Wondering if Taylor Swift could break new records at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards? With a staggering 16 nominations this year, the global superstar is once again at the center of the music world, sparking conversations about her continued dominance.

Billboard has been slowly drip-feeding audiences with their countdown of great popstars, starting with Katy Perry back in August who came in at number 25. The rankings are decided by the Billboard team and aren’t just about the charts and record sales. The rankings take into account the cultural impact the artist has had on society.