Top 10 Best Female Belters

The Top Ten

  1. Barbra Streisand

    Barbara Joan Streisand, known professionally as Barbra Streisand, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and filmmaker. She has won numerous awards, including two Academy Awards, ten Grammy Awards, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom. Streisand is one of the best-selling recording artists of all... read more

    I was really impressed the first time I listened to "Somewhere." Her vocal technique is amazing, almost perfect. Her rhythm is crystal clear, pure, and angelic. Even though her voice isn't as dramatic and resonant as Whitney's and she can't use whistle notes like Mariah Carey, her musical technique is the best. Every note is perfectly controlled. Her belting is long, powerful, and somewhat resonant, but it's not annoying like Christina's (she is good but often overdoes it with growling and lacks proper technique). If you enjoy listening to belting songs, I recommend the endings of these two songs: "Somewhere" and "A Piece of Sky."

  2. Whitney Houston

    Whitney Elizabeth Houston was an American singer, actress, producer, and model. She holds the Guinness World Record as the most awarded female artist of all time, with over 400 career awards as of 2006, and was named the most awarded female act in 2009.... read more

    Her voice is a gift from God, to be forever cherished and remembered for its dazzling grace. She was as iconic of a person as she was a singer. She was beautiful, smart, and intelligent. I will always love her!

    I love her! She's been my idol forever.

    Her powerful voice is addictive.

  3. Celine Dion

    Céline Marie Claudette Dion is a Canadian singer and businesswoman. She's best known for "My Heart Will Go On," the theme song of the 1997 film Titanic, which was the first film in history to gross over $1 billion worldwide.

    Very talented and beautiful lady. Even though I believe she is not as good as some of the others lower on this list, I still love her beautiful, rich tone and "Mary Poppins-esque" crystal-clear voice.

    My heart will go on for the best female belter. Just listen to one of her songs. You'll immediately understand. She rocks! Love you, Celine!

    She deserves a higher rank! Her career spans over 30 years. She has 2 Oscars and 1,096 awards and is known as THE QUEEN OF BALLADS with great belting ability. She is the best-selling female artist. She has a vocal range of Bb2-E6 and even hits G6 in falsetto. She is an incomparable vocalist and a living legend. I love you, Celine!

  4. Aretha Franklin

    Aretha Louise Franklin (March 25, 1942 - August 16, 2018) was an American singer, songwriter, and pianist. She began her career as a child singing gospel at New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan, where her father, C. L. Franklin, was minister.... read more

    #6!?!?! WHAT?!?! She is a legend for belters. She is a mix of a true belter and pop belter and just incredible. One of a kind.

    Her praise and worship singing is unmatched.

  5. So Hyang

    Her range is insane. She can support a mixed belt up to C#6. Whitney is widely considered the best singer of all time (and rightly so), but So Hyang has the best belting ability of anyone I've ever seen. She's a Korean folk singer. Check her out on YouTube.

    Powerful, resonant, supported belts extending into the 6th octave. Beautiful, bright, and ringing head voice. Spectacular musicality and stamina. Her transitions between registers are seamless, earning her the moniker The Korean Mariah Carey.

  6. Mariah Carey

    Mariah Carey, born March 27, 1970, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She's one of the best-selling female artists in music history, with 19 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100.

    She's often regarded as a sex symbol through her songs and videos, and has been noted in the press... read more

    She is one of the best singers to ever live!

  7. Regine Velasquez

    Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, known as Asia's Songbird, is a Filipina singer, television host, producer, and actress. She is also known for her work as a philanthropist and commercial endorser. Velasquez is widely recognized for her powerful vocals and extensive vocal range, which have made her an icon in... read more

    Regine must be number one. She is the best, and she is Asia's Songbird. No other artist in this generation can reach her success and milestones. She has been reigning for 26 years in the Philippine music industry and is named the Queen of Original Pinoy Music.

    Regine is very successful, but putting that aside, she is the best belter you could imagine. Watch her on YouTube and discover it yourself. No kidding.

    Regine must be on top! Why? Because of her extremely high, soulful rendition of every song she sings. She is one of the greatest and widest vocal belters of all time. For me, she is the best singer in the world. I LOVE YOU, "ASIA'S SONGBIRD."

  8. Jonalyn Viray

    She's one of the best in the whole wide world. She has great vocals, range, and acrobatic skills. One of a kind! Truly an exceptional artist. Congrats to her for Help Me Get Over (her newest single) dominating the top OPM in iTunes Philippines.

    Until now, the soundtrack for My Husband's Lover, a GMA teleserye airing every 9:30 p.m. on weekdays, remains unbeatable. The series garners top spots both in the Philippines and worldwide trending.

    Nice to see that you are in the top. You deserve it. World-class Jonalyn Viray. Go for the gold!

    Amazing girl! She has the power to belt high notes. Very good singer.

  9. Christina Aguilera

    Christina María Aguilera is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. She rose to fame in the late 1990s with hits like "Genie in a Bottle" and "What a Girl Wants," and she later showcased her vocal power in songs like "Beautiful" and "Hurt." Throughout her career, she's explored a range of... read more

    Her style and voice are unique and encourage one to want to sing.

  10. Sarah Geronimo

    Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo, also known as Sarah Geronimo or Sarah G., is a multi-talented and internationally recognized Filipino singer, actress, dancer, record producer, model, host, coach and judge, commercial endorser, and television personality. She can also draw and plays the piano. Geronimo is popularly... read more

    She's truly amazing. Having a one-of-a-kind talent is a great gift from God. Keep on inspiring us, Ate Sarah, and we will continue to support you all the time. We, your fans, will always be there through your ups and downs in life. I love you so much, Idol.

    Should be #3 on a separate list. Top Ten Pop Belters: #1 Whitney Houston, #2 Celine Dion, #3 Sarah Geronimo.

    She never fails to entertain us. She can belt the notes without hesitation. She defines the true POPSTAR!

    11. The Newcomers
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    Barrett Wilbert Weed

    It's crazy how Barrett can practically belt her whole vocal range.

    She did (and still does) extreme belting a lot, but her voice is still so pretty and strong! You go, girl!

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    Avril Lavigne

    Avril Ramona Lavigne (born September 27, 1984) is a Canadian singer-songwriter and actress. At age 14, she won a radio contest singing with Shania Twain, performing before a large arena crowd. By age 16, she had signed a two-album recording contract with Arista Records, reportedly worth over $2 million.... read more

    13. The Contenders

  13. Elkie Brooks

    Elkie Brooks has to be the best singer the U.K. has ever produced. Elkie sings it ALL: rock, jazz, blues, and pop. She is the U.K.'s female artist with the most entries in the U.K. album chart ever. Known as the British Queen of Blues, Elkie's live shows are sensational. A must-see.

    Elkie Brooks has an amazing vocal talent.

    One of the best singers in the world.

  14. Patti LaBelle

    Patricia Louise Holt-Edwards, better known under the stage name Patti LaBelle, is an American singer, author, actress, and entrepreneur. She gained fame as the lead singer of the group Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles, later known as Labelle. LaBelle is widely regarded as the Godmother of Soul for her... read more

    Her voice type makes her almost a perfect candidate for great belts, and she makes the best of it.

  15. Janis Joplin

    Janis Joplin (1943-1970) was an American singer who rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the psychedelic rock band Big Brother and the Holding Company. She was known for her powerful voice, emotive performances, and distinctive hippie style. Joplin remains an iconic figure of 1960s counterculture and... read more

  16. Beyoncé

    Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who began her career as lead singer of Destiny's Child. The group scored multiple Billboard No. 1 hits including "Say My Name," "Bills, Bills, Bills," "Survivor," "Independent Women," and "Bootylicious." After their split,... read more

    Just listen to the following songs. Beyoncé is one of the best singers of all time and definitely one of the best belters of all time.

    "Listen"

    "If I Were a Boy"

    "Resentment"

    "Start Over"

    "I Was Here"

  17. Chaka Khan

    Chaka Khan is an American singer-songwriter whose career has spanned more than five decades. She gained fame in the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the funk band Rufus, delivering hits like Tell Me Something Good and Ain't Nobody. Khan has won multiple Grammy Awards and is widely recognized as the Queen... read more

    Chaka Khan is a serious female singer. One of the best singers of this time. She should be higher on the list, as should Whitney Houston.

    She makes singing seem so savvy and elegant all at the same time.

  18. Ethel Merman

    She was such a powerful belter that even after she died, they still had to shoot her voice.

  19. Idina Menzel

    Idina Kim Menzel is an American actress, singer, and songwriter. She rose to prominence when she originated the role of Maureen Johnson in the Broadway musical Rent, earning a Tony Award nomination in 1996. Menzel later won a Tony Award for her performance as Elphaba in Wicked and voiced Elsa in Disney's... read more

    I love Idina so much! She is the best. Even though Let It Go is getting old, it is still a beautifully powerful belting song. She IS Elphaba, and Elphaba is one of the biggest belting roles of all time! She can belt like nobody's business. She has a stunning voice that gives you goosebumps just listening to it. (I'm not just a crazed fan either - I am a musical theater actress and a mezzo-soprano belter. I know what I'm talking about. She is fantastic.)

    #13? WHAT? She deserves to be at least top five. She is my inspiration.

  20. Jennifer Hudson

    Jennifer Kate Hudson is an American singer, actress, and spokesperson. She rose to fame in 2004 as a finalist on the third season of American Idol, coming in seventh place. Hudson went on to win an Academy Award for her role in Dreamgirls and has since earned an Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award, becoming... read more

    She is the best, period. After Whitney Houston, Miss Jennifer Hudson takes the lead. The all-time best.

    Greatest voice of our time! Oscar and Grammy winner.

  21. Stephanie Mills

  22. Jake Zyrus (Charice)

    From 2008 to 2011, Charice slayed my entire existence. She didn't have the range of Regine or the mastery of head voice like Whitney, but her belts were the best - extremely powerful, resonant, and with a unique tone. I wish she had been more popular because I believe she was one of the best singers to grace the 21st century.

    Charice is amazing and should be way higher on this list! She can sing super high notes so effortlessly. She can nail all the Whitney Houston and Celine Dion songs. If you've heard her sing "All By Myself," you'd know she's awesome.

  23. Morissette Amon

    It's obvious - her ability to control with clarity, even at the very high notes.

    Simply one of the best in her generation.

  24. Demi Lovato

    Demetria Devonne "Demi" Lovato is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. After appearing on the children's television series Barney & Friends as a child, she received her breakthrough role as Mitchie Torres in the Disney Channel television film Camp Rock and its sequel Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam... read more

    Her belts are filled with so much emotion that even a small girl will cry in tears. Maybe a little exaggeration there, but it's kinda true - her belts are phenomenal.

    Demi is by far the best singer of this new generation. She can also put a lot of emotion into her singing, and her high notes are just out of this world.

  25. Kyla

    Well, she's really the best for me. She can do both the lowest notes and even one of the highest notes. She is simply amazing. Humble pa. I just so love her.

    The SOUL PRiNCESS!

  26. Toni Gonzaga

    Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano, better known as Toni Gonzaga, is a Filipino singer, television host, actress, and comedian. She gained fame as the lead host of the reality show Pinoy Big Brother and has starred in several box-office films in the Philippines. Gonzaga has also released multiple successful... read more

  27. Agnez Mo

    Agnes Monica Muljoto, known professionally as Agnez Mo, is an Indonesian singer, songwriter, actress, and music producer. She began her career in entertainment at a young age and has received numerous awards in Indonesia and internationally. She is also known for her efforts to break into the U.S. music... read more

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