Who is the most famous black singer?

Aretha Franklin



Black or white, Aretha Franklin is the most important woman in the history of popular music, the “Queen of Soul,” and one of the defining voices of the last 100 years. Originally a gospel singer, Franklin would merge her church singing background with an R&B style that would rule over the pop charts.

Who are popular black singers?

28 Of The Greatest And Most Famous Black Singers Of All Time

• Aretha Franklin.
• Prince.
• Whitney Houston.
• Michael Jackson.
• Rihanna.
• Marvin Gaye.
• Beyoncé
• Jimi Hendrix.

Who are famous black singers male?

19 Of The Greatest And Most Famous Black Male Singers Of All Time

• Stevie Wonder.
• Prince.
• James Brown.
• Marvin Gaye.
• Lionel Richie.
• Ray Charles.
• Smokey Robinson.
• Snoop Dogg.