Record-breaking artist crowned top pop icon of the 21st century by billboard
The magazine "Billboard" has published another list that has surprised many internet users. This time, it has selected the 25 biggest pop icons of the 21st century. Who has earned the prestigious first place? I'll reveal that it's not about Taylor Swift...
"Billboard" is one of the most influential music magazines in the world. Initially, it focused on the entertainment industry, but over time, it became synonymous with the music industry. It is best known for creating rankings like the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard 200, which are among the most important indicators of song, album, or artist popularity both in the United States and worldwide.
The magazine also provides information about trends in the music industry, market analyses, and interviews with artists. It is a portal not only for music fans but also for people in the industry who use the data published by "Billboard" to monitor changes in the market.
Who is the biggest pop star of the 21st century?
When hearing "pop star," fans of this music genre often think of Taylor Swift. It's no surprise, as this singer has captivated the minds of many people. The star creates some of the most spectacular shows worldwide. Additionally, she easily sells out the biggest concert halls, and her albums sell like hotcakes. You hear almost daily about her latest achievements or broken popularity records.
The magazine "Billboard" published a list of the 25 biggest pop stars of the 21st century. The choice of the top three spots sparked a lot of controversy. At the very top was Beyoncé. Only after her was Taylor Swift mentioned. Many internet users were also outraged by the third name on the list – Kanye West. He is much more often referred to as a rapper than a pop singer.
Who else made the list
The rest of the list caused as much emotion as the podium. Many internet users questioned, for example, the position of Katy Perry, who was at the very end of the ranking, or Ed Sheeran being in the second to last place. Here's the full list published by the magazine:
- Beyoncé
- Taylor Swift
- Rihanna
- Drake
- Lady Gaga
- Britney Spears
- Kanye West
- Justin Bieber
- Ariana Grande
- Adele
- Usher
- Eminem
- Nicki Minaj
- Justin Timberlake
- Miley Cyrus
- Jay-Z
- Shakira
- The Weeknd
- BTS
- Bruno Mars
- Lil Wayne
- One Direction
- Bad Bunny
- Ed Sheeran
- Katy Perry
