Top Ten Singers of the 21st Century

The Top Ten
1 Jackie Evancho Jacqueline Marie "Jackie" Evancho is an American classical crossover singer who gained wide recognition at an early age. Since 2009, she has issued an EP and eight albums, including a platinum and gold album, and three Billboard 200 top 10 debuts. Evancho's latest album 'The Debut', was her eighth consecutive release to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Classical Albums chart. In 2017, Evancho performed the U.S. national anthem at the presidential inauguration of Donald Trump and became the youngest person ever to perform a concert series at Café Carlyle.

I had died for my 2nd time...and had almost given up as all my friends and mother passed during the year, and I was in extreme pain from a golf ball sized kidney stone..which had prevented me from walking for years...and every day waking up was like giving birth with no pain killers...some how seeing Jackie at 8 years old perked my curiosity, she was very special, not perfect but special. and just following her climb to grab her dream motivated me to hang in there...that was 9 years ago, I quit chain smoking cold turkey, and drinking, and have started working out and sharing my inventions freely...now that I am friends with her, and her family, I help where I can, but I can't help; feeling I was touched by a angel., and she is the primary reason I am here to support her in her quest...Larrie Cole, humble fan for life.

Jackie Evancho has definitely the best voice in existence. I and all my friends listen to her daily - and buy her albums and DVD's - and wish there were more. Her voice truly could heal this troubled world - she has an ethereal quality and truth to her voice that is exceptional. David Foster once said "imagine her voice in ten years? " I can't - her voice is sooo fantastic - and she's not even 17 yet - (well, in 7 more days ;) Thank God for Jackie Evancho and thank God for our good fortune to hear such perfection!

Jackie is the ONE that deserves that top spot and if there are people out there denying that... Please please please get your ears checked out by a professional. Jokes aside, she is the best you'll ever get and no poll or human being will tell me differently or change my mind about her. Jackie is different from other artists and that's what makes her different. She is EXTRAORDINARY!

For her classical crossover talent and fame I often say "Bravo Evancho" after a moving performance (which they are consistently so)... But her varied voice abilities are well adapted for current POP music as well... and I think I love her voice, her humble but lovely demeanor and endearing personality just might make her the best of the best so far at least in this new millennia.

2 Babbu Maan Tejinder Singh "Babbu" Maan is an Indian singer-songwriter, music director, actor and film producer.

Babbu maan at a he is genius all in one

Babbu Maan best in all over world... Salute to him

He is a great entertainer! He always raises social issues through his singing! He is a combo pack of a lyricist, musician, a great Singer and a very good Actor! He is the pride of Punjab, Punjabis and Punjabi language. He is very humble person! And I always love to listen him. We love him and we are proud of #BabbuMaan. #respect.

Babbu maan is the only artist who sings in his own his own music and lyrics... He never think about hit or flop philosophy that's why he is a legend...

3 K.S. Chithra Krishnan Nair Shantakumari Chithra, often credited as K. S. Chithra or simply Chithra, is an Indian playback singer from Kerala. Chithra also sings Indian classical, devotional, and popular music.

She definitely will change the music industry, and absolutely is the best musician and probably soul to bless the world in a very long time.

You have a melodious voice and a good smile. Your voice provides relief from all tensions and pains. Each and every song is unique, and you mold your voice accordingly for each one. This is commendable.

I like her voice and song very much. I know all of her song. I listen every time. Among the singers I Like her the most. I am very happy to know that she is one of the best 21st century singer.

4 Eminem Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III, is an American rapper, actor and music producer born on October 17, 1972 in St. Joseph, Missouri. Eminem has sold over 300 million records making him the bestselling hip-hop artist of all time. In addition to his solo career, he is a member of D12 and (with Royce da 5'9") half of the hip-hop duo Bad Meets Evil. Rolling Stone ranked him 83rd on its list of 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, calling him the King of Hip Hop. Including his work with D12 and Bad Meets Evil, Eminem has had ten number-one albums on the Billboard 200 and 5 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100, and 13 worldwide.

Eminem GOD FOREVER. LISTEN TO HIS ANY SONG BETTER THAN THAT BULL OUT THERE.What the hell a Punjabi rapper like babu maan is doing on top. You foolish people's do you even understand anything about rap.

Eminem is amazing. His songs are about tough life, about problems which aren't typical problems. They are just...Eminemastic. And I think so, he is the best person ever. He is a king and a God of rap. Really.

He puts his rap out, he's got really good flow, his lyrics is unbeatable, his 1st beat in "The Way I Am" was excellent and catchy, his songs are BEST!

I don't need to say anything apart from n the true shady fans will understand this but Eminem that's MY OPINION NO ONE WILL EVER MATCH HIM EVER

5 Bruno Mars Peter Gene Hernandez, professionally known by his stage name Bruno Mars, is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, and choreographer. ...read more.

He is the best, His live performances are so good, really nobody can touch his level currently, He is one of those that are godly talented and immensely famous at the same time

His songs suck, but no doubt he still has a great voice.

He's fit and such a good singer songwrighter what else could you want?

His songs aren't that noisy and has that BEAT!

6 Adele Adele Laurie Blue Adkins (born 5 May 1988) is an English singer and songwriter. Graduating from the BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology in 2006, Adele was given a recording contract by XL Recordings after a friend posted her demo on Myspace the same year. She is best known with her international hit singles like Rolling in the Deep, Someone Like You, Hello, Easy On Me and the success of her second, third and fourth studio album which is 21, 25 and 30.

Only Adele can perform a live and make me think It's the official music video. No doubt. Best.

I can't describe how beautiful her voice is.

No comparing, she's the best ever

The best, simples

7 Chester Bennington Chester Charles Bennington (March 20th, 1976 - July 20th, 2017) was an American musician, singer, songwriter and actor, best known for being the lead singer of Linkin Park. Before he was known for Linkin Park, Bennington was the lead singer of post-grunge act Grey Daze who was heavily inspired by Stone Temple Pilots they released two albums with Chester before his death. Wake Me and No Sun Today, a third album called Amends would be released in 2020 consisting of voice samples from Bennington. After Grey Daze dissolved, Bennington would join Linkin Parkin in 1999 formerly called Hybrid Theory, replacing former vocalist Mark Wakefield, who would go on to become Taproot's producer. Even with Bennington's ...read more.

Chester could sing like an angel and scream like the devil. He had versatility and he put it too good use. He always sang his heart out and every word sounds genuine, both live and in studio. He is this generation's Freddie Mercury in the sense that nobody knows how to sing like him or sound like him and that he was gone too soon. He saved millions of lives through his music, but nobody was able to save him. Another musical gem lost. RIP Chester.

I was waiting for him. Looked on so many lists, and couldn't find not only the best singer of the 31st century in my humble opinion, but one of the best of all time (with number one being no other than Mr Freddie Mercury). His voice can do so many things, he can sing like an angel and scream like the devil, with a more than impressive vocal range. I really wish I could see him in concert, what a beautiful voice so tragically silenced. Rest easy Chester. ❤❤

The versatility in Chester's voice can never be compared to any singer ever. He can scream, scring (scream + sing), sing melodiously, sing grunge..and much more.. God damn just look at the capibilities of his voice. Chester Charles Bennington is the best singer that has ever layed foot on this planet

He has this sharpness in his voice that tears through everything in its path, and just keeps moving. He is one of the best singers of all time and definitely the best singer of 21st century...

8 Adam Lambert Adam Mitchel Lambert is an American singer, songwriter and stage actor. Since 2009, he has sold over 2.5 million albums and 5 million singles worldwide.

He is the best singer actually, just listen him with queen or some of his songs, his vocals are incredible.

Why on earth isn't he on this list?! He's the best singer hands down! Haha come on Glamberts!

He deserves number 3 spot!

9 Sia Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, referred to mononymously as Sia, is an Australian singer and songwriter. She released her debut album in 1997 but mainly gained mainstrem attention in the 2010s. In 2021, she released the highly controversial film "Music". The film has received negative reviews online.

Her music has breath-taking passion. Many of her lyrics deal with painful experiences in her life. She's written music ever since the mid 90's!

She has such a beautiful strong voice

10 Hansi Kürsch Hansi Kürsch, born Hans Jürgen Kürsch, is the lead singer, lyricist, co-composer and bassist for German power metal band Blind Guardian . Heavily influenced by Freddie Mercury, he creates a huge choir effect by overdubbing his own voice multiple times in complex, overlapping vocal harmonies. He records each vocal track individually because harmonizers and "perfect pitch" programs don't work with his voice due to distortion and the natural double layer effects his vocal cords have .
His early technique made use of a more aggressive and harsher, "screaming" technique . ...read more.

Great singer. Whats the spam vote look like?

The Contenders
11 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.

What is mother monster lady GaGa doing at position 38. Come on people she is the queen of pop

Her recent music has been very personal and it's incredible.
Listen to: Million Reasons or Till It Happens to You

12 Chris Cornell Christopher John "Chris" Cornell was an American rock musician and singer-songwriter, best known as the lead vocalist, primary songwriter and rhythm guitarist for Seattle rock band Soundgarden and as former lead vocalist and songwriter for the supergroup Audioslave. His vocal range was C2 to A5, while his highest notes went up to G6. He died on May 17, 2017.

The intro song to casino royale that chris sang showcased his talents as a bluesy rock soul singer. While some of his songs are admittedly boring and repetative (black hole sun, like a stone) he undoubtedly had one of the most versatile voices of his time which shined in songs like cochise, spoonman, and doesn't remind me. RIP to this humble singing legend, we miss you Chris.

13 Nate Ruess Nathaniel Joseph Ruess is an American singer and songwriter. He is the lead singer of the indie pop band Fun., and previously of The Format. As of 2015, he also performs as a solo musician.

He has a great voice

Has all the ranges

14 Myles Kennedy Myles Richard Kennedy is an American musician, singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the rock band Alter Bridge, and as the lead vocalist in Slash's current band: Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators.

Myles Kennedy is just better than anyone above him in this list. I mean, Katy Perry and Bruno Mars? Really? Which of them has a near 5-octave range? Which one can accidentally turn a 2 second note into a 20 second note just because they're having fun with the song they're singing, and pull it off easily?

How is this dude not at the top. His voice is so unique and he range surpasses most. Seriously Bruno mars, rhianna etc above him? People seriously don't understand music anymore. And Chris Cornell at 14? Ok then, he's easily top 3

Simply the best, Mr Myles Kennedy, don't know the fascination with talentless pop celebrities though!

15 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 for its then-president, hip-hop producer and rapper Jay Z.

U r voice is stunning I like your music

16 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

Taylor swift is a very pretty soul who I've followed since I was 5 years old. I love her country, but you know people change sometimes. She puts her effort into all of hers songs. Her feelings, she can share them and I can feel them fresh. Her voice is makes me feel strong!

Taylor Swift has a sweet voice and she has written or co-written all of her songs! She is an amazing singer-songwriter who deserves all the success that she has got. She works hard and her lyrics are beautiful.

Taylor Swift is the worst pop singer. Always singing about boyfriends and breakups. Why isn't Katy Perry on this list. She is definitely a far better singer than Taylor Swift.

17 Amy Winehouse Amy Jade Winehouse was an English singer and songwriter known for her deep expressive contralto vocals and her eclectic mix of musical genres, including soul, rhythm and blues, and jazz. She is also a well-known member of the 27 Club, as she overdosed on alcohol at age 27.

Amy Winehouse is one of the best voices in music. She writes her own songs, she had her own style image, and her voice was just so amazing and different. One things for sure there will never ever be another singer like her. It's such a shame she died so young and how she died it could of been prevented if she had the right help at the right time. R.I.p amy Winehouse..

She is absolutely fantastic! Should be in top 10 definitely. She writes her own songs and has the most amazing voice.

She's truly the last diva. Her influence on famous singers like Adele will be seen for the rest of our lives.
Listen to: Tears Dry on Their Own, Back to Black, or Our Day Will Come

She is number because she changed the Music industry I don't believe the once above her have

18 Patrick Stump Patrick Martin Stumph, known professionally as Patrick Vaughn Stump, is an American singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, actor and music critic, best known as the lead vocalist, guitarist, pianist and composer of Fall Out Boy, an American rock band from Wilmette, Illinois.
19 Justin Timberlake Justin Randall Timberlake is an American singer-songwriter, actor, dancer, and record producer. Born and raised in Tennessee, he appeared on the television shows Star Search and The All-New Mickey Mouse Club as a child.

Are you kidding me! He must be at the top of the list... He is prince of pop...

Why is he all the way down here!

20 Charice Pempengco Jake Zyrus (born Charmaine Clarice Relucio Pempengco, formerly known by the mononym Charice), is a Filipino singer who rose to popularity through YouTube. He is a transgender man.
21 Dimash Kudaibergen Dinmukhamed Kanatuly Kudaibergenov, commonly known as Dimash Kudaibergen (born May 24th, 1994) is a Kazakh singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Dimash is best known as a contestant of Chinese talent show "Singer 2017" where he was declared a runner-up. He is also known for possessing a wide vocal range, measuring up to 5 octaves.

Dimash is the best of the best, he is unique and phenomenal!

He is the only one of his kind

He is the best singer!

22 P!nk Alecia Beth Moore known professionally as P!NK, is an American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress.

Pink should be higher on the list. She has an amazing voice and her songs are so beautiful she's brilliant!

P! Nk is so cool and her songs achally have meaning! P! Nk forever! PS no offense, but why is Kanye West here?

23 Beyoncé Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, is an American singer and actress, who started out in the popular pop/r&b girl group Destiny's Child. They had multiple top 5 hits such as "No, No, No", "Say My Name", "Bills, Bills, Bills", "Survivor", "Independent Women", "Bootylicious", and "Jumpin', Jumpin" from 1999 to 2004. After they broke up in 2006, Beyonce pursued her solo career, creating smash hits such as "Crazy In Love", "Single Ladies", "Halo", "Partition", "Irreplaceable", "Drunk In Love", "Baby Boy", "Beautiful Liar", "7/11", and "Run The World (Girls)", and has since become one of the most influential performers and biggest celebrities of the 21st century.

Wide range spanning 4 to 5 octaves. Perfect trills, growls and melismas. A great staccato singer. Versatile singer. Exceptional musical phrasing and toning and no one understands harmonising like her - Heavenly melodies. Listen to Halo, Dangerously in Love, I Care, 1+1, Crazy in Love and Perfect Duet to get a glimpse of the view that I'm trying to point out to you about her delivery on songs. The best singer and certainly THE GREATEST VOCALIST of the 21st Century.

More of an entertainer, she is great onstage overall with her dancing and production values, but her singing by itself is really not that great.

Such an amazing voice, great range and power. An all round great performer with an amazing stage presence and professionalism.

Can someone please explain why Avril Lavinge is even on this list? Beyonce should be in the top 3.

24 Shreya Ghoshal Shreya Ghoshal is an Indian playback singer. She has received twelve National Film Awards, twenty Filmfare Awards and eight Filmfare Awards South to date.

She is the best singer of all time and has such a magical voice. Lots of love and good wishes.

Awesome voice! One of the best voices I have ever heard!

Her voice just dissolves into song... Gives it a taste...

One of the best voice of industry

25 Hariharan Hariharan is an Indian playback singer who has sung for Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Bhojpuri, Punjabi, Gujarati and Rajasthani films, an established and foremost ghazal singer and composer, and one of the pioneers of Indian fusion music . In 2004, he was honoured with the Padma ...read more.
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