Billboard ranked Beyoncé as the greatest pop star of the 21st century, with Taylor Swift coming in second.
Many Swifties were upset by this, feeling that Swift deserved the top spot due to her record-breaking achievements, including filling all ten spots on the Billboard Top 100 twice and grossing over a billion dollars with her Eras Tour.
Some fans argued that Beyoncé’s impact spans a longer period, having been influential since the late ’90s, while Swift rose to prominence later.
However, supporters of Beyoncé defended her ranking, highlighting her lasting cultural impact and innovation.
Billboard explained that while Swift leads in sales and touring, Beyoncé was chosen for her 25 years of influence and evolution.
