Top 10 Singers of 2023

It’s hard to define a top 10 of singers of 2023: there were so many impressive entries across various genres. Nevertheless, we’re stepping on thin ice by presenting you our personal pick, a fair representation of outstanding artists who were in the spotlight in 2023. Do you agree with us?

Corey Taylor – Metal Powerhouse

Corey Taylor, the powerhouse vocalist known for fronting both Slipknot and Stone Sour, celebrates his 50th birthday in 2023, marking the occasion with the release of his latest solo album, CMF2. Renowned as an inspiration for many, Taylor continues to captivate audiences, and rumors suggest a highly anticipated upcoming album with Slipknot is on the horizon.

Corey Taylor – We Are The Rest

Taylor Swift – a year of records

Taylor Swift looks back on a truly successful year. She was named Person of the Year 2023 by “Time” magazine. Her tour “The Eras,” which started in Arizona in March, is expected to bring in around 3.9 billion euros by its completion in late 2024. In August, the news broke that Taylor, as the first female artist in Spotify history, had surpassed 100 million monthly listeners. Her first pop album, “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” re-released in October, became the best-selling album release of the year.

Taylor Swift – Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) (Lyric Video)

Miley Cyrus – on self-reflective paths

Miley Cyrus reinvented herself on a visual side in 2023, while simultaneously making a strong comeback with the hit “Flowers” and the album “Endless Summer Vacation.” In May, she surprised her fans by announcing that she would not go on tour for the time being, citing the need to avoid ego inflation and the unhealthy feeling of constant public observation.

Miley Cyrus – „Flowers“ (Official Video)

Sam Smith – million-selling British Star

British superstar Sam Smith received the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at this year’s Grammy Awards. Despite facing online hate and threats on the streets for identifying as non-binary, Smith’s fans appreciate their bold approach and spectacular live shows.

Sam Smith, Kim Petras – „Unholy“ (Official Music Video)

Billie Eilish – The hit artist is back!

Billie Eilish, despite being pretty young, has rocked the music scene since her debut album, “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?” She’s got a massive fan following with over 45.2 million YouTube subs and 102 million Insta fans. Bagging Grammys, Brit Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and American Music Awards, she’s the youngest to top the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 2023, she dropped a cool new single, “What I Was Made For.”

Billie Eilish – What Was I Made For? 

Ed Sheeran – one of the world’s most influential

British singer, songwriter, and musician Ed Sheeran released his seventh studio album, “Autumn Variations,” in September. It was his first album with a label, featuring songs recorded live in the living rooms of 14 fans. Ed has won three Grammys, two MTV Video Music Awards, an American Music Award, and a Brit Award. Quite impressive!

Ed Sheeran – „Magical“ (Live Acoustic)

Shakira – Billboard Artist of the Year

Shakira received the Video Vanguard Award at the MTV Music Awards 2023, honouring her outstanding contributions to music videos. She also won two Latin Emma Awards, including Song of the Year for her hit “Music Session #53.” Welcome back!

Shakira / BZRP „Music Sessions #53“

Dua Lipa – unbelievable numbers

British-Albanian singer Dua Lipa has sold more than 107.7 million records, with her early music video “New Rules” reaching over 2.9 billion views on YouTube. At just 27 years old, she has already won three Grammys and collaborated with Elton John.

Dua Lipa – „Dance The Night“ (From Barbie the Album)

The Weeknd – king of modern R’n’B

In May 2023, Canadian R&B singer, songwriter, and actor The Weeknd announced that he would no longer use his artist pseudonym. Instead, he would present himself to the public under his real name, Abel Tesfaye. The Weeknd has been nominated for multiple MTV Video Music Awards and is known for his philanthropy, having donated around 1.8 million euros for humanitarian causes in 2020.

The Weeknd – Like A God (Music from the HBO Original Series The Idol)

Bruce Dickinson – the voice of Iron Maiden goes solo

Bruce Dickinson, primarily known as the frontman of the iconic rock band Iron Maiden, announced a new solo album, “The Mandrake Project,” for 2024. Despite the expected release date being early next year, he has already released the first song, “Afterglow Of Ragnarok.” We can’t do much but bow to one of the best voices of metal.

Bruce Dickinson – „Afterglow Of Ragnarok“ (Offizielles Video)

A list of ‘best’ singers is always a matter of taste. What about you? We’d love to hear about your singing heroes from 2023. Just drop a comment below! 👇