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- Our choice for the #1 Best Overall Pop Music Funko Pop is The Beatles Funko Pop Collection
- Music icon Funko pops are affordable, starting at under $50, and are made of vinyl and plastic parts.
- With a pop music icon Funko Pop, you can decorate your living room or office or even give them out as gifts to your loved ones.
- When shopping for the best-inspired pop music icon Funko pops, consider their materials, colors, packaging, and of course, value.
Pop music is a subgenre of popular music that first appeared in the United States and the United Kingdom in the middle of the 1950s. The genre encompasses many genres and has many influences — including rock and folk music. But of course, there are many pop icons that we’ve remembered for years. If you’re a pop music fan, you’ll want to check out these pop music icon Funko Pops.
After a week of sleuthing, we found the best pop music icon Funko Pops in the market, and they are:
Best: The Beatles Funko Pop Collection
Newest: Post Malone Funko Pop
Rarest: Mariah Carey Christmas Funko Pop
Best Pop Rock Icon: Prince Funko Pop
Best Boy Band: Backstreet Boys Funko Pop Collection
Best Classic Pop: Whitney Houston
- Funko Pop! Rocks: Post Malone - Post Malone, Multicolor
- Stylized POP vinyl from Funko!
- Stands 3 3/4 inches
- Comes in a window display box
- Perfect for any post-Malone fan
- Funko Pop Rocks: Music - Mariah Carey Christmas Collectible Figure, Multicolor
- Cute and highly collectible
- Stylized POP vinyl by Funko!
- Stands 3 3/4 inches
- Window display box
- Perfect gift for Mariah Carey fans
- Funko Pop Rocks: Prince Purple Rain Collectible Figure
- Multicolor, vinyl figure
- Perfect for any Prince fan
- Super cute Funko pop
- Stands 3 ¾ inches tall
- Purple Rain
- Funko Pop! Rocks Bundle of 5: Backstreet Boys - Nick Carter, Brian Littrell, Kevin Richardson, AJ McLean and Howie Dorough
- Giftable & collectible Funko pop
- 5 pieces in the box
- Mind condition
- Weighs 4.5 pounds
- Perfect for office, bedroom, living room
- Funko Pop! Icons: Whitney Houston - I Want to Dance with Somebody
- Cute vinyl figure
- Dressed in an iconic look
- Multicolor
- Approx 4.38-inches tall
- Perfect gift for Whitney's fans
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History Computer’s Top Picks for Pop Music Icon Funko Pops
Best Pop Music Icon Funko Pop: The Beatles Collection
The Beatles were known for blending many different genres, including Pop and Rock. But, as far as “icons” go, many people wouldn’t have the careers or music they do without The Beatles and their influence. And yes, technically, we’re cheating by including the whole collection versus one Funko Pop, but you can’t just choose between The Beatles.
Unfortunately, the full original collection has been vaulted, which makes this group hard to grab. But some people sell the collection of all five members on eBay. You can expect to pay quite a bit to get your hands on them.
Newest Pop Music Icon Funko Pop: Post Malone
- Stylized POP vinyl from Funko!
- Stands 3 3/4 inches
- Comes in a window display box
- Perfect for any post-Malone fan
Post Malone isn’t a traditional icon and hasn’t been around long. But the kids would certainly consider him a pop icon. It doesn’t hurt that he can blend pop, rock, and even a bit of rap in his songs, but we’re considering him a pop star since those are the charts he tops.
His Funko Pop showcases his tattoos and man bun and even has a solo red cup. What drink is it in the cup? We have no idea, but it’s very “party” like — which Post Malone is known for.
Rarest Pop Music Icon Funko Pop: Mariah Carey Christmas
You’re in one of two camps — those that hate Christmas music and those that love it. And if you love it, you know of the iconic “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” specifically Mariah Carey’s version. Let’s be honest. For many, that’s the only Christmas song they will listen to.
If you love Mariah Carey but don’t want to get just a regular pop Funko Pop of her, grab her Christmas edition! Her beautiful golden hair and red Santa-like outfit with white fur boots are memorable and perfect to break out for Christmas if you need a conversation starter.
- Cute and highly collectible
- Stylized POP vinyl by Funko!
- Stands 3 3/4 inches
- Window display box
- Perfect gift for Mariah Carey fans
Best Pop Rock Icon Funko Pop: Prince
Let’s be honest. You can’t get much more pop/rock iconic than Prince in his ‘Purple Rain’ video. It’s been 40 years since the song’s release, and many people still play it regularly. Some have it in their Spotify accounts.
How much more iconic can you get than the Purple Rain Prince Funko Pop? The curls, the mole, the white guitar, and the purple suit with ruffles never cease to catch people’s attention. And now, whenever you look at it, you can break out in song with zero guilt.
- Multicolor, vinyl figure
- Perfect for any Prince fan
- Super cute Funko pop
- Stands 3 ¾ inches tall
- Purple Rain
Best Boy Band Pop Music Icon Funko Pop: Backstreet Boys Collection
Yes, we know about the “NSYNC vs. Backstreet Boys” competition, and no shame in our game. We choose the Backstreet Boys for this article. With hits like “Everybody,” “I Want It That Way,” and “All I Have To Give,” these boys made girls hysterical in the late 90s and early 00s.
If you were a huge fan, why not grab the whole Backstreet Boys Funko Pop collection? That’s right; you can get Nick Carter, Brian Littrell, Kevin Richardson, AJ McLean, and Howie Dorough all in one collection. All the boys are wearing white outfits, and a few have goatees and stubble, so at least you can feel a bit more adult.
- Giftable & collectible Funko pop
- 5 pieces in the box
- Mind condition
- Weighs 4.5 pounds
- Perfect for office, bedroom, living room
Best Classic Pop Music Icon Funko Pop: Whitney Houston
Last but certainly not least, we have Whitney Houston. While she ventured into R&B, Rock, and even Gospel as her career progressed, she started in pop music with hits like “How Will I Know” and “I Wanna Dance With Somebody.” She truly is a pop queen icon in her own right.
Our favorite Funko Pop version of her is the I Want to Dance with Somebody Whitney Houston vinyl. She has bright dangly earrings, big 80s curly hair, and a cute purple bodycon dress with heels. She also has bright pink lipstick and blue and pink eyeshadow. True 80s fashion, baby!
- Cute vinyl figure
- Dressed in an iconic look
- Multicolor
- Approx 4.38-inches tall
- Perfect gift for Whitney's fans
How to Pick the Best Pop Music Icon Funko Pops: Step-By-Step
If you’re starting to collect pop music icon Funko Pops, you’ll want to remember storage options and their editions.
Consider storage, especially if you plan to amass Funko Pops or collect sets (like the Backstreet Boys). When storing your unique collection, you’ll need to find a solution that showcases your favorites.
You’ll also want to consider the edition of the Funko Pops you want. For example, some icons have multiple different options that you can grab, even though it’s for one person. For example, Mariah Carey has a few Funko Pop versions.
What to Know Before Buying Pop Music Icon Funko Pops
Well, pop music Funko Pops won’t make you rich if you ever decide to sell them. Unlike rare or comic-con-type Funko Pops, the icon options are mass-produced and aren’t as popular.
However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t collect them! They’re still cool to look at and can have sentimental value.
Collecting Pop Music Icon Funko Pops: What It’s Like
For many people, music was a big part of growing up — and even now, music is nostalgic. If there are pop music icons that you loved growing up or currently, and you want to commemorate them, collecting their Funko Pops can be fun and exciting!
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