Billboard names Beyoncé the greatest pop star of the 21st century
Beyoncé Named Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century by Billboard
Billboard has crowned Beyoncé as the greatest pop star of the 21st century, the music charting site announced on Tuesday as part of an ongoing series. The accolade recognizes Beyoncé’s immense influence, impact, and evolution over the past 25 years, cementing her legacy as the defining pop artist of the era.
Beyoncé tops our staff-chosen editorial list based on her full 25 years of influence, impact, and evolution, wrote Billboard’s Andrew Unterberger. The publication praised the record-breaking Grammy winner as a performer and creator whose commitment to innovation, evolution, and all-around excellence has made her the bar against which all other pop stars this century have long been measured.
Beyoncé’s achievements speak volumes about her enduring dominance in music and culture. With 32 Grammy wins, she holds the record for the most Grammy awards ever earned by an artist. Her success is set to continue, with 11 nominations for her 2024 album Cowboy Carter, making her a favorite to win even more trophies at the upcoming Grammy Awards in January.
Beyond her awards, Beyoncé boasts an impressive Billboard chart history. She has nine No. 1 songs and 24 top 10 hits on the Hot 100. Her solo albums have been equally successful, with eight claiming the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 chart. Her ascent began with her 2003 debut solo album Dangerously in Love, following her dominance as a member of the iconic girl group Destiny’s Child. In total, 11 of Beyoncé’s solo albums have charted in Billboard’s top 10, further solidifying her status as a music powerhouse.
Since August, Billboard has been unveiling its top 25 pop artists of the last 25 years, ranking those who have most defined pop stardom and exemplified pop greatness. Beyoncé leads the list, followed by Taylor Swift at No. 2 and Rihanna at No. 3. Adele, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Kanye West, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, and Drake round out the top 10.
Other notable names on the list include Katy Perry at No. 25, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, One Direction, Miley Cyrus, Eminem, Usher, and more.
Beyoncé’s unparalleled influence, groundbreaking artistry, and relentless pursuit of excellence ensure her place not only atop this list but also in the pantheon of music legends.
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