Top Male Singers Of 20th Century

Here is the list of top male singing artist of 20th Century. These artists are based on what they did, how much albums they sold, how much awards they won, etc. If you eel that other singers should have a better ranking or not, you can be the judge. Just vote to increase or decrease the rank. Tell us and others on what you base your choice.

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Luis Miguel

He is one of the most popular Latin American singers, being also a producer and composer. His popularity started during the eighties and he has successfully performed boleros, mariachis and pop music. Luis Miguel has won a total of 10 Grammy awards, 6 Latin Grammys and 4 for general market. He actually won his first Grammy at age fifteen, becoming the youngest Latin artist to achieve such award.


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The greatest latin singer ever!!!

9/28/2012 8:08:09 AM by Alex

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The best singer in the world!

9/27/2012 7:50:58 AM by Viktoria

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Versatile, classic, best voice, style and devoted 30 years of his 42 years to his musical career, founded on solid work and quality. Live long Luis Miguel. Deserves to be included in this list. Thanks.

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Beautiful voice.. Best singer of our lifetime !

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the best singer ever!

9/26/2012 6:11:34 PM by David

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Mick Jagger

Probably the most influential and charismatic front men of a rock and roll band. Mick Jagger is the vocalist of the Rolling Stones, and also songwriter, producer and occasional actor. His career spanned for over 50 years. Jagger’s extreme lifestyle along with his high-profile marriages and affairs have contributed to make of Sir Mick one of the greatest legends in rock and roll history


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My favorite! His legend, charisma and talent...love everything about him. Rolling Stones is my favorite R&R band of all times!

6/14/2011 2:16:13 PM by Elsa

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Jerry Lee Lewis

He is one of the earliest pioneers of the rock and roll in United States. Great Ball of Fire is probably his most popular hit. As a singer and performer, his musical style used to blend rock and country music. His career declined after he married his young cousin. Lewis was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986.


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Otis Redding

Widely known as the kink of soul, his music conveys emotion and intensity like no other. Otis Reading was also gone too soon, as he died on a tragic plane crash at age 26. Sittin’ On The Dock of the Bay remains to be one of his most popular songs.


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Otis had an amazing body of classic songs in such a short span of time.
No one could convey such heart pounding emotion in a song like Otis. A fantastic artist that the world may never see the likes of again. A true
immortal.

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Elvis Presley

Also known as The King of Rock and Roll or just The King, Elvis Presley is the best selling solo artist of all times. Born and raised in Memphis, TN, he was responsible for creating the rockabilly style and approaching the Southern rhythm and blues to a wider audience. Presley's first single, "Heartbreak Hotel", released in January 1956, was a number one hit. That same year, he debuted on the big screen with the movie Love Me Tender. Presley passed away in 1977 at 42.


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Elvis was no born in Memphis

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A pioneer, classic!

6/14/2011 2:14:40 PM by Elsa

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Van Morrison

He is a singer from Northern Ireland. Throughout his music career, he has blended several styles, such as rock, rhythm and blues and Celtic and folk influences from his native Ireland. Gloria and Brown Eye Girl are probably some of his most popular songs. Morrison has received six Grammy Awards, has been inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame


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Great singer, great musician.

11/2/2011 6:13:45 PM by Dragana

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Stevie Wonder

Blind shortly after birth, Stevie Wonder is a multitalented singer and songwriter, who signed with Motown Records at only 11 eleven years old. Throughout the years, he became one of the flagships of the record label. "Superstition", "Sir Duke", "I Wish" and "I Just Called to Say I Love You" are some of his most popular songs. Wonder has sold over 100 million records and won twenty-two Grammy Awards, becoming the most awarded male solo artist


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GOd..those songs are timeless! :)

6/14/2011 2:17:19 PM by Elsa

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Frank Sinatra

He is probably one of the most iconic and legendary artists in music history. Sinatra started his music career during the forties, but he even won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the movie From Here to Eternity. He was friends with JFK and a founding member of the Rat Pack. Strangers in the Night, My Way or Fly me to the Moon, are some of his most recognizable songs that have become classics throughout the years.


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It never gets old! His music, his legend...The #1!!!!!!!!! Love Sinatra!

6/14/2011 2:12:55 PM by Elsa

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Ray Charles

A pioneer in the genre of soul music during the 1950s, Ray Charles made music history by fusing rhythm and blues, gospel, and blues styles into his early recordings. Charles contributed to integrate country and pop music during the 1960s across races with his crossover success on ABC Records. Frank Sinatra called Charles “the only true genius in show business.”


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Bob Dylan

A truly Renaissance man, Bob Dylan is one of the most talented artists in music history. He is a singer, songwriter, poet and painter. His music and philosophy has inspired generations. Dylan’s music has always engaged social and civil rights fights. Dylan has received numerous awards over the years including Grammy, Golden Globe, and Academy Awards; he has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and Songwriters Hall of Fame”


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