Iconic Pop Singers Who Dominated the Charts

Taylor Swift has redefined chart dominance with her knack for crafting catchy pop anthems and profound lyrical narratives. Her consistent presence at the top of the charts and her record-breaking achievements solidify her iconic status in pop music.

• First artist with 5 albums surpassing 8 billion streams on Spotify

• Grossed over $250 million with 'The 1989 World Tour'

• Won 10 Grammy Awards

• Four albums achieved platinum certification

Beyoncé is an undeniable force in pop music, having amassed an impressive number of chart-topping singles and albums throughout her career. Her ability to constantly reinvent herself and release catchy hits has solidified her as an iconic figure who defines chart dominance.

• Master at generating anticipation and excitement

• Uses fashion to showcase Black culture

• Empowers artists of color

• Leverages her silhouette by enhancing it through body-con

Rihanna has established herself as an iconic pop figure thanks to her impressive streak of chart-topping singles, demonstrating an exceptional ability to create catchy and culturally relevant hits.

• Innate talent

• Business acumen

• Is an inspiration

• Looks fabulous in basic sets

Lady Gaga has established herself as an iconic pop figure through her ability to create catchy and visually striking hits that consistently top the charts. Her artistic reinvention and her knack for fusing music, fashion, and performance have kept her relevant and dominant in the music industry for over a decade.

• Sold 5.8 million copies of 'The Fame Monster' in 2010

• Has sold 28 million albums as of April 2015

• Has sold 140 million singles as of April 2015

• Has sold approximately 33.1 million albums in pure sales

Whitney Houston is an iconic pop figure, renowned for her prodigious voice and her ability to craft massive hits that topped the charts. Her impact on pop music is undeniable, with multiple singles and albums reaching the pinnacle of global music charts.

• Upbeat and romantic recordings

• Powerful and moving voice

• Most awarded singer of all time

• Extraordinary voice

Michael Jackson is a central figure in pop music history, renowned for his groundbreaking music videos and unparalleled stage presence. His albums shattered sales records, and his singles dominated the charts for decades, solidifying his status as the King of Pop.

• Pop's biggest star during the 80s

• Singer, songwriter, producer, and dancer

• King of Pop

Britney Spears is an iconic pop figure who redefined the genre in the late 90s and early 2000s. Her numerous number-one singles and multi-platinum albums demonstrate her undeniable chart dominance, solidifying her status as one of the most influential pop artists of all time.

• Free after ending her conservatorship

• Surprised her followers with a new hairstyle

• Returned to golden blonde and cut her hair

Mariah Carey is an iconic figure in pop music, renowned for her impressive vocal range and her ability to craft hits that have topped charts for decades. Her dominance on the charts is evident in the sheer number of number-one singles she has accumulated, setting records and leaving an indelible mark on pop music history.

• Has major hits like Always Be My Baby and Hero

• Has well-known songs like Vision Of Love, Emotions, Dreamlover

Justin Timberlake has solidified his status as a pop icon through his ability to craft catchy and visually striking hits that consistently topped the charts. His successful transition from boy bands to a critically and commercially acclaimed solo career, with genre-defining albums that spawned multiple number-one singles, firmly places him in this ranking.

• Known as the "King of Pop"

• Winner of ten Grammy Awards, seven American Music Awards, three Brit Awards, four Emmy Awards, eleven MTV Video Music Awards

Madonna is an iconic pop figure who has dominated the charts for decades with her constant reinvention and a discography full of global hits. Her ability to blend music, fashion, and activism has solidified her as an unparalleled force in the music industry, maintaining her relevance and her ability to top popularity charts throughout her career.

• Is the best-selling female artist of all time