Beyoncé Crowned Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century by Billboard

Beyoncé has added another prestigious title to her already impressive list of accolades. The global icon has been named the Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century by Billboard, a distinction that further solidifies her legendary status in the music industry.

After months of unveiling rankings, Billboard made the announcement on Tuesday, placing Beyoncé in the top spot of its list of the 25 greatest pop stars. The magazine emphasized that Beyoncé’s impact on music and pop culture was undeniable. They highlighted her unmatched 25 years of chart-topping albums and singles, her transformative influence on the industry, and her extraordinary talents as both a singer and a performer. Above all, her ability to create iconic moments—unique pieces of pop culture—was a key reason for her number one ranking.

Beyoncé’s career began in the late 1990s as a member of Destiny’s Child, one of the best-selling girl groups in history. She launched her solo career in 2003 with Dangerously in Love, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 200, and has since released several successful albums. Her continued reign as one of the best-selling artists of all time has earned her a slew of accolades, including being named artist of the decade in the 2000s and 2010s by various outlets.

Aside from her musical accomplishments, Beyoncé has ventured into fashion, culture, and philanthropy, constantly redefining what it means to be a pop star. In addition to being the most-decorated Grammy artist in history, she recently broke records with her album Cowboy Carter, a game-changer for Black country music and its cultural significance.

Beyoncé's immense influence is evident in her place at the top of Billboard's list, which also features other major stars such as Taylor Swift (No. 2), Rihanna (No. 3), and Drake (No. 4). Despite the fierce competition, it’s clear that Beyoncé’s legacy continues to set the standard for pop stardom in the 21st century.

Billboard’s Full Ranking of the Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century:

1. Beyoncé
2. Taylor Swift
3. Rihanna
4. Drake
5. Lady Gaga
6. Britney Spears
7. Kanye West
8. Justin Bieber
9. Ariana Grande
10. Adele
11. Usher
12. Eminem
13. Nicki Minaj
14. Justin Timberlake
15. Miley Cyrus
16. Jay-Z
17. Shakira
18. The Weeknd
19. BTS
20. Bruno Mars
21. Lil Wayne
22. One Direction
23. Bad Bunny
24. Ed Sheeran
25. Katy Perry