Billboard Names Beyoncé Top Female Producer of the 21st Century

Beyoncé ranks #6 overall and #1 among female producers of the 21st century in Billboard’s latest producer list, sparking mixed reactions online.

Here’s Billboard’s official ranking of the Top Producers of the 21st Century, based on the number of Hot 100 No. 1 hits:

1. Max Martin
2. Dr. Luke
3. Cirkut
4. Shellback
5. Stargate
6. Beyoncé (the highest‑placed woman on the list)
7. Jack Antonoff
8. Benny Blanco
9. Jermaine Dupri
10. Timbaland
     

Billboard recently acknowledged Beyoncé as the top female producer of this century. She ranked 6th overall among all producers—an outstanding achievement in a male-dominated field. This ranking reflects her role in creating numerous chart-topping hits and her creative influence across genres. She frequently serves as an executive producer, shaping the direction and sound of her records. 
The Internet Reacts

Fan reactions were immediate and colorful:

A skeptical commenter quipped, “Did she pay for that too?”, highlighting doubts about the methodology behind the rankings.

Others pushed back fiercely, defending her talent:

“She’s a writer, she’s a producer, she’s mother.”

“Her music is always on top‑notch.”