When it comes to income sources, Lily Allen is embracing a unique side hustle that’s surprisingly more lucrative than her music streaming royalties. The British singer-songwriter recently shared that she earns more from her OnlyFans account—where she sells photos of her feet—than from her nearly 8 million monthly listeners on Spotify. In a statement shared on X, she reflected on the irony of her current earnings, saying, “Imagine being an artist and having nearly 8 million monthly listeners on Spotify but earning more money from having 1,000 people subscribe to pictures of your feet.”
Allen’s comment came as a response to a fan’s criticism on social media. A user remarked on her OnlyFans venture, saying it was disappointing to see a major pop star “reduced to this.” True to her witty and bold personality, the singer replied, “Don’t hate the player, hate the game.” Allen’s openness about her unconventional earnings highlights both the power of social media and the challenges artists face in a world where streaming royalties often fall short of expectations.
With a $10 monthly subscription on OnlyFans, Allen is reportedly earning around $10,000 per month just from this platform. This revenue outpaces the amount she makes from Spotify, where her daily stream count, according to the Music Streaming Royalty Calculator, would amount to approximately $4,077. Due to complex royalty distribution models on platforms like Spotify, only a fraction of that amount ends up in the artist’s hands.
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Allen’s decision to venture into feet photography was sparked in part by her popularity on WikiFeet, a fan site that ranks celebrity feet. After learning about her high rating, she discussed the potential of monetizing this niche interest on her Miss Me? podcast. Encouraged by her nail technician and supportive husband, Stranger Things star David Harbour, Allen took the leap into OnlyFans, describing the venture as empowering in a playful way. As she puts it, there’s something “slightly kinky” in the power dynamics of the setup, though she clarified it’s not a kink for her.
In an evolving digital landscape, Allen’s new revenue stream reflects a broader shift in how artists leverage their personal brands, particularly when traditional income avenues offer limited returns. Whether audiences agree with her approach or not, Allen’s entrepreneurial spirit certainly keeps her in the spotlight—and the bank.
