Beyoncé named Billboard's No. 1 artist of the 21st century
Beyoncé has officially been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard.
The accolade secures her the No. 1 spot on the site's staff-curated list, celebrating her unparalleled impact on the music industry and popular culture, reports HuffPost.
Beyoncé's journey to superstardom began in the early '90s with the girl group Girl's Tyme.
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She rose to prominence with the R&B powerhouse Destiny's Child, delivering chart-topping hits that cemented her place in the industry. The group's first No. 1 hit, "Bills, Bills, Bills," dominated the Billboard Hot 100 in March 2000, followed shortly by their anthem "Say My Name."
The artist embarked on a solo career in 2003 with her debut album Crazy in Love, featuring the iconic title track that became a cultural phenomenon. Her solo efforts garnered numerous accolades, including being recognised as the Recording Industry Association of America's top-certified artist of the 2010s.
Highlighting her influence, Billboard acknowledged Beyoncé's ability to innovate and adapt across decades, stating: "With her solo bonafides more than established, Bey would spend 2004 doing one more lap around the Billboard charts alongside Kelly and Michelle in Destiny's Child."
