Billboard Honours Beyoncé as Top Pop Star of the 21st Century
American singer, Beyoncé Knowles has been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard. The prestigious ranking places her at the top, recognizing her extraordinary influence and achievements in the music industry.
Following Beyoncé in second place is Taylor Swift, whose impact on pop and country music has been immense. Billionaire singer Rihanna, hailing from Barbados, claimed the third spot, while Canadian rapper Drake took fourth place.
Lady Gaga rounded out the top five, solidifying her status as one of the most iconic performers of the modern era. Additionally, the list also includes several other highly influential artists, with Britney Spears, Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and British singer Adele completing the top 10. Each of these artists has made significant contributions to shaping contemporary pop music.
Beyoncé’s impressive career is underscored by her record-breaking accomplishments, including being the most-nominated artist in Grammy history with 99 nominations. Additionally, she holds the title of the most-awarded artist at the Grammys, with 32 wins to her name, further cementing her legacy as one of the greatest artists of all time.