In a recent announcement by the IFPI (International Federation of the Phonographic Industry), Taylor Swift has been crowned the biggest musical artist in the world for the year 2023. This marks the fourth time that the talented singer-songwriter has claimed the top spot on this prestigious global list, making her the first artist to achieve this feat.
Swift's dominance in 2023 can be attributed to the continued success of her album 'Midnights,' which was released in late 2022 but continued to perform exceptionally well throughout the year. Additionally, the release of re-recordings such as 'Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)' and '1989 (Taylor’s Version)' further solidified her position at the forefront of the music industry.
One of Swift's standout achievements in 2023 was the success of her single 'Cruel Summer,' which originally appeared on a previous album but garnered significant commercial success when promoted as a standalone track.
Following closely behind Swift in the rankings is the South Korean boy band Seventeen, known for their global popularity and influence. Stray Kids, another South Korean group, secured the third spot on the list, bolstered by the success of their albums in the American market.
Rounding out the top five are Canadian artists Drake and The Weeknd, showcasing the diversity of talent represented in the IFPI's global ranking. Notably, artists from South Korea and the United States collectively occupy the majority of spots in the top 10, underscoring their widespread appeal and impact on the music industry.
The complete list of the top 10 musical artists in the world for 2023, according to the IFPI, is as follows:
No. 1 - Taylor Swift
No. 2 - Seventeen
No. 3 - Stray Kids
No. 4 - Drake
No. 5 - The Weeknd
No. 6 - Morgan Wallen
No. 7 - Tomorrow X Together
No. 8 - NewJeans
No. 9 - Bad Bunny
No. 10 - Lana Del Rey
