Beyoncé Named Greatest Pop Star by Billboard

Billboard has named Beyoncé the 'Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century', sparking significant backlash from Taylor Swift's fans, who feel Swift deserved the top spot due to her impressive statistics and recent achievements, including her record-breaking Eras Tour. Billboard justified its ranking by highlighting Beyoncé's 25 years of influence, artistry, and cultural significance, which they argue gives her an edge over Swift, despite the latter having higher album sales and streaming numbers. The publication's writer, Andrew Unterberger, noted that while Swift is the biggest pop star by the numbers, Beyoncé's extensive body of work and impact on the music industry solidified her position. Swift's supporters have expressed their frustration online, claiming that her recent contributions outweigh Beyoncé's longer career. Meanwhile, Beyoncé's fans, known as the Beyhive, defended her legacy and influence in the industry. The debate continues to highlight the subjective nature of determining 'greatness' in pop music.