In a historic move for the music industry, Britney Spears has officially offloaded her massive library of hits. The "Princess of Pop" finalized a "landmark" deal with the independent publishing giant Primary Wave, marking a significant new chapter in her storied career.
The transaction, which was completed on December 30, 2025, signals a growing trend of legendary artists cashing in on their life's work for immediate, multi-million dollar payouts.
Inside the Multi-Million Dollar Deal
While the exact financials of the contract remain confidential, industry insiders suggest the valuation is on par with Justin Bieber’s 2023 sale to Hipgnosis Songs Capital, which was valued at approximately $200 million.
Primary Wave is now the custodian of a catalogue that essentially defined the late 90s and early 2000s pop landscape. The acquisition includes:
Early Anthems: "...Baby One More Time," "Oops!... I Did It Again," and "Sometimes."
Club Classics: "Toxic," "Gimme More," "Womanizer," and "Till The World Ends."
Emotional Ballads: "Everytime," "Lucky," and "Don’t Let Me Be the Last to Know."
Cultural Staples: "I’m a Slave 4 U," "Stronger," and "Piece of Me."
Why Are Artists Selling Their Rights?
Britney, now 44, joins a prestigious roster of musicians who have opted for high-value catalogue sales. This list includes Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Shakira, and Justin Timberlake.
For artists, these deals provide financial security and estate planning, while for companies like Primary Wave, these songs represent "evergreen" assets that continue to generate revenue through streaming, film syncs, and radio play.
Who is Primary Wave?
Primary Wave has become a dominant force in music rights management. By acquiring Britney's stake, they add her name to a legendary portfolio that already includes the estates of:
Whitney Houston
Prince
The Notorious B.I.G.
James Brown
