Here's my top ten picks
10. Ne-Yo
He is a true triple threat Singer/Songwriter/Dancer. His music not only has been successful but critically acclaimed, along with being a great performer. Being able to sing, and actually helping write #1 worldwide hits such as Irraplaceable and Give Me Everything.
9. Christina Aguilera
Despite debuting as a teeny bopper, Christina has reinvented herself into a rebel with a message to a throwback soulstress to a futuristic pop diva. Through all these reinvetions she has remained a household name and has been successful. Also gifted with what many consider one of the greatest voices of all time.It would be silly to not think she would be a future legend.
8. Alicia Keys
Debuting with the blockbuster album Songs In A Minor which mixed the sound of classic r&b with a touch of hip hop, Alicia has been one of the most sccessful artists of this generation. Selling ove 30 Million Albums alone, and being well known for her songwriting and piano skills. Has left her heavily respected without having to take her clothes off.
7. Shakira
Picking up were Gloria Estefan left off, Shakira has become a forced to reckon with both in the spanish and american music worlds. Armed with a unique voice and being an amazing belly dancer, it's no wonder Shakira has sold over 60 million worldwide. And currentlly has in her discography when of the biggest songs of the 2000's, "Hip's Don't Lie".
6. Usher
Though only in his early 30' Usher has influenced today's heavy hitters because of his dancing and singing skills. As well as his r&b gems that ruled the charts, defying the odds Usher went diamond and sold 20 million worldwide with Confessions. Despite around that time album sale dropping, when R&B faded in the late 2000's. This did not halt Usher's success and he has reinvented himself crafting hit and nice pop songs.
5. Lil Wayne
No one would have predicted back when he started with the Hot Boyz, Lil Wayne would be one of the biggest and most influential rappers in Hip Hop currently. With his own unique style of rapping and swag, Lil Wayne has influenced a huge amount of male rappers. Leading him respect and acclaim from critics to hip hop fans.
4. Kanye West
Considered a musical genius for his creativity from producing songs to creating his own videos. Kanye came out at a time when gangsta hip hop dominated not only the charts but the hip hop scene. Not having this sound or image did not deter his success, but if anything brought him more success and critical acclaim. With his albums being heralded as modern day classics. His influence is also notable as his experimentation with auto tune, his own rapping style, and vulnerability when it comes to his music. Has changed hip hop and influenced a new generation.
3. Beyonce
Destined for solo success due to being the lead and most memorable singer from the girl group Destiny's Child. Throughout the years Beyonce has remained one of the biggest female muscicians and universal sex symbols. Also being a great performer and great vocalist only adds to the building legacy that is Beyonce. Also othe rnotable things Beyonce has done was sing iconic songs and introducing one of the biggest dance crazes of the millennium.
2. Eminem
Breaking boundaries and defying stereotypes Eminem soon became the biggest and most critically acclaimed white hip hop artist of all time. Lyrically wise Eminem has remained throughout the years one of the best, delivering great puns without becoming corny. Rapping about topics of his hardships throughout his life and letting his brutal imagination run wild has lead Eminem controversy and love. Who cannot forget that Eminem has solidfied and popularized the word Stan because of his signature song title.
1. Britney Spears
It's Britney Bitch. It's easy to see why Britney will most definitly become a future legend. Having iconic performances that has intrigued and shocked the world. To iconic songs and videos that ppl of all backgrounds know. Debuting with massive success has lead to other artists following her blueprint. Transforming from America's Sweetheart to Sexy Pop Diva hasn't halted her success. Sadly having a memorable and shocking mental breakdown changed her image forever, but Brit cam back strong. And is still slaying effortlessly, having now sold 100 million records and being an influential pop culture icon, Brit will forever be remembered as a part of music history.
