American singer, Beyoncé beat Taylor Swift to become the greatest popstar of the 21st century.
The declaration was made by Billboard and is a recognition of her extraordinary contributions to the music industry and beyond.
Taylor Swift secured the second position, while billionaire Barbadian singer Rihanna, Canadian rapper Drake, and Lady Gaga occupied the third, fourth, and fifth spots, respectively.
Britney Spears, Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande and British singer Adele complete the top 10.
Beyoncé is the most-nominated artist in the history of the Grammys with 99 nominations. She is also the most-awarded artist in the history of the Grammys (32).
Her groundbreaking albums, including Dangerously in Love, B’Day, Beyoncé, Lemonade, and Renaissance, have produced countless chart-topping hits.
Beyond music, Beyoncé has left an indelible mark on business and entertainment, cementing her status as a global powerhouse.