The Weeknd was left scratching his head because Billboard did not include Lana Del Ray in its “Greatest Pop Stars” ranking.
In a tweet made on November 20, The Weeknd, real name Abel Tesfaye, shared his thoughts on his official account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). The “Blinding Lights” singer then asked about Billboard’s ongoing “Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century.”
This list ranks the most influential singers of all time, with big names like Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, etc.
With the current ranking having the latest ranking of Drake sitting in 4th place and only the top 3 remaining, the anticipation for the remaining 3 selections of the rankings has never been more intense position. However, The Weeknd expressed confusion about the chart not mentioning Lana Del Ray.
“Where is Lana on that billboard’s list of greatest pop stars?” he asked.
Where is Lana on that billboard’s list of greatest pop stars?
— Abel Tesfaye (@theweeknd) November 19, 2024
The post, which has now garnered 11k retweets and 48k likes, has sparked angry reactions from fans. Following the thread, many people expressed support for The Weeknd’s stance on Lana Del Ray’s absence from the prestigious list.
Netizens made comments like “He gets it”, “Speak louder for the uneducated people in the back” and “Say it, she’s so deserving, this industry is trash!”
Lana Del Ray has established herself as one of the most prominent and beloved artists thanks to her infectious artistry, haunting music, and classic aesthetic.
Previously, The Weeknd earned a spot on the ongoing chart when the male singer claimed the 18th position.
The Weeknd and Lana Del Ray also worked together on a collaborative song titled “Lust For Life” released on May 22, 2017.
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