I love her, but no. It doesn't make her less of an icon or a legitimate talented artist.
It's that Michael and Madonna had much longer careers; and their performances, music and outfits played crucial roles on pop culture in a different decade. A world much less open culturally.
Michael in particular was a perfectionist and believed in spreading love through music and charity. His music reflected that spirit. That kind of musicianship will never be replicated again. Hard as any artist tries to inspire to MJ/Madonna's level, they will always fall short because times have changed and the impact has made its mark. Not because they failed for any reason.
even madonna calls beyonce Queen B... so clearly yessss!
Not to mention, she attended the MCWT, its rare to see Madonna at any pop girl's concert. Madonna knows Bey is the only female artist close to her level of impact, star power, success and wait for it, longevity.
Not yet, but she will be. And about Britney, she will be less remembered than some of the ATRL users like to think, and she will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. Bookmark me, 2030 ATRL members
She is a great performer. But no way in hell. She lacks the hits and the iconicness
she has 9 #1s hits and a dozen of other Top 10. at least 4 classic songs, at least One Iconic music video, one iconic pregnancy, a whole iconic touring career, an iconic body, an iconic bank account, an iconic marriage. I wonder if any of your faves can come close. at least she's the closest to Madonna/Mchael. Your faves are still trying to catch on Janet.*