American pop singers of the 21st century. American singers - owners of the "golden voice"

Everyone loves music. Everyone has their own favorite song, often more than one. Some people prefer to listen to classics, others like rock. And for some, creation or execution musical compositions is work.

Legendary time

There was a time when musical performers Each country could be counted on the fingers of one hand. They were famous and performed in almost the same genre. They listened to them, knowing all the songs by heart. This was something new. But at that time there was no choice.

It is probably due to the excessive number of performers in our time that many of them are not known at all. Huge competition does not allow everyone to become famous in the world of music. Moreover, not everyone performs in famous genres. Some directions modern music They are simply not intended for the general public because not everyone understands them.

Between these two musical eras the “golden mean” is located.

The golden age of musical performers was in the 80s and 90s. The musicians of those years are still loved by listeners, and their songs continue to be heard on the radio and at home.

Here are the most popular foreign singers of that time (list):

Desireless;
Melanie Thornton (La Bouche);
Amanda Lear;
Gloria Gaynor;
C.C. Catch;
Sandra;
Tina Turner;
Bonnie Tyler;
Donna Summer;
Sabrina Salerno;
Suzi Quatro;
Mireille Mathieu;
Courtney Love;
Samantha Fox.

At that time it was certain direction music. Fashion dictated its inimitable style of the 80s to everyone. Foreign singers of those years were on everyone's lips. The performers were loved and imitated. And their songs were heard on the dance floors of many countries around the world.

A little about the life of famous performers

Like all people, music stars they also suffer from unhappy love, experience mistakes, and rejoice at achievements. But like all creative people, these emotions result in wonderful creations. This is how the best musical compositions were presented to the world.

Many foreign singers also acted in films. Whitney Houston not only had a unique voice, but also showed her acting in the magnificent love story "Bodyguard".

Besides acting career, Barbra Streisand is engaged and musical creativity. And her composition Woman in love, released in 1980, was awarded a Grammy Award.

Singer Sandra began her musical career in the group Arabesque. After the collapse of the group, she began performing solo. World fame came in 1985 after the release of the songs Maria Magdalena, Stop for a minute and Hi! Hi! Hi!. At that time, her producer (like many other stars) was Michel Cretu. He wrote compositions for her and played the keyboard. It is his voice that music lovers can hear on backing vocals famous songs Sandra. He also became the singer’s husband and the father of her two sons. By creating new project"Enigma", Michel invited his wife into it. The male vocals were performed by myself. It is their voices that are heard in the compositions of the world famous "Enigma". Unfortunately, the couple broke up, further talented people began to build careers separately. On this moment Sandra only occasionally performs her old compositions.

By the end of the 80s - beginning of the 90s it began to change musical style. The previously popular disco and rock were gradually replaced by new directions with notes of electro. A new generation of performers has also grown up. And the time has come for their popularity. In those years they heard everywhere:

Marie Fredriksson (Roxette);
Spice girls;
Toni Braxton;
Celine Dion;
Björk;
Anita Dot (2 Unlimited);
Mariah Carey;
Christina Aguilera;
Jennifer Lopez;
Mylene Farmer.

There were also foreign singers who began their careers in the late 80s, but their popularity peaked in the 90s:

Madonna;
Whitney Houston;
Kylie Minogue;
Vanessa Paradis.

Greatest Hits

Many foreign singers were in duets or music groups, but at the same time they were the main vocalists, whose voices are so recognizable by millions of listeners around the world.

Among the most famous hits that time:

Voyage-voyage famous French singer Desireless;
Sweet dreams groups La Bouche;
I will survive, Gloria Gaynor;
I can lose my heart tonight, C.C.Catch;
Touch me, Samantha Fox;
(I never be) Maria Magdalena, Sandra;
Frozen, Madonna;
Lambada, Kaoma;
I will always love you, Whitney Houston;
Unbreak my heart, Toni Braxton;
My heart will go on, Celine Dion;
Holding out for a hero, Bonnie Tyler.

Life after global popularity

Photos of foreign singers of that time are easy to distinguish from others thanks to recognizable style 80-90s. This includes bright cosmetics, tight clothing (often made of leather) and a hairstyle of lush curls. Many years have passed, times have changed, but legendary stars not forgotten. Many of them are engaged musical career They still give concerts and release new compositions.

C. C. Catch, in whose success Dieter Bohlen once believed, continues to perform at concerts with the usual program. Which once again proves the love and unquenchable demand for compositions of the 80s.

Also actively continues creative career Celine Dion. The Canadian singer gave us a gentle soundtrack to the world famous film"Titanic", which received more than a hundred film awards. The singer herself was the winner of Eurovision in the late 80s. But the girl was the fourteenth child in the family! But that didn't stop her from finding world fame. And all because people who helped her develop her musical career believed in the girl’s talent.

Sabrina Solerno continues to release new compositions. Despite the collapse of Baccara, former vocalists Maria and Mate were able to find other partners and perform, creating new duets. The most successful British female group Bananarama also partly continues its creativity. Bonnie Tyler not only visits many countries with concerts, but also recently took part in Eurovision.

Unfortunately, the world has lost some famous performers. People like Whitney Houston, Donna Summer, Laura Branigan. But creative people will never be forgotten thanks to their creations. The departed singers continue to live for us in their songs.

20 The most influential female pop stars bring up the rear Gloria Estefan) is a 53-year-old Latin singer and songwriter who has won five Grammy Awards and sold over 90 million records.

On 19th place - Lily Allen- English pop singer, who won the 2010 Brit Awards nomination for best solo artist. The first single of Lily's second album, starting at number one in the British national chart, stayed there for a month, while the album itself became the top seller in the UK in the week of release.

18th occupies a line Canadian singer, songwriter, music producer and actress Nelly Furtado ( Nelly Furtado) ¸ who took part in the first serious show in 2001 and has since sold 25 million of her albums.

American singer, songwriter and actress, Pink ended up on 17th positions. Alecia Beth Moore became a popular performer in early 2000. Having since won 2 Grammy awards, 5 MTV awards Music Awards" and 2 Brit Awards, Pink was recognized as the best pop artist from 2000 to 2010 according to the American magazine Billboard. According to the same magazine, she became the 6th highest paid artist in 2009, earning $36 million in a year - and that’s just in the music industry.

16th became Amy Lee- vocalist of the group "Evanescence", whose repertoire includes the album "Fallen" - one of eight albums in the history of rock that whole year spent in the US Top 50. The band's music sounds at ten feature films And computer games, and behind its composition there are as many as 2 Grammy awards.

On 15th line of the most popular and best-selling - Kylie Minogue - Australian singer, actress and songwriter. Since launching her career in 1987, the 42-year-old pop star has achieved record sales of more than $100 million (including sales of 40 million albums and 60 million singles). In addition, Kylie was awarded the Order of the British Empire for her services to music.

14th the place went to a Canadian singer, songwriter, producer and actress Alanis Morissette. The star, who began his career in 1984, was still in adolescence, has since sold more than 40 million albums worldwide.

Shania Twain- Canadian singer, rightfully called one of the most successful contemporary country singers in the world, has become 13th . The singer's seven singles reached number one on the US country charts; her third album is in 7th place in general list best-selling albums in Canadian history. Shania is also currently the only performer in the world to have been awarded Diamond albums three times in a row.

On 12th line is located Amy Winehouse(Amy Winehouse) is an English singer performing soul-pop with jazz motifs, recognized by critics as one of the leading British performers of the 2000s. Amy's career includes 6 Grammy nominations and wins in 5 categories.

11th turned out to be Shakira - Colombian singer, dancer, songwriter, composer, music producer and philanthropist, who performed 150 concerts in 100 cities in 37 countries in 2005. That year, over 2,300,000 people attended her concerts around the world.

American pop singer, actress and former model Whitney Houston ( Whitney Houston) closed 10 the most influential women, who conquered the world with their vocals. The star, having sold more than 170 million albums and singles worldwide, entered the list of " Rolling Stone Magazine" as one of 100 greatest performers of all times.

On 9th positions - Beyonce- American R&B singer, music producer, actress, dancer and model, declared the most successful performer of the 2000s by Billboard. and main radio performer last decade. Having sold more than 35 million albums and singles in the United States, in 2010 the singer was ranked second in Forbes' "100 Most Powerful and Influential Celebrities in the World."

8th the place, according to Entertainment Weekly magazine, was deserved by the American pop singer, dancer and actress Christina Aguilera, who has sold more than 42 million albums worldwide and is ranked 20th on Billboard's Artist of the Decade list.

Mariah Carey- American pop singer, producer and actress - on 7th top 20 line. Having sold over 100 million albums worldwide, Mariah was named the best-selling pop singer of the millennium. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the third most popular singer in the world.

42-year-old Canadian singer, actress, songwriter and businesswoman Celine Dion ( Celine Dion) became 6th , thanks to sales of over 200 million albums worldwide. Celine is also the only female artist to have sold over two million singles in the UK.

5 the most influential singers opens Cyndi Lauper- American pop singer, songwriter and actress, winner of the Grammy and Emmy awards. 57-year-old Cindy's total record sales, which include 11 albums and more than 40 singles, exceed 25 million copies.

4th the position went to Tina Turner- American singer and actress, whose music career lasted more than 50 years. With approximately 180 million records sold worldwide, Tina is a multi-award-winning singer whose achievements in rock music have rightly earned her the title of "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll."

Bronze the medal was awarded Cher- American pop singer, songwriter, actress, director and music producer. The 64-year-old singer is one of the few people whose awards include an Oscar, a Grammy, an Emmy and three Golden Globes for her work in the film, music and television industries.

American singer Britney Spears- on honorary 2nd place. She is recognized as the best-selling female artist of the 2000s and the fifth best-selling artist of all time. In June 2010, the pop star took sixth place in the Forbes ranking of the world's 100 greatest and most influential.

Headed the same rating of the most popular and best-selling performers in pop Madonna- American singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, actress, director and screenwriter, as well as the most commercial successful singer, who sold greatest number of their records among all: more than 200 million albums and 100 million singles. In 2008, the artist, who deservedly bears the title of “Queen of Pop,” was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Music is a happy component in our life. When we are under stress, music can help us heal our Bad mood. Beautiful music it needs singers who have an amazing voice to be a component. With their beautiful voices along with their fiery styles, they are becoming popular in the entertainment industry. Today, we present to you the top 10, the most popular foreign singers in 2017. If you want to know who the most popular singer in the West, enjoy reading the list below.

Rihanna was born in St. Michael, Barbados in 1988 and she is a famous Barbadian singer, actress and fashion designer. She began her singing career in 2005, and her first debut album, “Sun,” was released the same year. Betting on singing career and with great effort, she received 22 awards Billboard Music Awards, 6 Grammy Awards and many others. In 2012, she was ranked fourth as the most powerful celebrity by Forbes magazine. In the same year, she became the most popular singer.

Born in London, England in 1988, Adele is a singer and songwriter. She began her singing career in 2006 after a friend posted her demo on MySpace and brought her to the attention of XL Recordings. Two years after signing the contract, her first album comes out and makes her famous. Later, the second album sold over 26 million copies worldwide. Moreover, she was awarded 6 Grammy Awards because of her beautiful voice for the movie “007”. Coordinates: "Skyfall". Due to her many achievements as well as her talent in her singing career, she is the second most popular singer in 2015.

A charismatic and gentle singer, Taylor Swift was born in Pennsylvania, United States in 1989. At the age of 14, she began her singing career. She is best known for her country songs, which have earned her 11 Country Music Association awards. Her soft and beautiful voice reaches out to the public, making her debut album sell out quickly and be downloaded frequently. Due to all these reasons, she is known as the third most popular singer in 2015.

Lady Gaga recognized crazy artist. Her clothes, painted and dance style so whimsical and bright. However, she is one of the most popular singers in 2015. She has won many awards, including 5 Grammys. Her debut album “The Fame” made her famous as it sold millions of copies. She was born in New York, USA in 1986.

Shakira is not only famous singer, but she is also a choreographer, songwriter and model. She attracts the attention of the public with her very entertaining performance. No other singers can actually move the hip spiral beautifully just like her. Debut album“Hips Don't Lie” has won countless awards. Among the numerous awards: Grammy, Billboard Music Awards and others. She was born in Atlantico, Colombia in 1977.

Born in California, USA in 1984. Katy Perry became famous with her single "Ur So Gay", released in 2007. She has won numerous awards including Guinness World Records and is known as the highest paid woman in music according to Forbes magazine.

A popular American singer, songwriter and actress, Beyoncé was born in Texas, USA in 1981. She has been a very popular singer for at least one decade due to her cute and beautiful voice. She puts all her efforts into the entertainment industry and tries to find fashion, dance and hairstyles to keep fans attracted to her around the world. She ranks 7th in the TOP 10 list of the most popular singers in 2015.

Miley Cyrus began her career as a singer in 2006 when she appeared as Miley Stewart in the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana. She emerged to later become a teen idol. Although there is a lot of criticism about her nudity and seductive antics, while on stage, she tries her best and doesn't let those critics ruin her fame. And after all, she is still one of the most popular singers to this day. She was born in 1992, in Tennessee, USA

The penultimate most popular singer in 2015 is Jennifer Lopez, who was born in New York, USA in 1969. In 1980, she began singing professionally. She remains the most popular singer in the world and has one of the best-selling albums worldwide. She is not only a singer, but also an actress, fashion designer and songwriter.

The least, but not the most popular singer in 2015, Cheryl Cole was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, England in 1983. She began her career in 1990 as a singer and later became a songwriter, dancer, entrepreneur, model and TV presenter. Her stunning body of work along with her unique voice has captured the hearts of fans all over the world.

Each person has his own musical preferences. There are a lot of genres in art, and each of them has a countless number of performers. They heal our souls, touch our hearts, and bring joy to the people. They give us the opportunity to enjoy the overflows musical instruments and performers' voices. Your creativity American singers carried even across distances. It remains in memory for long years and decades.

Music life

Many singers not only sing, but also create songs themselves. They compose music and poetry, and sometimes their works are on a par with the works of great poets and composers. Many people consider themselves fans of one talent. Having chosen one single and unique (according to your taste) performer, you carry your love for him throughout your entire life.

Extravagant Lady Gaga

The current stage is represented by young American singers and many of them present their talent in an original way. Not everyone can adequately appreciate modern talents. However, they also have many fans. For example, Lady Gaga expresses her talent in very extravagant and sometimes shocking ways. Nevertheless, the number of her fans is in the millions.

The singer's real name is Stephanie. She was born in 1986 and throughout her childhood and adolescence she cherished the dream of becoming famous person. Active creative development and participation in various music competitions, brought long-awaited results. Thanks to an invitation to a very popular television program, Stephanie received her first fame. Keeping abreast of world musical events and visiting places where singers gather, the girl absorbed the experience of accomplished pop artists.

First musical achievement Lady Gaga debuted her album The Fame. This happened in 2008. Already in next year the album including new songs was re-released and received title The Fame Monster. In 2009, a well-known American magazine declared singer Lady Gaga the best performer among newcomers. When did fame come? In 2010, she received the title of best performer of the year.

Paris Hilton - famous blonde

The list of “Popular American Singers” also includes blonde Paris Hilton.

She is not only a famous performer, but also a representative of the richest Hilton dynasty, which owns a huge network. She calls her date of birth 1981, in fact it is 1978. She did not manage to get a secondary education in college right away. Due to frequent absenteeism and poor academic performance, the girl was expelled. But then I still tried to get a certificate.

In 2000, Paris signed a contract with a modeling agency. Then there were several other companies working in this area. In 2002, she starred in the film Nine Lives. Paris and her friend Nicole accepted Active participation in Reality Show (2002). At the same time, her autobiography was recognized as a bestseller. All American singers strive to be visible, which is why Paris continues to act in films. What came of it? For participation in the filming of the film “Home wax figures" She wins the award for "best scream."

In 2007, Paris was in jail for 23 days due to frequent driving violations. Two years after this, she received awards for dubious achievements in cinema.

Pink is a lover of chaos

Our "American Singers" list includes another very determined girl. Real name: Alicia Moore, born in 1979. I have been interested in music since childhood. Attending school was not a frequent activity for her, as she was kicked out of classes due to indecent questions she asked teachers.

Because of Great love she started attending dances very early entertainment clubs. At the same time, Alicia was interested in music.

She wrote the lyrics for vocal performance herself. She sang in her friend's group, which was amateur.

The groups in which Pink worked very soon disintegrated. It was hard for her until she signed a contract that was significant in her life. Her Solo career turned out to be successful. With large, confident steps, the singer moved along career ladder up. She released albums one after another.

Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera and other American singers of similar caliber are performers with whom Pink competes on equal terms, thanks to her rapid and very successful solo career.

Rounding out the top 20 most influential female pop stars is Gloria Estefan Gloria Estefan is a 53-year-old Latin singer and songwriter who has won five Grammy Awards and sold over 90 million records.

In 19th place - Lily Allen(Lily Allen) is an English pop singer who won the 2010 Brit Awards nomination for best solo artist. The first single of Lily's second album, starting at number one in the British national chart, stayed there for a month, while the album itself became the top seller in the UK in the week of release.

The 18th place is occupied by the Canadian singer, songwriter, music producer and actress. Nelly Furtado(Nelly Furtado)¸ who took part in her first serious show in 2001 and has since sold 25 million of her albums.

American singer, songwriter and actress, Pink(Pink) ended up in 17th position. Alecia Beth Moore became a popular performer in early 2000. Having since won 2 Grammy Awards, 5 MTV Music Awards and 2 Brit Awards, Pink was recognized as the best female pop artist between 2000 and 2010 by Billboard magazine. According to the same magazine, she became the 6th highest-paid artist in 2009, earning $36 million in a year - and that’s just in the music industry.

became 16th Emmy Lee(Amy Lee) - vocalist of the group “Evanescence”, whose repertoire includes the album “Fallen” - one of only eight albums in the history of rock that spent an entire year in the US Top 50. The group's music can be heard in ten feature films and computer games, and its members have won two Grammy awards.

On the verge of leaving the top 15 most popular and best-selling - Kylie Minogue(Kylie Minogue) is an Australian singer, actress and songwriter. Since launching her career in 1987, the 42-year-old pop star has achieved record sales of more than $100 million (including sales of 40 million albums and 60 million singles). In addition, Kylie was awarded the Order of the British Empire for her services to music.

14th place went to the Canadian singer, songwriter, producer and actress Alanis Morissette(Alanis Morissette). The star, who began his career in 1984 as a teenager, has since sold more than 40 million albums worldwide.

Shania Twain(Shania Twain) - the Canadian singer, rightfully called one of the most successful contemporary country singers in the world, became 13th. The singer's seven singles reached number one on the US country charts; her third album is in 7th place on the overall list of best-selling albums in Canadian history. Shania is also currently the only performer in the world to have been awarded Diamond albums three times in a row.

On the 12th line is located Amy Winehouse(Amy Winehouse) is an English singer performing soul-pop with jazz motifs, recognized by critics as one of the leading British performers of the 2000s. Amy's career includes 6 Grammy nominations and wins in 5 categories.

It turned out to be 11th Shakira(Shakira) is a Colombian singer, dancer, songwriter, composer, music producer and philanthropist who gave 150 concerts in 100 cities in 37 countries in 2005. That year, over 2,300,000 people attended her concerts around the world. In the fall of 2010, Shakira plans to release her seventh studio album, most of the songs will be in Spanish.

American pop singer, actress and former model Whitney Houston(Whitney Houston) rounded out the top ten most influential women who conquered the world with their vocals. The star, having sold more than 170 million albums and singles worldwide, was listed by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of the 100 greatest performers of all time.

In 9th position - Beyoncé(Beyonce) is an American R&B singer, record producer, actress, dancer and model, declared by Billboard as the most successful performer of the 2000s. and the top radio performer of the last decade. Having sold more than 35 million albums and singles in the United States, in 2010 the singer was ranked second in the Forbes ranking of “100 Most Powerful and Influential Celebrities in the World.”

8th place, according to Entertainment Weekly magazine, went to the American pop singer, dancer and actress Christina Aguilera(Christina Aguilera), who, with sales of more than 42 million albums worldwide, is ranked 20th on Billboard's Artist of the Decade list.

Mariah Carey(Mariah Carey) - American pop singer, producer and actress - on the 7th line of the top 20. Having sold over 100 million albums worldwide, Mariah was named the best-selling pop singer of the millennium. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), she is the third most popular singer in the world.

42-year-old Canadian singer, actress, songwriter and businesswoman Celine Dion(Celine Dion) came in at No. 6, thanks to sales of more than 200 million albums worldwide. Celine is also the only female artist to have sold over two million singles in the UK.

Almost left the top five most influential singers Cyndi Lauper(Cyndi Lauper) is an American pop singer, songwriter and actress, winner of the Grammy and Emmy awards. 57-year-old Cindy's total record sales, which include 11 albums and more than 40 singles, exceed 25 million copies.

4th position went to Tina Turner(Tina Turner) - American singer and actress, whose musical career lasted more than 50 years. With nearly 180 million records sold worldwide, 70-year-old Tina is the recipient of numerous awards and her achievements in rock music have deservedly earned her the title of "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll."

Bronze medal awarded Cher(Cher) is an American pop singer, songwriter, actress, director and music producer. The 64-year-old singer is one of the few people whose awards include an Oscar, a Grammy, an Emmy and three Golden Globes for her work in the film, music and television industries.

American singer Britney Spears(Britney Spears) - in honorable second place. She is recognized as the best-selling female artist of the 2000s and the fifth best-selling artist of all time. In June 2010, the pop star was ranked sixth in Forbes' list of the 100 greatest and greatest influential celebrities peace.

Topped the ranking of the most popular and best-selling performers in pop music Madonna(Madonna) is an American singer, songwriter, producer, dancer, actress, director and screenwriter, as well as the most commercially successful singer, having sold the most records of any female artist: more than 200 million albums and 100 million singles.

According to the message record company Madonna's Warner Brothers Records album sales exceeded 200 million copies worldwide in 2005.

In 2008, the artist, who deservedly bears the title of “Queen of Pop,” was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.