Top Ten Most Underrated Pop Artists
Singers who deserve more attention in the pop genre
Sia Kate Isobelle Furler (born December 18, 1975), referred to mononymously as Sia, is an Australian singer and songwriter. She released her debut album in 1997 but mainly gained mainstream attention in the 2010s... read more She's a great artist. I believe people underestimate her because all of her songs contain REAL MEANING, something most pop listeners can't understand anymore as their brains are so used to lighthearted AUTOTUNED hits produced my mediocre artists. Sia produces real music and despite her fear of the stage, she's simoly amazing.
She is the pop artist I respect the most. She's real. So many people only know her for Chandelier and Elastic Heart. She also sang Hostage, Fire Meet Gasoline, Big Girls Cry, The Girl You Lost to Cocaine about her depression and addiction. She uses no auto tune.
Melanie Adele Martinez is an American singer and songwriter. She gained fame after appearing on the television singing competition The Voice, where she was a member of Team Adam. Martinez is known for her concept albums and unique visual style. Nothing against to her, she's original but I just don't like her.
Her videoclips are just creepy, she's a beautiful girl but she uses mape up and looks like a clown, she acts like a baby in her clips which is creepy, there's nothing special about her voice, she's smoking and her music is so depressing. Okay, some people like this and it's okay but I definitely don't.
She acts like a psycho. But she's actually talented and original.
At one point, I went from mainstream songs to secondary artists. I went from Bea Miller to Phoebe Ryan to Halsey to Sia, but I didn't like all of their song; just one or two. Then I found Melanie Martinez while looking at random music videos. I fell in love with ALL of her songs, and was the first artist that I really liked and focused on. The message is kind of disturbing, yet amazing.
Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, known by her stage name Halsey, is an American singer and songwriter. She was born on September 29, 1994 in New Jersey. She started her career by releasing songs on SoundCloud, and now she is a well-known pop singer with hits like Bad at Love, and Now or Never. She had originated... read more Halsey and Melanie are the worst out there. Melanie is a little better as she's actually making a little more alternative music, Halsey on the other hand is a pop "artist", and I use artist loosely. She markets her aesthetic more than her music which By the way halsey fans, SHES NOT MAKING SOME REVOLUTIONARY MUSIC! It's subpar and not special. Nowadays Halsey trying to be Alternative is being mainstream as trying to be different is now doing the same thing as everyone else. Halsey is not the second coming of Christ chill the hell out
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 She used to be really popular in the early 2000's, it's just that time has changed people sleep on her now. I wouldn't say that she's underrated
Love her pop-rock style and I don't know why so many people don't know her?
Listen to her songs all the time. My favorite is "This Is How You Remind Me"
Carly Rae Jepsen is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Mission, British Columbia, and later based in Los Angeles. She's best known for her 2012 hit single "Call Me Maybe", which topped charts worldwide... read more She's my queen I love her so much. I want to go on the dedicated tour but I can't. Her new album is called dedicated I will put the album on at my funeral I love her so much nothing can compare all y'all haters can go bye bye.
Carly's last album, E·mo·tion, deserves so much more recognition! All of the songs are well-written and have an infectious vibe. It's a shame that Carly's only known for Call Me Maybe; her newer songs are much better. She's a much more talented singer, songwriter than people realize, and her new album certainly proves that!
Lana Del Rey is a California-based singer and songwriter who currently lives in Malibu, California. She was born Elizabeth Woolridge Grant on June 21, 1985, in Manhattan, New York, to Robert England Grant Jr. and Patricia Ann Hill. She was raised in Lake Placid and has two younger siblings, Caroline... read more SO MANY PEOLPLE are saying she can't sing! If you are talking about her SNL performance, how would you feel if people always just bugged you about your worst mistakes all the time! Her range is really big and when she hits the high notes, it is like listening to an angel! Her songs are mostly really meaningful and when I listen to her voice, I feel calm and that there is one person who really understands me in life, and that is, Lana Del Rey.
I honestly don't like her music style and her songs but I am in love with,Blue Jeans". I heard a girl singing this song and I liked it more than the original but then I started to listen the original and I keep him on repeat and I love it
Marina Lambrini Diamandis, better known by her former stage name "Marina and The Diamonds" and now simply as Marina, is a Welsh singer-songwriter. Born in Brynmawr and raised in nearby Pandy, she moved to London as a teenager to pursue a music career. She is known for her unique songwriting style and... read more She's unique and underrated. There's a miscomprehension of her style and once you understand what she tries to transmit, you become an automatic fan.
Oh come on, I absolutely LOVE her music! She needs to be in the top ten
She's the queen, and you know it when you hear her singing.
Lily Rose Beatrice Allen, known professionally as Lily Allen, is an English singer, songwriter, actress, and television presenter. She rose to fame with her debut album Alright, Still in 2006. Allen is also known for her outspokenness and involvement in political and social commentary. She took a lot of stands on political views, for example f you was against George Bush, and should be every homosexual person's theme song.
She has a lot of bad words, yet that's just her being all unique. And she only has about 100k subs! She's so underrated.
Adorable, badass, British babe. Everything you could ask for in music with her accent as the cherry on top!
Michelle Jacquet DeSevren Branch is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. During the early 2000s, she released two top-selling albums, The Spirit Room and Hotel Paper. She also collaborated with Santana on the Grammy Award-winning single The Game of Love. Used to be big but still very underrated. listen to Hotel Paper. its an amazing album, just critics didn't really like it.
I remember her on mtv back in the day. Everywhere was a great song.
Her voice just makes me melt. All you wanted was perfect
Grace Martine Tandon, professionally known as Daya, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She gained recognition with her debut single Hide Away in 2015, which achieved commercial success. Daya later collaborated with The Chainsmokers on the hit song Don't... read more Daya is by far my favorite artist. She has such amazing music, yet when I talk about her no one knows who she is! Everyone only knows her from Sit Still, Look Pretty. Honestly, I like her unpopular songs better! This is why I think the amazing singer Daya is super underrated.
I loved her a ton in the past, I still listen to her. She isn’t my favourite though. I remember when I was obsessed with her and I constantly told my friends about her but they had no idea who she was
Known for making two pretty bad-meh songs in my opinion, hide away and sit still look pretty. but her other songs (such as New) are so much better!
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Sky Tonia Ferreira is an American singer, songwriter, model, and actress. As a teenager, she gained attention by uploading videos of her singing to Myspace, which led to her discovery by producers Bloodshy and Avant. She released her debut EP, As If!, in 2011, featuring electropop and dance influences... read more She's only known for Everything is Embarrassing and You're not the one but that's about it. One and Sad Dream are bops that should've gotten on Billboard
Marianas Trench is a Canadian rock band from Vancouver, British Columbia, formed in 2001. The band consists of Josh Ramsay, Matt Webb, Mike Ayley, and Ian Casselman. They are known for their theatrical style and albums such as Masterpiece Theatre (2009) and Ever After (2011).
Elle King is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Her musical style encompasses country, soul, rock, and blues. King's debut single Ex's & Oh's reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2015. I love Elle King so much her voice is so powerful and her songs are mesmerizing my favorites are song of sorrow and ain’t gonna drown
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 He's the absolute best! I just discovered his music a couple of months ago but he has easily become my favorite. Normally I wouldn't bother listening to music by former youtubers but Troye Sivan's music is just amazing. He has come a long way and still has a long way to go and I sure as hell will be here all the way.
He is the best and his songs are so heartwarming. I love him recommended 100/10
I bet this new album will be more mainstream than blue neighbourhood, well-known for 'youth' and sometimes 'wild' but I def 100% recommend especially 'for him' or 'dkla'
Miranda Taylor Cosgrove is an American actress, singer, and songwriter. Her career began at the age of three when she appeared in television commercials. Cosgrove made her film debut in 2003 as Summer Hathaway in School of Rock. She took on several minor television roles before gaining prominence as... read more She only has a few songs. She doesn't make songs anymore.
I thought she was on that iCarly.
Cher Lloyd is an English singer, songwriter, rapper, and model. She rose to fame in 2010 after finishing fourth in the seventh series of The X Factor. Following the show, she released her debut single Swagger Jagger, which topped the UK Singles Chart. She has a good singing voice but simon cowell really made her terrible like with most of the other artists he ruins
She hasn't done anything special to be honest, she's underrated for a reason. 'swagger jagger", 'want you back', 'i wish'. MEH. her songs are okay but there nothing special
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... read more She's not underrated, she's just old. She use to be popular in the early 2000's
Her voice is angelic to be honest
Christina Judith Perri is an American singer and songwriter from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. After her debut single "Jar of Hearts" was featured on the television series So You Think You Can Dance in 2010, Perri signed with Atlantic Records and released her debut extended play, The Ocean Way Sessions... read more I'm not a fan of modern pop music. But I've always appreciated Christina Perri's efforts to work independently and the tremendous effort she puts into her music, which digs below not only the surface of superficiality but also has an empowering essence.
She is probably one of the best. For some reason she is underrated. I listened to much of her songs and I liked them all. So please support her and a bunch of other artists I know. She is one of the best.
Human and A Thousand Years brought tears to my eyes.
Alecia Beth Moore, known professionally as P!NK, is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress. She rose to prominence in the early 2000s with her R&B-influenced debut album Can't Take Me Home (2000). P!NK is known for her powerful vocals, acrobatic stage presence, and numerous hit singles,... read more Pink? Underrated? Um, excuse me, but if Pink was really underrated then What About Us wouldn't have been playing in every restaurant, store, and on the radio every 10 minutes for several months. Halsey is really underrated, I would rather listen to her than What About Us by far.
I wish more people knew about her. In my school, I'm her only fan. It's sad, she can sing without auto tune and she has a great voice and nice style, she is original.
I am 11 and I absolutely LOVE P! NK, she is definitely underrated
Charles Otto "Charlie" Puth Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. His initial exposure came through the viral success of song videos he uploaded to YouTube. He gained mainstream recognition with the release of "See You Again" in 2015, a collaboration with Wiz Khalifa for the Furious... read more I liked his older joke songs better, but his newer and more funky songs like how long and attention are SO much better
His sobs are so good but all I'm hearing on the radio is One Call Away, Attention and We Don't Talk Anymore
He's very popular and one of my favorite male artists.
Emily Jordan Osment is an American actress, singer, and songwriter born in Los Angeles, California. She began her career as a child actress, gaining recognition for her role in the Spy Kids series. She later starred as Lilly Truscott in the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana and has since appeared... read more She got a good voice, in I like her song call love sick. BEST SINGER THEN MILEY CYRUS!
Andrew John Hozier‑Byrne, known mononymously as Hozier, is an Irish musician, singer, and songwriter. He rose to fame in 2013 with his debut single Take Me to Church, which became a global hit. Hozier has since released multiple critically acclaimed albums and is known for his soulful voice and poetic... read more This guy has an impressive voice. He should have more hits. I hope he doesn't join the one hit wonder club...
I love hozier but if I'm not mistaken he's alternative not pop.
Little Mix is a British girl group formed in 2011. The group originally consisted of Jade Thirlwall, Perrie Edwards, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, and Jesy Nelson. Jesy Nelson left the group in 2020, and the remaining trio continued performing and releasing music until their hiatus in 2022. They are the most underrated girl group ever. Their songs are empowering for girls and they have real meaning. They are all very sweet and extremely talented and they all give each other a time to shine on stage, they are equals and there is no "lead singer" like in other groups (cough, Camila Cabello).
They make empowering music like I understand they are trying to deliver a message, but it does;t sound catchy or good, the way that the construct the music instrumentally, and sometimes lyrically just don't go.
Colbie Marie Caillat is an American singer-songwriter. She rose to fame through the social networking website Myspace, where her music gained widespread popularity. Her debut album, Coco, was released in 2007 and included the hit single Bubbly.
Owl City is an American synthpop and electronica project created in 2007 in Owatonna, Minnesota. It is the most successful of several music projects by singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Adam Young. Owl City gained widespread fame with the 2009 hit single Fireflies, which topped the Billboard... read more Adam is just AMAZING! His songs are so clearly written to inspire, and it's really sad that not everyone has heard his music. His music is a lot more than Fireflies! I guarantee that his music will uplift if you are feeling down. The best part is his music has stayed the same imaginative and uplifting songs throughout 10+ years. He's hands down the best artist out there!
Should be number 1, he's one of the few pop artists who still puts soul into his music, EXTREMELY UNDERRATED!
AJR is an American indie pop trio composed of multi-instrumentalist brothers Adam, Jack and Ryan Metzger. The trio is a DIY alternative-pop group who write, produce and mix their own material in the living room of their Chelsea apartment. They are most well known for their songs such as "BANG!", "Weak",... read more