Completely agree that it could have gone either way but I think it makes more sense for Beyonce to be #1 given the influence she has had over the entire 21st century. If we were talking 2010s-current, then I could see a stronger argument for Taylor. Anyway, I am also a reputation girlie just waiting on the rep tv announcement. 🤞🏻
Hey KJ, I completely agree with you that Beyonce or Taylor would have been a valid number one, and I say this as a Swiftie! Aside from the scope of Taylor's success and her top-tier writing, I think the influence she's had on the industry also would be a point in her favour (i.e., her impact on artist royalties in streaming and contracts). However, Beyonce's artistry, longevity, and cultural impact is undeniable. Truly two kick-ass women at the top of their game. I think more attention should be on how the top three are talented women and less on pitting said women against each other. You mentioned only knowing Cynthia Ervivo from smaller roles - does that mean you haven't seen Harriet??? It's a 2019 biopic of Harriet Tubman, and she plays the lead! She's also on the soundtrack!
Taylor did not really blow up until 2009 while Beyonce was well known and all over the charts with TLC in 2000. Honestly, I am tired of Stan wars and the need to tear other artists down to make yours look better.
Completely agree that it could have gone either way but I think it makes more sense for Beyonce to be #1 given the influence she has had over the entire 21st century. If we were talking 2010s-current, then I could see a stronger argument for Taylor. Anyway, I am also a reputation girlie just waiting on the rep tv announcement. 🤞🏻
Hey KJ, I completely agree with you that Beyonce or Taylor would have been a valid number one, and I say this as a Swiftie! Aside from the scope of Taylor's success and her top-tier writing, I think the influence she's had on the industry also would be a point in her favour (i.e., her impact on artist royalties in streaming and contracts). However, Beyonce's artistry, longevity, and cultural impact is undeniable. Truly two kick-ass women at the top of their game. I think more attention should be on how the top three are talented women and less on pitting said women against each other.
You mentioned only knowing Cynthia Ervivo from smaller roles - does that mean you haven't seen Harriet??? It's a 2019 biopic of Harriet Tubman, and she plays the lead! She's also on the soundtrack!
Yes I didn’t see Harriet, though I am familiar with the song!
Taylor did not really blow up until 2009 while Beyonce was well known and all over the charts with TLC in 2000. Honestly, I am tired of Stan wars and the need to tear other artists down to make yours look better.
Beyoncé was in Destiny’s Child :) But I agree the Stan wars are silly - both artists are fantastic
@@iamkjmiller Woops. You are right. 😍