, and in December 2020, he purchased a home in Gates Mills, Ohio, for $845,000, situated on 4.5 acres of lush grounds.
