Billboard celebrated Black Music Month and Juneteenth by unveiling its list of the 75 Best R&B Singers of All Time, spotlighting artists who have shaped the genre through vocal prowess, cultural influence, and commercial success. The ranking showcases a diverse array of talent, from mid-20th-century trailblazers to contemporary stars, evaluated on six criteria: vocal ability, catalog quality, career longevity, industry achievements, game-changing influence, and lasting impact. Notably, songwriting was not heavily weighted, and artists primarily known for group work were excluded to focus on solo careers. The full list captures the evolution of R&B, shaped in recent years by the influence of streaming platforms and changing listener tastes. Top 10
1.Stevie Wonder
2.Aretha Franklin
3.Michael Jackson
4.Beyoncé
5.Whitney Houston
6.James Brown
7.Prince
8.Mariah Carey
9.R.Kelly
10.Marvin Gaye
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