From the Beatles to Nirvana, there are certain artists that define an entire generation. Whether it be their catchy songs, natural talent or even their questionable reputation, some artists manage to live on in the hearts of a specific age group.

Though our generation of music is far from over, here are my top picks of artists I think will be remembered as the voice of the millennial generation.

Beyoncé
How could I not include the Queen Bey herself? From Destiny’s Child and Sasha Fierce to the bat-wielding symbol of women empowerment in _Lemonade_, Beyoncé embodies the word “iconic.” For nearly three decades, Beyoncé has truly reigned supreme.

Kanye West
I think Kanye said it best himself: “I will go down as the voice of this generation, of this decade, I will be the loudest voice.” And that he definitely is. Though West has had massive success within the music industry, he is perhaps best known for his definite above-average ego. He will, in his own words, go down as “one of the greatest rappers of all time.”

Rihanna
A singer, fashion icon and general badass, Rihanna is all these things and so much more. Her music career has spanned over a decade with hits like “Umbrella,” “Diamonds” and “Work,” earning her the title as one of the best-selling music artists of all time. More recently, she’s even dominated the makeup world with the launch of her Fenty Beauty line.

Bruno Mars
Though this artist might be a surprise for some, with massively successful hits like “Just the Way You Are” and “Uptown Funk,” Bruno Mars has quickly become a household name. His undeniable talent and unique singing voice has lead to the sale of over 180 million of his singles worldwide. If that doesn’t earn him a spot in history, what will?

_Edited by Claire Colby | ccolby@themaneater.com_