After receiving four People’s Choice Awards recently, Taylor Swift has been officially recognized as the most significant global artist of 2023.
On Wednesday, February 21, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) declared Swift as the winner of the Global Artist Chart for the second consecutive year. Notably, Swift’s accomplishment of securing this prestigious title for the fourth time in her career marks a historic milestone.
Taylor Swift Officially Declared 2023’s Biggest Global Artist
Taylor Swift has been officially declared the biggest global artist of 2023 by the IFPI. The announcement was made on X, formerly known as Twitter, with the message, “#1 – Taylor Swift The unstoppable @taylorswift13 returns to take the throne at No. 1 for the 2nd year in a row, breaking her own record as the 1st ever 4x Global Artist Chart winner. Congratulations Taylor, you are officially the #1 Global Artist of the year!” This announcement underscores Swift’s unparalleled
success and her historic achievement as the first-ever four-time winner of the Global Artist Chart.
Taylor Swift’s Continuous Triumphs: From Time’s Person of the Year to IFPI’s Global Artist
2023 marked a year of notable achievements for Taylor Swift. Alongside being named Time’s Person of the Year, she also claimed the title of Spotify’s Global Top Artist. Yet, these accomplishments merely set the stage for the 34-year-old pop icon. Swift commenced 2024 by securing her 13th Grammy Award, showcasing her unwavering dedication to her craft. With victories in 2014, 2019, 2022, and 2023, Swift’s consistent success speaks volumes.
Lewis Morrison, Director of Charts and Certifications at IFPI, remarked, “We are immensely proud to award the IFPI Global Recording Artist of the Year Award to Taylor Swift for the fourth time, as she continues to redefine the limits of global success. Taylor is a singular talent, and her commitment to her craft and her fans is truly phenomenal.”
