Greatest Gay Singers of All Time

1. Freddie Mercury

   

   Freddie Mercury was a Zanzibar-born British singer of Indian descent, songwriter, and record producer best known as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the rock band Queen. He achieved fame for his flamboyant stage persona and remarkable four-octave vocal range.... read more

   Freddie, of course, yeah! He was above average. Who can't adore Freddie's work? Are we nuts? I also like a lot Elton John, another genius, and from the gay women, K.D. lang is great.

   I think more people should listen to her songs because her work is special. It shouldn't matter how she looks. She is awesome as a singer. People shouldn't judge her for her masculine looks. Her songs are very emotional, and she has great quality as an artist.

   Freddie Mercury is the biggest African/Indian rock star in history. He's also the first gay rock god. It doesn't matter to some people, but I think it would matter to Freddie.

2. Rob Halford

   

   Robert John Arthur "Rob" Halford, born August 25, 1951, is an English singer and songwriter. He joined the heavy metal band Judas Priest in 1973 and has served as its lead vocalist throughout most of its history. Halford is often called the "Metal God" and is celebrated for his powerful, wide-ranging... read more

   The lead vocalist of Judas Priest is gay, and he has stated that. He has revealed, "I'm just a gay man who sings in a heavy metal band." However, Halford is also one of the songwriters of Judas Priest.

3. Elton John

   

   Sir Elton Hercules John, born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947, is an English singer, pianist, and composer. He has collaborated with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums. John has sold over 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.... read more

   He's the most influential gay singer of all time. He has been publicly bisexual since 1976 when he was in his early 20s.

   One of the best singers of all time.

   The greatest gay singer of all time.

4. George Michael

   

   Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou, known professionally as George Michael, was an English singer, songwriter, record producer, and philanthropist. He rose to fame in the 1980s as one-half of the pop duo Wham!, with hits such as Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go and Last Christmas.... read more

   Freddie Mercury actually sucks. In my opinion, George Michael has a more beautiful voice and better, more addictive songs than Bohemian Rhapsody. I really don't know why Freddie Mercury is considered the best of all when his music wasn't so addictive.

   George Michael should be at the number one spot. This man sings with his heart and soul. No one can touch him. Love you George.

   He was the greatest gay icon ever.

5. Adam Lambert

   

   Adam Mitchel Lambert (born January 29, 1982) is an American singer, songwriter, and stage actor. He rose to prominence as the runner-up on the eighth season of American Idol in 2009. Since then, he has sold over 2.5 million albums and five million singles worldwide.

   He's one of the best singers alive. Why is he just number five?

   Love him so much and I'm thrilled that he is in the top two.

6. Melissa Etheridge

   

   Melissa Lou Etheridge is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and activist. Her self-titled debut album, Melissa Etheridge, was released in 1988 and became an underground success. Known for her raspy vocals and confessional lyrics, she won two Grammy Awards and has been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights... read more

7. Ricky Martin

   

   Enrique Martín Morales, commonly known as Ricky Martin, is a Puerto Rican singer, actor, and author who's often referred to as the King of Latin Pop. He began his career at age 12 as a member of Menudo. After five years with the group, he launched a solo career in the early 1990s, releasing several successful... read more

   He's great. He made history in the entertainment industry.

8. Mika

   

   Mika, stylized as MIKA, is an English singer and songwriter. He first gained attention with the release of his extended play Dodgy Holiday. In 2007, he was named the top predicted breakthrough act in the BBC's annual Sound of 2007 poll.

   Mika has a beautiful falsetto and voice, and I love his music so much.

   It's colorful, cheerful, and energetic, but can also be melancholic and heartbreaking. The lyrics are so clever and deep. He is my favorite artist, and I love him so much! (Addiction warning!)

   One of the best singers of all time. He has an amazing voice, a high voice range, and amazing piano skills. His music is original, funny, and beautiful. He has a colorful and really amazing style. He is also a very funny person. My favorite actor.

   He's my favorite singer. He's got an amazing voice, and he is a very nice man. Melissa, Italy.

9. Sam Smith

   

   Samuel Frederick "Sam" Smith is an English singer-songwriter born in London on May 19, 1992. They rose to fame in October 2012 after being featured on Disclosure's breakthrough single "Latch," which peaked at number eleven on the UK Singles Chart. Smith is well known for hit songs such as "Stay With... read more

   Sam Smith's music got me through my dad bringing my mother to court again.

10. Frank Ocean

    

    Christopher Edwin Breaux, known professionally as Frank Ocean, is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, record producer and photographer. He is acclaimed for his unique musical style and emotionally nuanced lyrics. Ocean's albums Channel Orange and Blonde received widespread critical acclaim and commercial... read more

The Newcomers
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    Khalid

    

    Khalid Donnel Robinson, known mononymously as Khalid, is an American singer and songwriter. He is signed to Right Hand Music Group and RCA Records. His debut album, American Teen, released in 2017, received critical acclaim and earned him multiple Grammy nominations.

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    Tevin Campbell

The Contenders

13. K.D. Lang

    Such a beautiful voice, one of history's best.

14. Boy George

    

    Boy George is an English singer, songwriter, DJ, and fashion designer. He is the lead singer of the pop band Culture Club, which achieved global success in the 1980s with hits like Karma Chameleon and Do You Really Want to Hurt Me. He is known for his distinctive voice and androgynous appearance.

15. Little Richard

    

    Richard Wayne Penniman, known by his stage name Little Richard, was an American musician, singer, and songwriter. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in rock and roll history. His dynamic music and flamboyant performance style helped shape the genre in the 1950s.

16. Max Lorenz

    

17. Troye Sivan

    

    Troye Sivan Mellet, known professionally as Troye Sivan, is a South African-born Australian singer, songwriter, actor, and YouTuber. He gained popularity through his YouTube channel before launching a successful music career. Sivan is also known for his acting roles, including a performance in the film... read more

    I never thought we would have a gay pop star like him who is both explicitly and celebratorily gay. His music captures my ten years between 14 and 24 like no other artist ever has.

    Cool music, easy listening, and gives a blues feel.

    Troye Sivan writes songs that touch the heart.

18. Steve Grand

    Steve Grand is one of the most beautiful men on the planet.

19. Rickard Söderberg

    

20. Alma-Sofia Miettinen

    

21. Luther Vandross

    

    Luther Ronzoni Vandross Jr. was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Throughout his career, Vandross was an in-demand background vocalist for several different artists. He later gained fame as a solo artist, releasing successful albums such as Never Too Much and winning eight Grammy Awards... read more

22. RuPaul

    

    RuPaul Andre Charles, known professionally by the mononym RuPaul, is an American actor, drag queen, television personality, and singer-songwriter. He is best known as the creator and host of the reality competition series RuPaul's Drag Race. RuPaul has won multiple Emmy Awards and is considered one of... read more

23. Duncan James

24. Joan Jett

    

    Joan Marie Larkin, known professionally by her stage name Joan Jett, is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer, and occasional actress. She is best known for her work with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, including the hit song "I Love Rock 'n Roll." Before that, she found success with... read more

25. Chely Wright

    

26. Harel Skaat

    

27. Charice

    

    Jake Zyrus, born Charmaine Clarice Relucio Pempengco, is a Filipino singer who gained international attention through YouTube. He was previously known by the mononym Charice before coming out as a transgender man. Zyrus has appeared on international television programs and released several albums.