Taylor Swift fans, affectionately known as #Swifties, are celebrating after their favorite artist claimed the top spot on Billboard’s Top Artists of the 21st Century chart. The announcement comes just weeks after some fans expressed frustration when Beyoncé was named Billboard’s “Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century” in a ranking that considered broader factors such as impact, influence, and cultural significance.
This latest Billboard tally, unveiled on January 8, takes a different approach by focusing purely on chart performance. Spanning from the year 2000 to the end of 2024, the ranking highlights artists’ achievements on the Billboard 200 albums chart and the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. Taylor Swift’s dominance in these metrics has placed her firmly at the top, much to the delight of her loyal fanbase.
Swift’s numbers are staggering and speak to her unparalleled success over the years. She has achieved 14 No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200, 12 No. 1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, and 59 top 10 entries across her career. Additionally, her total chart placements amount to an incredible 264—the highest figure for any female artist in history. These accomplishments underscore her staying power and ability to consistently dominate the music scene.
Fans quickly took to social media to celebrate the news, expressing their joy and admiration for Swift’s relentless work ethic and genre-crossing artistry. Many commended Billboard for “putting Taylor back where she belongs” at the top of the list.
The complete top 10 list of Billboard’s Top Artists of the 21st Century features other prominent names in modern music who have defined the sound of the past two decades. Joining Swift on the list are Drake, Rihanna, Post Malone, Eminem, The Weeknd, Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, and Usher.
Unlike the earlier “Greatest Pop Star of the 21st Century” ranking, which weighed cultural and artistic influence alongside commercial success, this new list is a direct measure of longevity and dominance on the charts. For Swift, this latest recognition is another milestone in a career that continues to break records and capture the hearts of fans worldwide.
As #Swifties celebrate this historic achievement, it’s clear that Taylor Swift’s journey to the top has been a testament to her artistry, resilience, and ability to thrive in an ever-changing music industry.
