Now ur doing too much. Rihanna hasnt released any new music in two years which is probably a good reason as to why she isn't on the list.
While I do think she should be on the list, Adele's last album came out before Rihanna's last album. So that excuse is invalid unless you say Adele had more impact than Rihanna. In addition, Arcade Fire and Kanye's most impactful albums both came out in 2010.
With that being said.
1. Adele - 21 - January 2011
2. Kendrick Lamar - GKMC - October 2012 3. Rihanna - Unapologetic - November 2012
Two albums came out before Rihanna's last album, and Rihanna still had 2 singles last year (Monster & Shakira) and the joint tour with Eminem.
Not sure why she wasn't included, but I don't think lack of new music matter - unless they truly feel that Rihanna is only hot when she releases music.
Another thing. One Direction does NOT belong on this list. Heartthrobs are just that. Getting a bunch of teenage girls to fall in love with you (the only reason they sell out stadiums; anyone with a brain knows it) doesn't define a generation. It's funny when people say certain artists in the list are overrated when One direction is the epitome of no talent, no musicianship, pretty faces packaged and plastered all over to pander to hormonal brats all over the world, sell garbage music, and make money for all who are along for the ride. They are the epitome of dumb luck and overrated. The same goes for most boy bands since New Kids on The Block.
Now ur doing too much. Rihanna hasnt released any new music in two years which is probably a good reason as to why she isn't on the list.
She had a #1 last year and a single with Shakira. But that has nothing to do with her IMPACT. Which would be? 'Cause like I stated, I've been asking what her actual musical impact is but have yet to see an answer. All I get are chart stats.
Beyonce at #1 just because her surprise release strategy? because is clear that for singles, radio Hits, vídeos, streaming, social media, tours, she underperformed.... And i don't hate her, she's nothing for me , like Ciara or other gurl.
Great list. Commercial success plays a role, but it's about time ATRL sees that it doesn't play the only role. There are many legends of yesteryear who never had big sales, but have acclaim and impact, and are thus respected as the legends they are. I.e. Aretha Franklin, Isley Brothers, James Brown, the list goes on .
Kiiiii at all the pressed souls throwing around Surprise release strategy. Before it happened, in their delusional minds they swore she'd flop regardless. It's only an issue with them because success was the result. Of course they'd never let the hive live it down had it gone the other way, the clowns that the haters are. Beyonce had the hype and delivered quality. Unlike some people who had hype, large promo campaigns, and delivered trash.
Beyonce at #1 just because her surprise release strategy? because is clear that for singles, radio Hits, vídeos, streaming, social media, tours, she underperformed.... And i don't hate her, she's nothing for me , like Ciara or other gurl.
Beyonce at #1 just because her surprise release strategy? because is clear that for singles, radio Hits, vídeos, streaming, social media, tours, she underperformed.... And i don't hate her, she's nothing for me , like Ciara or other gurl.
Beyonce has had more impact on pop culture than anyone on this list and today. Beyonce IS your FAVE's FAVE. Her surprise release strategy was more bold and more impactful than anything your fave has ever done in their career. Which the album outsold your faves album without those "hits" and discounts. She's grossed $340 million in a year in TOURING . Topped Forbes with $115M. Call me when yours do it. Til then Beyonce remains The Defining Artist of the 2010s.
I see people in here saying Rih's not on the list because she has no impact.
And that the list is not about success.
Then explain to me why Katy is on the list.
Katy essentially brought back the bubblegum pop movement that was prevalent throughout the beginning of the decade.
Rihanna hasn't really set any trends throughout 2010-2015, but I agree she should've been at least #10.