“Pink has almost been in a class by herself among women in music this year, and we’re thrilled to recognize her successes by honoring her with the Billboard Woman of the Year Award. When our 2013 mid-year numbers were released, she had the top-selling album and song for a woman, and a blockbuster, sold-out, international arena tour. Earlier this year, Just Give Me a Reason, topped the Billboard Hot 100, extending her amazingly consistent chart success which dates back to her arrival in 2000. Combine all of this with a spirit that inspires fans of every stripe, and you arrive at the remarkable package that is Pink. She will undoubtedly continue to accomplish great milestones in the years to come.”
Say what you will about Billboard, and personally I think they’ve entered the digital age in better shape than any other music institution, they know what they award and what they award is sales. Pink’s arena concert at MSG was a real extravaganza earlier this year and while I myself am much less fond of her songs than many, still, I can take her from time to time. Over a year The Truth About Love has grown on me. That’s what happens with a major hit album.