BTS Jungkook and IU made it on Rolling Stone's Top 200 Greatest Singers of All Time!

Read on to know more about the two artists' latest recognition.

On January 1, renowned magazine Rolling Stone announced a list comprised of famous singers.

"The 200 Greatest Singers of All Time" revealed artists who made a mark on the music industry.

Before revealing the list, the article discussed the essence of music, together with the bond formed between artists and listeners. It also emphasized the immense power that singers hold, just by their talents alone.

BTS Jungkook & IU Join Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers of All Time

BTS Jungkook and IU were added by Rolling Stone in its 200 Greatest Singers of All Time, lauding their stage presence, hard work, character, and music.

IU placed on 135, with Rolling Stone complimenting her vocal range, especially in her performances of the iconic "Good Day."

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In the song's climax, IU went viral for pulling off a three-note spectacle.

The article also expressed awe to her selling out the Seoul's Olympic Stadium under five minutes, highlighting IU's immense popularity.

"Since her 2010 breakout hit "Good Day" (which garnered deserved praise for its magnificent three-note climax), IU has become one of the most highly regarded vocalists in South Korean music."

"In 2022, she became the first Korean female soloist to headline a concert at Seoul's Olympic Stadium, selling out the venue in five minutes, with peers and admirers like Jung Kook of BTS, Jihyo and Jeongyeon of Twice, and TXT's Soobin and Beomgyu there to celebrate her triumph."

In the 191st spot, BTS Jungkook reigned due to his talent and stage presence.

The review described him being a multifaceted member, equipped with determination and humility.

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He was also praised for his vocals, and music production contributions, especially on Charlie Puth's 2022 release "Left and Right."

"Jung Kook, the multifaceted youngest member of BTS, boasts a long list of talents - he's a strong performer, written several songs, and is known to be extremely hardworking and humble despite the success he's experienced at such an early age."

"He's also an extremely gifted singer. In 2022, when his track with Charlie Puth, "Left and Right" became the fastest song by a Korean soloist to surpass 400 million streams on Spotify, Puth referred to him as one of the only artists "to have ever sent me perfect vocals."

Congratulations to Jungkook and IU for making on the list!

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Written by Israel Monte