Global music sensation Bad Bunny has been crowned the biggest pop star of 2025, topping Billboard’s annual Greatest Pop Stars ranking ahead of some of the industry’s most dominant names.
The music publication unveiled the Puerto Rican superstar as number one on Friday, placing him ahead of Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift.
According to Billboard, Bad Bunny’s top ranking was driven by the massive success of his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, his sold-out “No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí” residency, and his foray into acting with a role in Happy Gilmore 2.
The announcement comes during a particularly busy stretch for the artist, who is expected to make high-profile appearances around the Grammy Awards and headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show.
Taylor Swift secured the second spot on the list, marking yet another year she narrowly missed the top position. A recent fan poll reflected similar expectations, with nearly 70 per cent of respondents predicting Bad Bunny would finish ahead of her.
With a landmark year behind him and major performances still ahead, Bad Bunny rounds off 2025 firmly established as pop music’s defining star.
