Billboard is unveiling its much-anticipated listing of the highest 25 songwriters of the twenty first century, releasing names regularly all through the week. Jay-Z claims the twenty fifth spot, cementing his legacy as certainly one of music’s most influential figures. The countdown started Monday with the primary 5 names, with further bulletins anticipated within the coming days. Following Jay-Z, the listing options notable abilities, together with Kanye West, Sean Garrett, Fergie, and Jermaine Dupri.

Billboard’s methodology focuses on chart efficiency, highlighting songwriters who’ve led the Hot 100 with probably the most number-one hits since 2000. Each particular person on the listing has achieved a minimum of six chart-topping singles between January 1, 2000, and December 28, 2024. The prime eight songwriters have reached double-digit number-one hits, reflecting each business success and sustained cultural affect over the primary 25 years of the century.

As a songwriter, Jay-Z has claimed six number-one hits on the Hot 100. Among his most notable contributions is Beyoncé’s 2003 hit “Baby Boy,” that includes Sean Paul, which stayed atop the chart for 9 consecutive weeks. Social media reactions to the rankings have been blended. One X consumer (previously Twitter) argued, “He gave Rihanna a career and hits, so he actually deserves a higher spot.” Another fan praised his enduring affect: “Consistent impact for two decades, that’s legendary.”

A Star-Studded Celebration

The Billboard announcement coincided with Jay-Z and Beyoncé attending Kris Jenner’s extravagant seventieth birthday over the weekend. TMZ stories point out that the couple arrived discreetly, avoiding paparazzi consideration and utilizing a high-priority parking spot.

The celebration befell on the Beverly Hills residence of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez, drawing an A-list crowd together with Chris Rock, Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, Mariah Carey, Mark Zuckerberg, and Paris Hilton. Jenner’s six youngsters—Kim, Kourtney, Khloé, Rob, Kylie, and Kendall—had been additionally in attendance to honor their mom’s milestone.