Top Ten Most Over-Hated Music Artists

There are a number of bands and artists who we love to bash, for various reasons--they're overplayed, they sold out, they make you want to vomit, whatever. But, quite a few of them are really worth examining on their own merits.

Please note that this is a list for music ARTISTS. So the likes of Justin Bieber need not apply.
The Top Ten
1 Justin Bieber Justin Drew Bieber (born March 1, 1994) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer. He currently resides in Ontario, Canada and is Christian. He is the son of author Pattie Mallette. ...read more.

Many people criticize his music but I agree that it is mainly his attitude that people hate...however,i feel he deserves a lot of the crud he's getting to be honest.

I didn't include him on the original list, since nobody really criticizes his music. It's just him.

Please put him on every hate list, you know I couldn8t stop being rude to him any minute

Bieber is an arrogant jerk, but his music isn't the worst I've ever heard.

2 Billy Joel William Martin Joel is an American singer-songwriter, composer and pianist. Commonly nicknamed the "Piano Man", he has been making music since the 1960s, releasing popular albums throughout the '70s, '80s and '90s.

I guarantee, 90% of the Billy-bashers have only heard "Piano Man", "Just the Way You Are", "Uptown Girl", and his other overplayed singles. Listen to Turnstiles and The Stranger, then get back to me.

"So let me lie, and let me go on sleeping. And I will lose myself in palaces of sand. And all the fantasies that I have been keeping will make the empty hours easier to stand." - Everybody Has a Dream (1977)

"They say that these are not the best of times, but they're the only times I've ever known. And I believe there is a time for medititation in cathedrals of our own. Now I have seen that sad surrender in my lover's eyes, and I can only stand apart and sympathize. For we are always what our situations hand us. It's either sadness or euphoria." - Summer, Highland Falls (1976)

Just a couple examples of his brilliant lyrics.

When I clicked on this list, I was expecting to see it full of Linkin Park, Avenged Sevenfold, Nickelback, Creed, etc. I am relieved to see that this list is full of great bands/singers. Personally I don't think I have ever seen a "Billy-Basher", and I didn't know it was possible to dislike Billy Joel. In fact, I saw him live last year!

I'm suprised a lot of people hates Billy Joel. Why? I think he's great, in my opinion. In fact, his greatest hits album is one of the best selling albums of all time! So, haters are going to hate, I guess.

I think Billy Joel is a terrific musician. His writing skills are undeniable, his voice is perfect, he's a great showman. What's not to like?

3 The Eagles The Eagles are an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1971 by Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Bernie Leadon, and Randy Meisner.

Very good old "classical" rock band, who hates them please type what you love, it's extremely interesting.
P.S. Thumbs up who think Hotel California's one of the GREATEST rock songs of all time!

I just don't get the Eagles hatred. How can you not love "Take It Easy", "Already Gone", and "New Kid in Town"? And that's not even mentioning their deeper cuts.

Are people actually stupid enough to hate the eagles when Justin Bieber is out there? Some people don't appreciate good music these days

Ok. I don't understand this. Who's complaining about them? Bieber fans? It's good music, people.

4 Nicki Minaj Onika Tanya Maraj, known professionally as Nicki Minaj (born December 8, 1982) is a Trinidadian/American rapper / pop music artist. Minaj is most known for her songs such as "Anaconda", "Super Bass", "Starships" and her feature on "Bang Bang". Despite her controversial songs, Brent Staples from "The New York Times" claimed her to be 'the most influential female rapper of all time', presumably distinctive for her fast flow and her use of alter egos with Cockney accent. She has endorsed Adidas, MAC Cosmetics and Pepsi. Minaj has received ten Grammy-nominations throughout her career, and has won multiple awards including the Billboard's Women in Music 2011 Rising Star award.

Just like Justin Bieber, Nicki Minaj is bad, but I've heard much worse out there.

She can't rap. When she tries to she sounds like a 2 year old.

Number 10? Nicki Minaj is overhated? No, she deserves it

No, she does deserve all the hate and criticism.

5 Marilyn Manson

People may disagree with me but I don't care. I actually like Marilyn Manson. All you guys do is judge him by his looks and not by his lyrics. Who cares about looks. Looks don't even matter. His lyrics are fantastic and meaningful. You can dislike him all you want but don't judge by looks because you'll never know what someone is like if you judge them by their appearance.

I'm personally not a fan of the guy but I do agree that he gets too much hate. He's actually a normal guy and he's not trying to make society turn horrible.

And no this isn't me fanboying or obsessing over him. It's the truth. It's real. It's reality. Just watch his interviews and you'll see what I mean.

I love him! And despite his music, he's actually a great guy. Intelligent too. Even watch some interviews with him. Marilyn Manson gets more hatred and criticism than he actually deserves. I kinda feel sorry for him. I'm glad I didn't miss the concert August 5th. He rocks!

He gets so much hate, but artists should strive to be like him. he is very original and unique, and while his songs can be too loud and fast for me sometimes, they carry deep meaning. One of the most misunderstood musical artists in history!

6 Dream Theater Dream Theater is an American progressive metal band from Boston, Massachusetts. The band was formed in 1985 under the name of "Majesty", only to change its name to Dream Theater later. ...read more.

What a great band. Most people don't appreciate these guys and I don't understand why. Best Prog. Metal band of all time.

Personally I don't like their fans, who always use instrumental complexity as a meter for rating bands and songs.

I don't think I've ever seen anyone bash Dream Theater. They're pretty much impossible to hate

Amazing band, how is it humanely possible to hate them?!

7 Queen Queen are an English rock band formed in London in 1970. The original lineup was Freddie Mercury (lead vocals, piano), Brian May (guitar, vocals), Roger Taylor (drums, vocals), and John Deacon (bass guitar, vocals). Before forming into Queen, Brian May and Roger Taylor had played together in a band ...read more.

I get that some people wouldn't like some of their songs, but Queen has great diversity and difference between their songs. Who knows how many people they have inspired? Also, who could dislike Killer Queen, Fat Bottomed Girls, Don't Stop Me Now, and many others?

Lots of people say they only got popular because most of their songs are "radio friendly." While this is true, they still have amazing songs. "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Killer Queen," and "The Show Must Go On" are some of my favorites.

Seriously? The guys who sang bohemian rhapsody? It's stuff like this that Freddy Mercury turn in his grave. You have to be the biggest idiot in the world to hate this band

Queen is the best band ever and if it's so easy for people to hate the best band ever, then these stupid haters should go eat some rocks and hang themselves! Queen for life!

8 Taylor Swift Taylor Alison Swift is an American singer-songwriter. She was born on December 13, 1989, in Reading, Pennsylvania. Swift is best known for writing personal songs and has won 13 Grammy Awards... read more

The only thing I don't like about her is that she's not creative. All she ever really sings about are break ups and comparing herself to popular people, but you don't really hear her sing about anything else.

She's not so bad. I mean, not gonna lie, I genuinely like her songs. Not enough to listen to them on my own, but enough to sing along if I hear one of them.

Taylor Swift and ed sheer an are fantastic songwriters and are currently the only two GOOD pop artists out there...

9 Bruce Springsteen Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen (born September 23, 1949) is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and humanitarian. He is known for his work with the E Street Band. Nicknamed "The Boss", Springsteen is widely known for his brand of poetic lyrics, Americana, working class and sometimes political ...read more.

The Boss has written some brilliant songs and lyrics. "Born to Run" and "Thunder Road" are simply perfect.

He can't sing. Listen to his version of Santa Claus Is Coming To Town and you'll see what I mean.

Bruce Springsteen is a LEGEND!

10 Miley Cyrus Miley Ray Hemsworth (born Destiny Hope Cyrus), known as Miley Cyrus, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She was born on November 23, 1992, in Franklin, Tennessee, to Tish Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus. Her voice type is Mezzo-Soprano and has 4 octaves. She became a teen idol starring as the character Miley Stewart in the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana in 2006. After that Miley had numerous worldwide hits, such as ''Party in the USA'', '' We Can’t Stop'', and ''Wrecking Ball''. On December 23, 2018 she got married to Australian actor Liam Hemsworth, but they divorced shortly after.

She deserves the hate she gets. She may have a good voice but that doesn't excuse her awful lyrics.

She can sing you can't deny that but she is far from the best. Nothing to hate about her really..

I disagree with a lot of these actually...

The Contenders
11 Lil Wayne Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr. is an American rapper from New Orleans, Louisiana. He was discovered by Brian "Baby" "Birdman" Williams at a very young age, and was signed to Cash Money Records, where he would be one quarter of the rap group Hot Boys. In the years to follow, he would go on to find his own ...read more.
12 Styx Styx is an American rock band from Chicago that formed in 1972 and became famous for its albums released in the late 1970s and early 1980s.

Ok, I have seen these guys live and they are not a bad band at all. And now they have Lawrence Gowan (a Canadian ;)) as their lead singer and he's the perfect fit for their sound. They have a great set list of songs, too.

Wonderful list Spencer. My list would probably have had 7 of these and that simply shows how similar our tastes are in Music.

They're not as bad as some say they are. In fact, they actually got some great songs.

13 Coldplay Coldplay are a British pop rock band formed in 1996. The band consists of Chris Martin (lead vocalist and pianist), Jonny Buckland (lead guitarist), Guy Berryman (bassist) and Will Champion (drummer and backing vocalist). Manager Phil Harvey is often considered an unofficial fifth member. The band renamed themselves "Coldplay" in 1998. Before making their debut album, they recorded and released three EPs: Safety in 1998, Brothers & Sisters as a single in 1999, and The Blue Room in the same year. The Blue Room was their first release on a major label, after signing to Parlophone. ...read more.

I still fail to understand why so many people detest this group... I absolutely love their music, and yes, their last two albums were pretty awful, but listen to an album like Parachutes and A Rush Of Blood To The Head and tell me that there is nothing good there. I just don't see anything in their music that could possibly make so many people hate them so much. Just because something isn't "ground-breaking" or "genre-defining" doesn't mean it's bad.

I have read sereval quite long articles on why coldplay is hated so much. the main conclusion seems to be that coldplay isn't cool. cris martin is a normal, everyday kind of guy, not a rock star, and their music is very emontion driven. those are some of reasons I love coldplay, but others hate them becuase of that

14 Jimmy Buffett

He's actually quite a lot of fun. Who can forget "Cheeseburger in Paradise" or "Why Don't We Get Drunk"?

15 Bon Jovi Bon Jovi is a hard rock/pop rock band formed in 1983, which had a streak of successful albums in the late 1980s. The band originally consisted of lead vocalist Jon Bon Jovi, guitarist Ritchie Sambora (left in 2013), bassist Alec John Such (left in 1994), keyboard David Bryan, and drummer Tico Torres. ...read more.

I know they aren't the best band in history, but they are the most over-hated music artist in existence! They're better than they're given credit for. They get more hate than they deserve and sometimes, the haters are more than those who like them.

Oh, wait! Now I remember that the other band members are mean to their bassist and treat him like he's a beginner! So, they deserve a bit of the hate they get.

While I admit that they are not the best band in history, they have some great songs. I sing "Living on a Prayer" every day. Catchiest song in history.

Tell me you've never sung along to "Living on a Prayer". Go on. I dare you.

I'm not a Bon Jovi fan, but I don't know why they are so hated

16 Nickelback Nickelback is a Canadian post-grunge band formed in 1995 in Hanna, Alberta, Canada. The band is composed of guitarist and lead vocalist Chad Kroeger, guitarist, keyboardist and backing vocalist Ryan Peake, bassist Mike Kroeger, and drummer Daniel Adair.

I don't get why Nickelback is hated so much. Because 'unoriginal music'? Yet they were hated bewrly as much as Justin Bieber. I'm sorry, but I don't get it

Man he sucks so hard

17 Rush Rush was a Canadian progressive rock band that was formed in 1968. The band has had an iconic lineup since 1975, which included Neil Peart (Drums, Percussion), Geddy Lee (Vocals, Bass, Keyboards), and the guitarist, Alex Lifeson. Peart passed away after a 3 year battle with brain cancer in January of ...read more.

I love Rush but I can see why people hate Rush- Geddy Lee's voice is very high pitched.

I love Rush. And I honestly haven't met anyone who actively hates them. So much talent from just 3 members.

18 Bob Dylan Bob Dylan is an American singer-songwriter, author, and artist who has been an influential figure in popular music and culture for more than five decades.

Some of the general public may "hate" him but most musicians and artists appreciate and respect him, and credit him with being a strong influence. His spontaneity and experiments puts some off as well as his voice, "too deep" or unclear lyrics etc while others watch in awe, wonder and appreciation, trying to keep up.
I find his use of his voice often to be similar to a great actor and fitting to the songs, often an extension of the songs; otherwise, he's singing as he can and expressing his own songs and interpretations - doesn't have to be for everyone but it's certainly been for more than enough

Sure he's got a "different" voice (And on that I find enjoyable! ). He's also had his share of controversial actions as well as things he's said (Most recently the comments on Merle Haggard), but he's just doing what he wants to do. There's nothing wrong with that to me!

Why would anyone hate on Bob Dylan? Because of his voice? That's not really a good reason on why you should hate on Bob.

He is a legend. Unfortunately he sounds like a zombie nowadays

19 One Direction One Direction (commonly abbreviated as 1D) were a British-Irish pop boy band based in London, composed of Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, and previously, Zayn Malik until his departure from the band on 25 March 2015. The group signed with Simon Cowell's record label Syco Records after forming and finishing third in the seventh series of the British televised singing competition The X Factor in 2010. Propelled to international success by social media, One Direction's four albums, Up All Night (2011), Take Me Home, Midnight Memories and Four topped charts in most major markets, and generated hit singles including "What Makes You Beautiful", "Live While We're Young", and ...read more.

People hate on them too much and they miss out on all of the really good things they wrie
If you were to examine any song they have written piece by piece you will find many beautiful messages

20 Linkin Park Linkin Park is an American alternative rock band formed in Agoura Hills, California, in 1996. The current members include Mike Shinoda (vocals, keyboards, rhythm guitar), Brad Delson (guitar), Dave "Phoenix" Farrell (bass), Joe Hahn (DJ), and Rob Bourdon (drums). Linkin Park is associated with a mixture of alternative rock, hip hop, and techno. Some of their influences include Nine Inch Nails, Deftones,... read more
21 The Cars The Cars were an American rock band that emerged from the new wave scene in the late 1970s. The band originated in Boston, Massachusetts in 1976, with singer, rhythm guitarist and songwriter Ric Ocasek, singer and bassist Benjamin Orr, lead guitarist Elliot Easton, keyboardist Greg Hawkes and drummer ...read more.

How can anyone hate them? They are all very talented musicians and their music is awesome. I love The Cars. So many great hits and so underrated. They need more credit.

I will now question as to why the legendary cars are hated. What is simply not to like? Talented catchy geniuses if you ask me.

Well, I like them. 'You Might Think' and 'Just What I Needed' are among my favourite songs. 'My Best Friend's Girl' is great too.

Yes, they completely "sold out" in the '80s. But they were still darned good!

22 Iggy Azalea Amethyst Amelia Kelly, born June 7, 1990 known professionally as Iggy Azalea, is an Australian rapper, singer, songwriter, and model.
23 Kanye West Ye (born Kanye Omari West; June 8, 1977) is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer and fashion designer. He is regarded as one of the most influential, as well as controversial, artists of the 21st century. ...read more.

Yeah he is overhated, actually he is more talented than most of people think, just pay attention to what he makes, his music is rich, as rich than rock might be. Also, he makes with kid cudi what I consider as one of the greatest rap album which is kids see ghost.

Overhated by people who know nothing about rap.

24 Rihanna Robyn Rihanna Fenty is a Barbadian-American pop singer. Born in Saint Michael and raised in Bridgetown, she first entered the music industry by recording demo tapes under the direction of record producer Evan Rogers in 2003. She ultimately signed a recording contract with Def Jam Recordings after auditioning ...read more.
25 Lady Gaga Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta, known professionally as Lady Gaga, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress.

On the start of her career, she performed at an event called the Lollapalooza Festival during 2007 whereby a record label company Interscope found her due to her performance being “amusing” to watch. Since Interscope found her, she was a mastermind behind her songs with a team of producers namely Rob Fusari and RedOne. Most of her songs were deep unreleased cuts, due to her having more than 30 songs and 17 were picked. ...read more.

I've seen several comments about her being satanic just because she's being herself. Although she's also more loved than hated, people hate her for weird reasons sometimes

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