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**Billboard Staff’s Greatest Pop Stars of 2024: No. 7 – Beyoncé**
In the ever-evolving landscape of popular music, one artist consistently defies expectations and pushes the boundaries of what is possible in the genre. At No. 7 on our countdown of the **Greatest Pop Stars of 2024**, it’s no surprise that we’re spotlighting none other than Queen Bey herself, Beyoncé.
With her unparalleled work ethic and unwavering dedication to her craft, Beyoncé has solidified her position as one of the most dominant forces in contemporary pop. Her highly anticipated return to the live stage, set for halftime of the Houston Texans’ Netflix Christmas game against the Baltimore Ravens, is already generating immense buzz among fans worldwide.
As we’ve reported earlier this year, a possible Cowboy Carter tour could be on the horizon, which would undoubtedly break box office records and cement her status as the most in-demand performer. And let’s not forget the long-awaited archival album trilogy, the details of which remain under wraps but are sure to send shockwaves through the industry once revealed.
In a year marked by unprecedented uncertainty and creative risk-taking, Beyoncé has continued to defy expectations and rewire the very fabric of the music landscape. When she does decide to drop that new music, you can bet we’ll be ready for it, along with the millions of devoted fans worldwide who have made her the standard-bearer of this generation.
Stay tuned as we count down the rest of our **Greatest Pop Stars of 2024** and get ready to celebrate the top two artists on our list, coming your way on Monday, December 23rd!
Source: www.billboard.com
