Adele & Rihanna Make 'Time's 100 Most Influential People List

Who said music can't have a worldwide impact? In the case of Rihanna and Adele, they are at the top of their game. They've made such an impact on music that Time has included both pop singers on its list this year of 100 Most Influential People in the World. According to Time, "they are the people who inspire us, entertain us, challenge us and change our world."

Also making the list are Jeremy Lin, Tim Tebow, Kristen Wiig, Chelsea Handler, Hillary Clinton, and President Obama.

So, why Adele? Well Pink had quite a bit to say about the golden-voiced singer:

There are a few artists in my life who I can think back and remember where I was when I first heard them. When you're so utterly moved by something that you know you'll never be the same again. When I first heard Adele, I was on tour, alone in a hotel room in London, watching her sing from a rooftop on YouTube — a song called "Hometown Glory." I thought, Who is this creature? This voice! Her tone! Why is the entire world not watching this video?

How did Rihanna make the list? Fashion designer Stella McCartney had this to say about the "We Found Love" songstress:

She's one of the coolest, hottest, most talented, most liked, most listened to, most followed, most impressive artists at work today, but she does it in her own stride. She works hard, very hard. She gives to her fans, friends and foundation not just herself but her energy and spirit.

You can check out the full list of Time's 100 Most Influential People HERE.

Do you agree with this list? Who do you think should be on it?

Photo from SF Weekly

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