Bey is simply not on their level. In terms of voice, she is no prime Whitney or Mariah. In terms of impact & dance, she is no prime MJ or Janet. In terms of songwriting & pure talent, she is no Prince. And her discography is not timeless compared to theirs either.
In terms of her peers, I personally would pop in a Aaliyah or Brandy album before Bey. I personally would attend an Erykah Or Jill Scott concert before Bey.
Bey’s status among objective music lovers would be a lot better if y’all quit comparing her to greats and/or trying to push other artists down to lift Bey up. You guys ask to be dragged every single time. For Bey’s sake, stop it!