When it comes to the world of the rich and famous, they definitely play by their own rules! The music industry has cultivated some of the most talented and successful artists, from Celine Dion, Madonna, Paul McCartney all the way to the Queen of Christmas herself, Mariah Carey. While these pop icons might have attained a career spanning decades and decades, it appears as if their legendary status has gotten to their heads.
Mariah Carey is notorious for her diva ways, a persona she has put on ever since being dubbed high maintenance throughout her career. Well, it turns out Mimi isn't the only singer that has a reputation for being majorly extra! While we know actors can be quite difficult on set, pop singers can be just as hard to please. From extremely insane demands, showing up late, to PR disasters, here are 10 pop stars who are famously a pain to work with!
10 Mariah Carey
When it comes to the world of music, there is one singer who has made her mark on the industry! Mariah Carey is best known for her 19 Billboard Hot 100 number one songs, being the Queen of Christmas, and of course, her diva ways! The star is notoriously difficult to work with after becoming known to show up hours late to concerts, photoshoots, and call times, particularly during her time judging on American Idol and her notorious Luxembourg show timing disaster!
While Mariah, who came from nothing, has essentially earned her right to do and act how she pleases, the star definitely amps up the diva attitude mainly to laugh at the wild and exaggerated claims that have been thrown her way throughout her entire career. Mariah made it clear she doesn't see herself as a diva but likes to put on a show for those who constantly poke fun at her high maintenance ways.
9 Madonna
Madonna is yet another pop sensation that has ultimately transformed the industry as we know it! From her jaw-dropping music videos to her countless hit songs, Madonna has also built a reputation of being quite the diva. During a number of appearances, tours, and scheduled events, Madonna has not only shown up hours upon hours late, but has gone as far as demanding custom furniture and specific fabrics, on-call yoga instructors, specific fabrics, fresh toilet seats, and even perfectly picked roses! As if her diva demands weren't enough, Madonna has been known to be quite cold to those she sees "beneath" her, leading her to become the queen of the eye roll!
8 Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber is finding himself at the top of his game, yet again! The star first came to prominence when he was only 15 years old. The singer released his very first single 'One Time', back in 2010 and the rest is history. After skyrocketing to international fame and success, Justin quickly transformed into the typical "bad boy" which led to his reputation taking a major hit.
During this time, the Biebs was not only flakey when it came to appearances, but he had a major tour rider that left many shocked over his diva demands. From aromatic oils, incense sticks, ping pong table and sofa sets, private jacuzzi's and a convoy of "10 luxury sedans and 2 buses," says The Telegraph, it's become clear that working with or for Justin is no walk in the park.
7 Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga has been regarded as one of the hardest working women in music, and rightfully so! While she is certainly a pleasure to work with, Gaga also has her diva ways, many of which come out when she goes on tour. Despite being in the industry for 12 years now, Gaga has earned herself millions upon millions of dollars creating music for those across the globe.
With that much success, it is no surprise that she has gone as far as requesting black satin drapes, lavender-scented towels, and soaps, all the way to demanding a mannequin in every dressing room with, wait for it... pink down-there hair! Although the demands can be a lot, Gaga always finds time to say thank you, making her a diva, but a sweet one at best!
6 Katy Perry
Katy Perry is known for being light-hearted and funny, or at least that is what many of her fans think of her! The star appears as a judge on American Idol, where she receives a whopping $25 million per season, yes, you read that right, $25 million! Well, despite her "down to Earth" persona, Katy has been labeled as a "crazy diva" and it's all due to her rider demands when going on tour.
According to AZ Central, Perry required at least two rooms filled with pink, white, and purple flowers, all while making it clear that she wants "absolutely no carnations" anywhere. It's also been reported that no one is allowed to talk to or make eye contact with Katy; "We've been told that staff mustn't speak to her, especially to ask for a photo or an autograph," an insider revealed.
5 Paul McCartney
Sir Paul McCartney is easily one of the most famous musicians alive! The star conquered the industry as both a member of the iconic British band, The Beatles, and as a solo artist. Despite him being known in the businesses as a very down to earth guy, Paul can also be a bit of a diva himself! The star requires an endless list of rider demands for when he tours or makes appearances, which includes no leather seats, lots of plants, but no trees, and 24 bars of Ivory Soap. While this may seem like a lot to handle, McCartney is worth a whopping $1.2 billion, so it's his way or the highway!
4 Britney Spears
Britney Spears is the princess of pop for a reason, however, during the singer's prime, she wasn't all that easy to work with. Britney has sold over 100 million records and essentially defined the 2000s, however, for the end of that decade, Britney was showing up late, and with an entourage of security and bodyguards. While this was not an easy situation to navigate, it was Spears' mental health that took the biggest hit, leading to her becoming notoriously difficult to work with. Things took such a turn for Britney that she has been in a conservatorship since 2008, leaving her career in the hands of her father, Jamie Spears.
3 Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj may have taken a step back from the music industry to focus on motherhood, but the star certainly left her mark. Minaj, who has come out with an array of hit songs, including Superbass, Anaconda, and Monster, to name a few, has definitely had a few diva moments herself.
The star notoriously flipped out during her time on American Idol, and while Mariah's presence didn't help, Nicki is known for not always being on time and having quite the attitude when she "doesn't know you like that." Despite her edge, Nicki remains the queen of rap, and her high maintenance ways change none of that!
2 Celine Dion
Celine Dion is no stranger to the industry. The singer has been killing the game since her debut back in the late 80s. With hit songs such as Alive, Because You Loved Me, and My Heart Will Go On, to name a few, it's become clear that Celine is without a doubt one of the best selling acts of all time. Despite her achievements, the singer is also quite difficult to work with.
While she may be used to getting her way in Las Vegas, it seems as if her demands don't sit well everywhere she goes. Dion required rooms to be precisely set to "73 degrees and that parking arrangements be made for her and her entire tour entourage," says Insider. The Quebec-born singer also has a lot of demands for her choir and children who accompany her on tour, making things all that more difficult for those checking off those to-do lists!
1 Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez might sing about still being Jenny from the block, however, she certainly has her moments. The star is worth $400 million and what JLo wants, JLo gets! From requiring a full-time glam squad and glam room while touring, Jennifer is also known for being "incredibly impatient". According to the YouTube channel, Carly & Erin, Lopez stormed away mid-interview after music began playing over the speakers. Jennifer is allegedly notorious for wanting things a certain way at all times, which certainly does not make working with her a breeze!