Patty Smyth Net Worth

What is Patty Smyth's net worth?

Patty Smyth, not to be confused with Patti Smith, is an American singer and songwriter who has a net worth of $100 million. That is a combined net worth with her husband, John McEnroe.

best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Scandal and for her successful solo career that spanned multiple decades. Rising to fame in the early 1980s, Smyth's powerful voice and charismatic stage presence helped make songs like "The Warrior" enduring hits. After leaving Scandal, she carved out her own identity as a solo artist, scoring chart success with tracks such as "Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough," a duet with Don Henley that became a signature ballad of the early 1990s. Over the years, Smyth balanced commercial recognition with critical respect, becoming known not just for her distinctive vocals but also for her songwriting. While her recording output slowed later in her career, her influence on rock and pop remains significant.

Early Life

Patricia Smyth was born in New York City and grew up in the Queens neighborhood of Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn. She was drawn to music from an early age, performing in clubs and working odd jobs before breaking into the professional scene. Inspired by rock and pop artists of the 1960s and 1970s, Smyth developed a bold singing style that would later distinguish her from other female vocalists of her generation.

Scandal

In 1981, Smyth joined the newly formed rock band Scandal as its lead singer. The group quickly attracted attention, releasing a self-titled EP in 1982 that featured the hit single "Goodbye to You." With Smyth at the front, Scandal became one of the most talked-about rock acts of the early 1980s. Their 1984 album "Warrior" produced the chart-topping title track, which became both the band's and Smyth's biggest hit.

Despite their early success, Scandal struggled with internal tensions and management issues. By 1985, the band had dissolved, leaving Smyth at a professional crossroads. However, her voice and charisma had made her a recognizable figure in the industry, and she was well-positioned to embark on a solo career.

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Solo Career

Following Scandal's breakup, Smyth was invited to replace David Lee Roth as the lead singer of Van Halen, but she declined the offer, citing lifestyle differences. Instead, she focused on launching her solo career. In 1987, she released her debut solo album "Never Enough," which included the moderately successful title track.

Her biggest solo breakthrough came in 1992 with the release of her second self-titled album, "Patty Smyth." The record featured the hit single "Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough," a duet with Don Henley of the Eagles. The song reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified gold, solidifying Smyth as a solo artist capable of mainstream success.

Though her recording pace slowed after the 1990s, Smyth remained active in the music world. In 2004, she reunited with Scandal for a VH1 "Bands Reunited" special and later toured with the group. In 2020, she released the album "It's About Time," her first collection of original material in decades, which was praised for its heartfelt songwriting and mature perspective.

Personal Life

In her personal life, Smyth has been married to tennis legend John McEnroe since 1997. The couple has two daughters together, and Smyth also has a daughter from a previous relationship. She has balanced her music career with raising her family, often stepping back from the industry at various points to focus on home life.

Real Estate

John and Patty own several valuable homes in Malibu. In 2013, they bought a ranch-style home for $3.35 million, and in 2015, they paid $21 million for an oceanfront home in Malibu's exclusive Paradise Cove. McEnroe and Smyth own around $50 million worth of real estate in Los Angeles, and John previously owned Johnny Carson's Malibu home on Carbon Beach. In 1999, they spent $4.2 million on a two-acre estate in Southampton, New York, and John has owned a Manhattan art gallery since 1993.

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