American music icon Beyoncé has been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, recognizing her immense influence and groundbreaking contributions to modern pop music.

Taylor Swift takes second place, thanks to her record-breaking albums and chart-topping hits. Rihanna, the billionaire Barbadian singer and fashion mogul, follows in third, while Canadian rapper Drake secures the fourth spot. Lady Gaga rounds out the top five with her genre-defying artistry.

The top 10 also includes global stars like Britney Spears, Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and British singer Adele, each of whom has played a pivotal role in shaping 21st-century pop music.

Beyoncé’s remarkable career is further underscored by her impressive achievements, including being the most-nominated artist in Grammy history with 99 nominations and the most-awarded artist in the history of the awards, with 32 wins.