$112.14M
Music Industry Contribution to state GDP
Stephen Siwek/Economists Inc.1,887
Jobs Supported
Stephen Siwek/Economists Inc.204
Music Businesses
Stephen Siwek/Economists Inc.A2IM/RIAA
988
Royalty Recipients
SoundExchange11,146
Songwriters
ASCAP/BMIAs birthplace of Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, John Lee Hooker, and B.B. King,
it is no wonder that Mississippi is known as home of the blues. But the state, where music remains a proud tradition, has also produced breakout stars in other genres, including Elvis Presley, Faith Hill, and Jimmy Buffett.

Some
Notable
Musicians
- 3 Doors Down
- B.B. King
- Elvis Presley
- Faith Hill
- Jimmy Buffett
- LeAnn Rimes
- Rick Ross
- Robert Johnson