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The most famous American performers. 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, creating or performing music is work.

Legendary time

There was a time when the musical artists of 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. In addition, not everyone performs in well-known genres. Some areas of modern music are simply not intended for the general public, because not everyone understands them.

Between these two musical eras there is a “golden mean”.

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.

There was a certain direction of music at that time. 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 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 skills in the magnificent love story "Bodyguard".

In addition to her acting career, Barbra Streisand is also involved in 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 the backing vocals of Sandra’s famous songs. He also became the singer’s husband and the father of her two sons. When creating the new Enigma project, Michel invited his wife to join 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, and then talented people began to build careers separately. At the moment, Sandra only occasionally performs her old compositions.

By the end of the 80s and beginning of the 90s, the musical style began to change. 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 part of duets or musical groups, but at the same time they were the main vocalists, whose voices are so recognizable to millions of listeners around the world.

Among the most famous hits of that time:

  • Voyage-voyage of the famous French singer Desireless;
  • Sweet dreams by 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 the recognizable style of the 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 the legendary stars are not forgotten. Many of them are still pursuing a musical career, giving concerts and releasing 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.

Celine Dion also actively continues her creative career. The Canadian singer gave us a tender 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 this did not stop her from gaining worldwide 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.

Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra- Legend of American music of the 40s - 60s. Frank's songs are included in the golden collection of world music. An unforgettable voice and a special, soft style of performance conquered the whole world. Frank Sinatra was also a very popular actor and showman.

Ray Charles

Ray Charles- Black American composer and singer. Fate took away Ray's sight, but this did not stop him from becoming the greatest artist of the 20th century. Ray Charles is unofficially considered the father of jazz and rhythm and blues. During his creative life, he released more than 70 albums that captivated listeners with their energy.

Chuck Berry

Chuck Berry- American singer and composer of the late 50s and early 60s. King of rhythm and blues. His super hits were covered by many rock stars, including the Beatles. Chuck Berry's most famous hit "Maybellene" made the singer famous. Subsequent songs were no less popular and loved by the people.

Marvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye- American singer and showman. King of rhythm and blues. Fame came after performing the hit "Pride and Joy". In 1965, Marvin entered the top ten best performers in America. Every song of his is a masterpiece.

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley- King of Rock and Roll. The song "Heartbreak Hotel" brought worldwide fame. Until the English invasion (The Beatles) did not leave the first places of the charts in Europe and America. Elvis's enormous popularity brought the singer fabulous fees. The concerts were always sold out. Americans still revere Elvis and organize grandiose shows of the singer's doubles.

Bob Dylan

Bob Dylan - Outstanding American composer and singer. In his early years, he did not perform on stage when his songs rose to the top of the charts. Only in 1965, Bob released his first solo album, which won the hearts of rock music lovers. The circulation of his album has exceeded one million. Subsequent albums were no less popular.

Little Richard

Little Richard- American singer and composer. One of the founding fathers of rock and roll. It was he who invented the characteristic rock and roll rhythm that exploded the music world in the late 50s and early 60s. All of Richard's super hits were covered by leading rock and roll stars and helped them climb to the top of the musical Olympus.

Jimi Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix- Singer and guitar virtuoso. He pioneered new electric guitar tones and literally paved the way for heavy rock music. The black musician with the band of the same name recorded more than 200 hits. Jimmy died from an overdose of sleeping pills in 1970.

Otis Redding

Otis Redding- American singer and guitarist. In his short life span (he died in a plane crash), he managed to become famous throughout the United States for 26 years. He worked in the soul style. His songs “These Arms Of Mine”, “Pain In My Heart” and others have repeatedly reached the top of the US charts. Otis is recognized as a classic of the soul style.

Roy Orbison

Roy Orbison- American rock musician and singer, especially popular in the 60s. One of the founders of rock and roll. "Oh Pretty Woman", "Only The Lonely" and other super-hits topped the charts in Europe and America in the mid-60s.

Sam Cooke

Sam Cooke - African-American singer - a leader among soul singers. Many consider Sam to be the progenitor of this style. His single "You Send Me" was the starting point to the heights of fame. Sam Cooke's subsequent songs were also very popular in the world.

Dean Reed

Dean Reed - American singer and film actor. Because of his left-of-center views, he was blacklisted as singers in the United States and was forced to leave his homeland forever. He was a beloved artist in the USSR. He starred in anti-American films and sang revolutionary songs against genocide and wars.

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 of which 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' ranking of the world's 100 greatest and most influential celebrities.

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 Madonna's record company Warner Brothers Records, worldwide sales of her albums exceeded 200 million copies 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.

Usually, in all countries, at the end of the year, the best songs that were heard from winter to winter are determined. The Reuters website collected the hits of the year according to Billboard and added the best photos of their performers. What songs were heard across America this year?

1. Mark Ronson - Uptown Funk ft. Bruno Mars

The song, which was only released at the end of 2014, has become more popular this year than ever. The YouTube clip alone has received a billion views. And it's worth it, because Bruno Mars knows how to rock. The song was one of the top 100 sales hits this year.

2. Ed Sheeran - Thinking Out Loud

Briton Ed Sheeran attracted attention back in October with his video and magical dance. The clip justified itself, gaining 800 million views. By the way, it was after the release of this song that the singer announced a temporary suspension of his musical career and a desire to engage in charity work.

3. Wiz Khalifa - See You Again ft. Charlie Puth

The song became the soundtrack to the new film “Fast and Furious 7”, and therefore gained great popularity among fans of racing and extreme sports. A mixture of touching lyrics and rap, the song is performed in modern American style.

4. Fetty Wap - Trap Queen

People like Fitty are said to have “broken out of the ghetto.” A relatively cheaply filmed clip, the atmosphere of a gangster area - the clip is more reminiscent of a social network. At the same time, the rapper himself is trying to show himself satisfied with his life. Despite the budget of the video, it collected 336 million views on YouTube.

5. Maroon 5 - Sugar

There is no need to even say anything about this group. In the 2000s, they blew up the charts with their song “This Love.” The new clip has collected almost a billion views. In the video, either in reality or pretending, they arrange a surprise for young couples at a wedding. Worth a look.

6. WALK THE MOON - Shut Up and Dance

American rock band from Cincinnati. In December 2014, their second studio album, Talking is Hard, was released. The album includes the group's most successful song to date, "Shut Up and Dance", which reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and topped the Billboard Alternative Songs and Billboard Rock Songs charts.

7-8. Taylor Swift - Blank Space; Bad Blood

Taylor Swift has been at the top of the charts for several years now. The singer stubbornly sticks to her style, and the song Blank Space has gained a billion views.

Taylor also shot a heroic video with Kendrick Lamar, who also won the world charts.

9. Silentó - Watch Me

Silento is a 17-year-old singer who, thanks to the launch of a flash mob, made a good video that gained 500 million views on YouTube. And how does he manage to do this? His song and dance captured the entire American segment of the Internet.

10-12. The Weeknd - Earned It; The Hills; Can't feel my face

The soundtrack to the acclaimed film “50 Shades of Grey” even on YouTube has age restrictions. The Weeknd itself has scored several hits this year.

The second video for the song “The Hills” received almost 500 million views on YouTube and became the basis for video toads on the Internet.

By the way, The Weeknd also boasts the hit “Can’t feel my face,” which this year also became a video meme in the American segment of the Internet. The chorus of this song will not leave you indifferent.

13. OMI - Cheerleader

The single "Cheerleader" was high on the American charts this year. The OMI group has collaborated with Taylor Swift. Their summer, warm video collected 290 million views on YouTube.

14. Ellie Goulding - Love Me Like You Do

It seems like all the 50 Shades of Gray soundtracks have become popular this year. Ellie’s tender song sounded on many charts around the world after the film’s release.

15. Hozier - Take Me To Church

Yes, this is another 50 Shades of Gray soundtrack. But the official Hoizer video is not related to the film, although it does have erotic scenes.

16. Major Lazer & DJ Snake - Lean On

Either oriental motifs or a strange dance became popular on YouTube thanks to the video of Major Lazer and DJ Snake. On television, this clip was played on all music channels.

17. Jason Derulo - “Want To Want Me”

Jason is famous for his hit "Wiggle" with Snoop Dogg. Now the singer has released an energetically erotic video for the song “Want To Want Me,” which has collected more than 200 million views on YouTube.

18. Skrillex and Diplo - “Where Are Ü Now” with Justin Bieber

The trio wrote a song together that topped the charts for quite some time this year. And their video, shot in art style, received 360 million views. Today they can well be called representatives of modern music.

19. Fifth Harmony - Worth It ft. Kid Ink

These five girls and the simple tune of the song conquered the pop charts in America and Europe. Many remixes were played in clubs to their main tune. The composition of the pop group is so diverse that everyone can like at least one girl.

20. Sam Smith - I'm Not The Only One

Sam performs his songs in a very interesting style. This year his aspirations have been ranked high on international charts. At the 57th Grammy Awards in 2015, he won in four categories: Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album.

21. Selena Gomez - Good For You

Selena was famous even while starring in children's TV series in the 2000s. But today she is no longer a little girl: she allows herself to appear in erotic photo shoots and tries herself in films. Her serious video, which was released this summer, seems to show how much Selena has grown during this time.

22. David Guetta - Hey Mama (Official Video) ft Nicki Minaj

David Guetta is one of the most popular DJs in the world today, and his songs immediately become hits. Nicki Minaj became popular relatively recently, but their duet brought them 500 million views on YouTube and first lines in the world charts.

23. Flo Rida - GDFR ft. Sage The Gemini and Lookas

Unlike the video, in the Russian film “Dukhless 2” this song was more appropriate. Despite the simple video, the song was very popular not only in America, but also in Europe.

24. Adele - Hello

After a short pause, Adele released an incredible soundtrack for the new Agent 007, and the song immediately took first place in the English charts. Despite the fact that the video for the song was released only in October of this year, it has 700 million views. The singer's voice is simply mesmerizing.

25. Rihanna And Kanye West And Paul McCartney - FourFiveSeconds

The best trio of this year, which delighted fans of the singers back in early 2015. 300 million views for professional voices and excellent accompaniment by McCartney.

Nikita Nedaverkov

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 shimmer of musical instruments and the voices of performers. American singers carry their creativity even across distances. It remains in memory for many 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 a 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.

Lady Gaga's first musical achievement was the debut release of the album The Fame. This happened in 2008. The very next year, the album was re-released with new songs and was called 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 took an active part in the 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 her participation in the filming of the film “House of Wax,” she receives an 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 her great love for dancing, she began visiting entertainment clubs very early. 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. The singer moved up the career ladder with big, confident steps. 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.



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