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What Is Lita Ford’s Net Worth?
Lita Ford, the British-born American rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter, has accumulated a net worth of $4 million throughout her extensive career. This wealth is primarily attributed to her success as a solo artist and her earlier contributions as a member of the groundbreaking all-female rock band, The Runaways.
Early Career and The Runaways
Lita Ford’s musical journey began in London, England, on September 19, 1958. Her family relocated to Long Beach, California, during her childhood. Inspired by Ritchie Blackmore of Deep Purple, she started playing guitar at the age of 11. In 1975, at the age of 16, Ford’s talent caught the attention of record producer Kim Fowley, who invited her to join The Runaways.
The Runaways signed with Mercury Records in 1976, releasing their self-titled debut album in March of the same year. “The Runaways” peaked at #194 on the Billboard 200 chart and #31 on the Australian Kent Music Report. The album’s single, “Cherry Bomb” / “Blackmail,” reached #6 on the Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart and #57 on the Australian Kent Music Report. The song “Cherry Bomb” has maintained popularity, reaching #52 on VH1’s list of the “100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs.” The Runaways released other albums like “Queens of Noise” (1977), which peaked at #172 on the Billboard 200, and “Waitin’ for the Night” (1977), before disbanding in 1979.
Solo Career: Albums and Singles
After The Runaways disbanded, Lita Ford embarked on a solo career, signing with Mercury Records in 1982. Her debut solo album, “Out for Blood,” was released in 1983. It did not chart significantly, but it established her presence as a solo artist in the rock scene.
Ford’s second album, “Dancin’ on the Edge,” released in 1984, reached #66 on the Billboard 200 chart and #96 on the UK Albums Chart. This album helped build her fanbase and set the stage for her later success.
In 1988, with Sharon Osbourne as her manager, Lita Ford released her self-titled album, “Lita.” This album became her most commercially successful, achieving Platinum certification in the United States and Gold certification in Canada. “Lita” peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant milestone in her career.
The album “Lita” spawned several successful singles. “Kiss Me Deadly” charted in multiple countries, increasing Lita’s international exposure. “Back to the Cave” reached #22 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, and “Falling in and Out of Love” peaked at #37 on the same chart. The most notable single from the album was “Close My Eyes Forever,” a duet with Ozzy Osbourne. This single reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, #25 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart, #14 on the Swedish Sverigetopplistan chart, and #16 on New Zealand’s Recorded Music NZ chart. “Close My Eyes Forever” achieved Gold certification in the United States.
Following the success of “Lita,” she released the albums “Stiletto” (1990) and “Dangerous Curves” (1991). “Stiletto” charted in six countries, further solidifying her international appeal. “Dangerous Curves” charted in both the U.S. and the U.K. The single “Shot of Poison” from “Dangerous Curves” earned a Grammy nomination and reached #45 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
After “Black” (1995), Ford took a hiatus from releasing albums to focus on raising her children. She returned to the music scene in 2009 with “Wicked Wonderland,” which reached #38 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart. Her most recent studio album, “Living Like a Runaway,” was released in 2012.
Other Ventures and Recognition
Lita Ford has also explored opportunities outside of recording and performing music. She appeared in the 1991 film “Highway to Hell.” Additionally, she made guest appearances on television shows such as “Howie” (1992), “Herman’s Head” (1993), and “Big Time Rush” (2011). These appearances contributed to her overall visibility and recognition.
In 2016, Lita Ford published her autobiography, “Living Like a Runaway: A Memoir.” In 2018, she launched Lita Ford Guitars, expanding her presence into the musical instrument market.
In 2014, “Guitar Player” magazine presented Lita Ford with The Certified Legend Award, acknowledging her significant contributions to rock music. She received Grammy nominations for Best Rock Vocal Performance, Female for the 1984 album “Dancin’ on the Edge” and the 1991 single “Shot of Poison.” In 1988, she earned an MTV Video Music Award nomination for Best Female Video for “Lita Ford: Kiss Me Deadly.” These awards and nominations recognize her achievements and influence in the music industry.
