Billboard has issued an apology amid the backlash, writing via X, “We are deeply sorry to Taylor Swift and all of our readers ...

While celebrating the singer's achievements, the outlet shared footage from a controversial Kanye West music video.

Uh oh... some people aren’t happy about this one! Billboard just announced Taylor Swift as no. 2, and the Swifties are Salty!

Billboard has been rolling out its ranking of the Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century, naming Taylor Swift in the No. 2 ...