Cultural impact of Britney Spears

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American singer Britney Spears has had a significant cultural impact on the music industry through her music, visuals and lifestyle. Since her debut in 1998, Spears has become a cultural figure, often becoming the subject of analysis. Spears has since been referred to as the "Princess of Pop" in the media.^{[1][2][3][4][5]}

In the late 1990s, Britney Spears released her debut single "…Baby One More Time" and album of the same name to worldwide success, ultimately influencing pop music and bubblegum pop in the early 2000s.^[6][7] Spears's music videos have also played a significant role in shaping pop culture and being paid homage to by numerous artists.^{[citation needed]} In 2011, she received the Lifetime Achievement award, MTV Video Vanguard Award, for her "outstanding contributions" and "profound impact" on music videos and pop culture.^[8] Spears is also one of the best-selling artists of all time, garnering commercial success through the Billboard charts.^[9]

Spears's music has had an impact on the LGBTQ+ community and culture. She has used her platform and voice to support the LGBTQ+ community, from the Dream Act to anti-transgender bills in Texas.^[10] Her freedom after her conservatorship abuse touched her queer fans by sharing their stories.^[11] Songs like "Stronger" have been an inspirational anthem for a generation of the LGBTQ+ people.^[12]