Taylor Swift Named the Second Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century by Billboard
Taylor Swift has secured her spot as the second greatest pop star of the 21st century, according to a recent ranking by Billboard. The announcement highlights Swift’s incredible influence on the music industry, as well as her lasting popularity among fans worldwide.
Billboard’s list, released on November 26, celebrates the top pop icons of the past 25 years. The artist ranked number one is yet to be revealed, with the final announcement set for next week. However, Swift’s achievement as the runner-up reflects her significant contributions to pop music, with the magazine noting how she has elevated pop stardom to unprecedented heights.
This recognition comes shortly after Swift was named the richest female musician in the world. According to Forbes, her net worth is estimated at $1.6 billion. This impressive wealth includes nearly $600 million from royalties and touring and a music catalog valued at another $600 million. Additionally, her real estate holdings amount to approximately $125 million. Swift made history in October 2024 by becoming the first musician to reach billionaire status primarily from her music.
Beyond her financial success, Taylor Swift’s accomplishments include winning 14 Grammy Awards and making history in 2022 with her album Midnights. She became the first artist to occupy all top ten positions on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 2023, she was also named Spotify’s most streamed artist, further cementing her status in the music world.
The Billboard list also features other notable artists. Rihanna takes the third spot, followed by Drake in fourth, and Lady Gaga in fifth. Britney Spears, Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Adele, and Usher round out the top ten, securing the sixth through tenth positions, respectively.
As for the number one spot, many media outlets are speculating that Beyoncé is likely to take the top ranking, making for an exciting finish to the list.
