Greatest Singing Voice of All Time

Michael Jackson is absolutely amazing I love him soo much :]

I`m Chinese, I like MJ more than I can say. MJ, the king of the world, he`s invincible. Americans should be proud of him, he has moved the world.

Am a musician, basicali we judge basing on onez vocal strength, music is 4 d soul, MJ surely was good, elvis, wow marih carrey, whitney and many others o n bruno mars. Just wait 4 me, am aine a ugandan

he is unique

He's the best

Vitas is unparalleled in vocals. To experience Vitas is to become immersed in companionship and emotion that lay dormant too long. He is the flower of all that artists have brought to us through the ages.

Ann's singing is better than ever. She can take you mind, heart and soul to new heights with flawless melodies and lyrics filled with emotion. Ann has never missed a beat and delivers what we expect as what is truly amazing.

Her voice is beautiful. And more importantly, she has a special quality that too many beautiful voices lack -- she puts such emotion into a song that you can't help but just *feel* every word.

Even today, this woman is UNBELIEVABLE! And she and her sister sang about being powerful women but they still showed HUGE respect for men, relationships, etc. They are a once in a lifetime team. Only teams that compare are John Lennon and Paul McCartney and Don Henley and Glenn Frey.

Fantastic voice and range-great variety of styles too-she needs to be number 1-the ones above her are all limited in their musical styles and vocals-even though they are brilliant at what they do.

Sarah is the Perfection in music. She is just WONDERFUL!

Just amazing...

Steve Perry's voice is pure perfection, has never been another voice even close to his!

The best voice ever. Superb tone and quality to his golden voice. It is a pity he does not tour so that people in other countries can hear such perfection. He has not been heard or seen enough. Is he a recluse? His legacy will be remembered though he is so much more talented than other well known people. The fame game I guess.

Steve Perry known as the voice is truely amazing he should be number one. Mj in my opinion is number one only because of his popularity because of his death. I love mj, don't get me wrong. But when it comes to vocals it goes to Steve Perry. It's the king of pop vs the voice. Steve is known as THE VOICE for a reason... Celine dion, mj, Freddy murcury, Bruce spreingsteen, Elvis, Frankie lymon, and of course number one Steve Perry in my opinion all have best vocals ever. The voice = #1

The first man to create a solo voice orgy.

The best voice in the history of rock and roll, the leading singer of my dream band. A pristine voice accompanied by a flamboyant character.

Freddie Mercury could sing anything from rock to opera, he has a 3 1/2 octave range and he entertained, he was magical.

iloveviolence

Amazing voice this lady has!

Without a doubt Shirley Bassey has one of the greatest voices of all time! With such a powerful voice she can sing in just about any genre of music you give her.

Frank Sinatra, the chairman of the Board once said, 'Take Shirley Bassey who has the greatest set of vocal pipes in the world! "

Shirley Bassey's voice is awesome!

The King! No Doubt He's The Best. Great Vocal Range, With Real Character To His Voice. 31 Number One Singles, 21 Number One Albums. Records For Days!

SUCH TENDER TONES BUT ABLE TO ROUGH IT UP TO SUIT! THE GREATEST EVER. HIS VOICE CAN MAKE YO CRY!

there was no one close to him he sold more records then anybody and his voice was the best!

Marie is awesome!

The best singing voice of all time = Marie Picasso

When you hear Carey sing, its like listening to an angel. There's so much to her voice that cannot be compared to the likes of Celine Dion and Whitney Houston. The power, the range, the quality, and the soul of her voice are beyond talented! She's undoubtedly the Queen of Pop, Queen of Rnb, Queen of Billboard Charts, Queen of Melismas, and The Voice of our Generation!

The best female recording artist in history, I mean do I need to explain more?!

The greatest voice, choice in material questionable, but the greatest voice even twenty years of unbelievable stretching and flexing, that miraculous pitch and unique tone, she manages incredible vocal feats. In what voices dream to be, she is that. Though many would avoid her path in tastes.

Love whitney, best pure vocals. Call me naive but get ready to add adam lambert to this list. All of these people are amazing!

I love whitney so much! She has the perfect voice of an angel and the most beautiful voice I have ever heard! Shes no. 1

for me she's the greatest singer of all-time in the whole wide world! her voice is solid and pure! no one can ever be compared to whitney! need proof? listen to her live rendition of "amazing grace" and you will agree with me, hands down

I thought we said best voice of all time? Celine dion, Arethra Franklin, Mariah, Whitney, Patsy Cline, etc... You know, good voices. Where does Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley, Steve Perry, etc - good dancers, entertainers fit in on this list. This list is almost a complete waste for finding good voices because some people junked it up with singers that belong in different categories.

WE love you celine!

She is the best among them all, and she deserves the best

By far the best voice of all time, shes the whole package. Her voice is timeless and I don't think another like hers will come around.

SHE IS AN AMAZING SINGER AND CAN OUT SHINE ANY OTHER FEMALE SINGER OUT THERE

Can't believe she's not at least in the top ten... how could that be?

Karen Carpenter has a warm, beautiful smooth voice that I believe no one, except maybe Nat "King" Cole and Barbra Streistand.

Her tone and clarity, like smooth velvet, will ensure she remains as a favourite for all time.

The best period. Pure perfection.

This man sings like an angel, classical, rock, falsetto, he can do it all!

Among a world filled with overpowering Britney Spears stands above the rest. Her unique vocals allows her voice to hit every emotion, and that is what puts her above the rest.

From her debut charismatic vocals in the timely classic "... Baby one more time"(1998) to her seductive, yet appealingly unique and sexy, vocals in "Toxic" (2004), Britney Spears has proven that she is the whole package. First striping herself down to the world in 1998, she showed that she was like no other teenage girl and neither was her voice. Although not of the strongest in her generation, her voice will forever be quickly identifiable and grab our attentions faster than the 6 o clock news on 9/11.

she touches me when she sings and I think that's what makes a great artist, it's not about how loud you sing or about how you can hit high notes, it's how real you are and she has that, Everytime is a pop masterpiece

Declans voice as a boy singer was without any doubt the purest and most enjoyable, way ahead of his contempories. Add to that his appealing natural personality, he was a winner, a star - but where are you now Declan? you can still win the hearts of your fans and the British people with your great mature voice. If Sir Cliff Richard can do it, you certainly can... looking forward to hearing more of your singing in the future!

kj10hay

he has a voice from heaven！he is so lovely and handsome

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Declan is NOT an angel. Hes just a person with a voice as wide as a field of grass. A very nice field of grass.

she is having great singing voice than any others

vkklaw

Her voice is heart touching, she ablity to sing all kind of songs from bottom of heart

vkklaw

signature voice that been love of the million people in the whole wolrd... nothing else but he...

He has mad skills for vocals!

pure awesome he could sing any note perfectly

the only voice I've heard that actually brings tears to my eyes.

Josh Groban has the voice of the century - not just the decade! He's the whole package. Voice, looks, personality, sense of humour, kind, thoughtful, generous and hilariously funny and goofy - he's adorkable as well as being adorable. Just love the guy for being his usual humble self. Jerusha xx

hands down the best singer in our time

Absolute best! Hands down. Bar none. No equals. End of story

No looks or style just the greatest singing voice EVER

Jay Black and Glenn Danzig should be on this list, but Roy is well deserving of my vote.

Frank is the greatest singer ever, should be number 1

Frank Sinatra... need I say more? should be number ONE - people its not just about who is popular at the moment, listen to Sinatra's back catalog, his voice is magic. Outclasses almost everyone on this list!

Just listen to Sinatra's 1955 rendition of "In the wee small hours of the morning" it's an example of one of his hundreds of perfectly sung songs

She is definitely the best female vocalist of the 20th century. It's beyond doubt that she has what it takes to make it to the top tep.

Kelly Clarkson is most certainly one of the best vocalists of all time. The inagural winner of American IDol wowed the world with her incredible vocals and still today is considered as one of the best singers of all time, simply because her voice is so rich and power. On top of the clairty of her voice, she is also the most versatile singer of all time. Being able to change her voice to fit almost any genre, in her albums she has sang pop, pop-rock, rock, country, blues, R&B, urban, and almost any other style of music imagineable. She is the vocal chameleon when it comes to singing.

by far the best

this guy must be in 1st place!

Should not be behind Britney Spears... and I don't hate Britney.

One of the VERY few who sang for the music not the fame/money...

I THINK HIS VOICE HAS GOT EVERYTHING FROM SOFT TUNED POP TO HARD ROCK

Lennon And McCartney #1 and 2.

His voice was magic converted into sound, I swear. there was so much emotion, passion, and conviction in his voice. And it wasn't a conventional sort of voice. Everyone who hears it notices that it has a distict, slightly nasal quality. I'm shocked that Paul isn't even on this list! I think his voice is even better than John: meaning it's a pretty big deal XD.

he's one of the best singers. and that for almost 25 years!

he has such a great voice

richie4life

She has one of the most beautiful, unique voices in my opinion, no one before or after her!

Most underrated voice of all time

she has a beautiful voice

Amazing voice

The First Lady of Soul

Elkie Brooks is without doubt the best female singer the U. K. has produced. Her concerts are a must see. Powerful voice.

Jackie1967

Sings Rock, Blues , Jazz. GREAT

Jackie1967

ELKIE BROOKS IS THE BEST SINGER THE U.K. EVER PRODUCED

Jackie1967

Chris has a unique, powerful voice, no wonder his was chosen for a James Bond film theme. A Humble genius.

He has the greatest range. What's the world coming to when people think that Kelly Clarkson has a better voice than Chris. I'm getting angry.

Chris Cornell simply amazing! Best voice in rock history! I've been in the front row @ a Chris Cornell concert, I consider myself lucky... he was breath taking live, his music moves through you.

Eddie vedder has a golden baritone voice, and screams like no other.

Eddie Vedder has had 27 singles and has sold more than 28 million albums. Pearl Jam is a first ballot Hall of Fame band and he can bring it.

James Hetfield Rulezzz
Metallica For ever
great Voice

Metal God! 26 years since his first album and still going strong

best singer ever, best band ever

she s very very talented person. unique voice, record breaker, sold out concert local @ international, kind, beautiful, and of course she is box office queen.

She is really one of a kind...

''i really love her lovely voice, she really is a song princess! ''

Sam Cooke is the greatest singer of all time!

One of the best versatile singer of all time. He is simply incomparable and his voice is timeless. The Prince of Soul.

A good list but where is Robert Plant? Sam Cooke's voice is beautiful.

Not only the best voice hands down but Probably the most overlooked as well.

Just pure! Listening to Dean make you feel alive

what a voice!

Avril Lavigne proved that she's the best by changing with the times and getting more mature. Her singing, vocals and songs have gotten even better over the years and deserves to be on this list.

theCARS1979

She still can sing live.

Clear strong voice that stays in tune

he should be first because he IS a classically trained opera singer who can sing metal amazingly

Bruce is GOD. The most amazing voice I've ever heard, it's like he's an opera singer. He's THAT amazing! He inspired me to start singing.

A beautiful voice. She belongs in the top 10. She is very easy to listen to.
And, a great stage presence. Not over-done like so many others.
And, her speaking voice is to die for. Sweetest Hackney accent I've ever heard.

she honestly has an amazing voice, ye get goosebumps when she sings

I like leona bcoz of her sizzling twister voice that captures listerns attention.. its really a whirlwind and sotthing voice you ever listen to in bed

I totally agree with Patsy cline, a lot of these singers are on here because they had help with computer dubbing, but when Patsy cline sang a song it was all done live in the those days, you just can't fake that and many singers can't even do that when making records these days because they cant, her vocal range would knock the hell out of the 32 before, she was the queen of country and pop the first to crossover and make it big with no holes barred. Just listen to "Sweet Dreams" and you'll understand

A Vocal range of 4 octaves, 4 octaves!

It is apparent from these "greatest of all time" standings that most of those voting have only been exposed to the works of artists of the last few years. That, of course dictates but also limits their tastes. They have been robbed of the opportunity to experience and appreciate many of the true vocal incons with Patsy Cline foremost among them

greatest gospel singer that ever lived

It is always a matter of taste because everybody is different, but this lady could kill someone and still be invited into Heaven. To say that this lady has a gift is putting it mildly.

Cant believe others have not voted for Bing! Hands down a top 5 voice of all time.

No one can screem like him

He has one of the highest ranges of voices I've ever heard. He has a unique voice that can't be touched by anyone else. He is the DEMON OF SCREMIN!

he is amazing he can sing anything!

Janis Joplin. Queen of the Acid Rock genre

I love love love her and she is truly he best ever!

don't even make me explain.

another tearful song "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"

Come on, has to be the greatest male artist ever.

how they made his voice so bassy when it wasn't originally made him famous

his voice strikes the eardrums beautifully. I like the most his voice in the song Before You Go

Nobody interprets a song like this lady, and she can sing in almost any genre without losing her renowned style. At her best very few could compete with her, and anyone that could would have to be someone like Streisand, Bassy, or Ella, and I'm sure they would all have given Lady Soul the RESPECT she deserves. I appreciate that we all like different styles but I'm very surprised Aretha is as low down this list. She's been an inspiration to many of the singers on the list eg Mariah Carey, and I'm sure she will continue to be an inspiration long after her days.

she is the number singer of all time-vocals are phenomenal. she picks up a crowd like anyone wouldn't believe. she should be everybodies pick

The Greatest Of them All!

Best voice of all time! No one can compare to La Divina!

Her voice is just hypnotic. So beautiful, unique and different in almost very song. I caught myself crying everytime I think of her death :_(

I voted for aaliyah because I loved her and of course because she is the greatest female singer ever period

she had a very unique voice like she could sing both alto and soprano she had it all

Pure, perfect pitch, clear tone, haunting melodies, will make you tear up.

Hayley has one of the most beautiful angelic voices of all time. Once you've heard her sing Pie Jesu you'll never want to hear another version.

He had the best voice ever, I've never heard an equal.

Shakira as a unique conralto voice, that stands out from other bland singers around

Unique versatile and beautiful voice.
THE REAL PRINCESS!

is there actually any song ever, better than the original sexual healing from the vocal cords of the king himself?... there has never been. marvin was and still is the best.

What a beautiful voice! Lost too soon.

beautiful velvet voice

Every song by Stevie makes you fall in love with her. Great voice.

Sexy voice with a eye for flair!

Absolutely no comparison, Jeff's range vocally with so much emotion never fail to bring me to tears. Let alone his ability to sing so many styles of music. He has no equal.

Simply the best. Just listen to 'Grace' and tell me he isn't the most talented singer to ever walk this planet.

razlyubit

His voice is most beautiful I've ever heard.. He sounds like angel... I think he has the most unique voice ever... Nobody can sing like him..

His voice is absolutely undescribable... it’s amazing.

In terms of sheer power and range and her ability to make every song, her own or a remake, an incredible song. She can also hold a note longer than any other singer alive and do it while rolling on the floor!

Natural God given talent
unmatched.

she has the most beautiful voice!

I am hearing impaired and have trouble making out sounds. Charlotte's voice is the first one that actually appealed to me. It's pure and clear

Absolutely gorgeous!

She has one of the most beautiful, naturally jazz voices of all time. And when she sings with Frank Sinatra it's a beautiful thing.

Deep voice that resonates with you forever.

Most popular baritone of the 20th century... and gorgeous looking to boot!

Beautiful classically trained lyric baritone voice. Rich, mellow, honey-gold timbre. Excellent technique, clarity of diction. Nelson`s voice was sincere, passionate and extremely versatile. Nelson could sing almost any song and make it his own.

I think Elvis is greatest
and next is Dusty

For the win!

What a clear beautiful voice. And in his youth, positively gorgeous. catch him in Kiss me Kate and Calamity Jane.

Most popular operatic singer in movie history... inspired many young singers... check out her opera scenes in 'Rose Marie, ' 'San Francisco' and 'Maytime, ' for which she received the SAG Best Actress award in 1937.

no other singer can surpass his performance of the song EL PASO

He should have won X Factor instead of that Peon

The first opera singer to grace the stages of any Idol competition in the world, this X Factor runner up has the voice of Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban and Luciano Pavarotti (all legends) smushed into one beautiful talent

simply the best

Probably the best voice of the 20th Century - not called 'La Stupenda' for nothing... the rest of the nominators are on drugs

If you haven't heard "What a Wonderful World" and teared up a little...

Heart breaking magic

Her voice- pure gold. It has that nice roughness that plays out in the sadder less happy songs "Summertime" I can't even describe it.

Let's not forget about the Queen of House Music, former Weather Girl and backup singer for Sylvester, and the woman who's searing vocals put C

Garou is an amazing singer who can sing any type of music he wants! His voice is so powerful and full of emotions! He is so talented!

He can sing both old rock songs and his own compositions, in French and English, what’s not to love?

Best voice, why even bother asking?

jagged little pill changed my life! Alanis 4 eva!

jagged little pill changed my life! Alanis 4 eva!

alanis is the best in the world

Just beautiful. Soulful, eerie and touching. Anyone who has not heard him yet should check him out!

Truly great SINGER. He has superior control of his voice and can hit 4 octaves of notes. Hes all around amazing with his voice and stage presence.

jamie30jamer

He has a very good soul voice, and he was on the greatest show (Chappelle's show).

He is a god...

B_Hammock

I bumped people after hearing her sing for 2 seconds.

I looked at your list and was disappointed that Minnie Riperton wasn't on there, I mean COME ON... she had a 5 1/2 Octave vocal range... even higher that Mariah Carrey... she deserves better treatment than that!

bullrydr63

England's jewel. Perfect pitch, range, timing. Gave hope to millions in their darkest hours.

"We'll Meet Again" and "The White Cliffs of Dover" actually bring tears to your eyes.

"I'll be Seeing You" nuff said

undoubtably one of THE BEST singers combining doom horror with violent romance and tragedy, he basically invented alt rock and goth rock

iknowmyshit

4 1/2 octave voice w/o need to use falsetto. Listen to his "The Wonder of You. "--better than Presley's. (who liked him. Listen to "Corrine Corrina"

Roy Orbison had lots of better material (that he co-wrote) so perhaps he should be #1. Also over 4 octaves. Same for Jay Black of Jay & Americans and Bobby Hatfield of Righteous Brothers. Not the range but most listenable likely would be Larry Chance lead of The Earls.

jethrobodinejr

in my eyes, one of the best singers of all time using poems in a melodic, simple, effective yet extremely heavy way, probably the best singer of the 90s. if not it would be cutting pretty damn close. Combining grunge with a poetic truth

iknowmyshit