1. Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder is an iconic American singer-songwriter, renowned for pioneering a range of music genres.
2. Lionel Richie
Lionel Brockman Richie Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and television personality.
3. Alicia Keys
American singer, songwriter and pianist Alicia Keys was signed at 15.
4. Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill is an influential singer, rapper and record producer renowned for being one of the best rappers of all time.
5. Tyrese Gibson
Tyrese released "Sweet Lady" in 1998, which peaked at #12.
6. Mary J. Blige
Mary Jane Blige is a singer, songwriter and actress with nine Grammys, an Emmy, four American Music Awards and twelve additional accolades.
7. Khalid
Khalid is an American singer-songwriter, signed to RCA and Right Hand Music, famed for his debut album "American Teen", certified 4x platinum.
8. Joji
Joji is a Japanese singer-songwriter, rapper and YouTuber who used to be known as Filthy Frank and Pink Guy. His music is a blend of R&B, lo-fi and trip hop.
9. Faith Evans
American singer/actress Faith Renée Evans from New Jersey, relocated to LA in 1991.
10. Ginuwine
Ginuwine is an R&B singer, dancer and actor. He was a member of Swing Mob in the 90s, making him famous.
11. Andy Grammer
Andrew Charles Grammer is an American singer/songwriter/producer famous for his singles "Keep Your Head Up" and "Fine by Me".
12. The Weeknd
The Weeknd: Grammy-winning Canadian singer of unique R&B/hip hop/electronic sound and dark lyrics.
13. Ashanti
Ashanti is a singer/actress initially discovered as teen, signed to Murder Inc. Records 2002 and featured on two hit songs.
14. Ciara
Grammy-winning Ciara is an influential R&B singer, songwriter and dancer.
15. SZA
SZA is an American singer and songwriter from St. Louis, active since 2010.
16. Akon
Akon is a Senegalese-American singer/producer who rose to fame in 2004.
17. Keyshia Cole
Keyshia Cole is a singer/songwriter and TV personality. She became famous for her debut album, The Way It Is, after signing with A&M Records.
18. Ne-Yo
Ne-Yo is an American singer, songwriter, actor and record producer renowned for writing Mario's 2004 hit "Let Me Love You".
19. Usher
Usher was born in Dallas, raised in Chattanooga then moved to Atlanta at age 12 and signed with LaFace Records.
20. CeeLo Green
Cee Lo Green is a singer-songwriter and rapper who appeared in an episode of "Sarcastaball", singing the song "I Love Sarcastaball".
21. Robin Thicke
Robin Thicke is a famous American singer best known for his hit single "Blurred Lines"; he received Grammy nominations in 2014.
22. Zayn Malik
Zayn Malik, ex-1D, acclaimed solo R&B-pop artist.
23. Trey Songz
Trey Songz is an American R&B singer and rapper famous for his 2005 album, I Gotta Make It, and its single "Can't Help but Wait".
24. Solange Knowles
Solange Knowles is an American singer, songwriter, actress, model and record producer known for her diverse R&B-influenced style. She has earned multiple awards and critical acclaim for her solo albums and collaborations.
25. Halle Bailey
Halle Bailey is singer, songwriter and actress; 5-time Grammy nominee with sister Chlöe.
26. Kehlani
Kehlani Ashley Parrish is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer from Oakland.
27. August Alsina
August Anthony Alsina Jr. is an American singer from New Orleans, Louisiana, formerly signed to Def Jam Recordings.
28. Doja Cat
Doja Cat is an American rapper, singer-songwriter, record producer from LA.
29. Barry White
Barry Eugene Carter, better known by his stage name Barry White, was an American singer and songwriter.
30. H.E.R.
Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson, known professionally as H.E.R., is an American singer, songwriter, musician and actress.
31. Chloe Bailey
Chloe x Halle have earned five Grammys since 2018.
32. Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston was a renowned R&B singer and actress, selling over 200 million records with her powerful voice and captivating stage presence.
33. Anderson Paak
Anderson Paak is an acclaimed American singer, rapper and record producer whose 2017 release 'Malibu' earned him Grammy nominations.
34. Christina Milian
Christina Milian is an American actress, singer from Jersey City, NJ signed with Murder Inc. at 19.
35. Etta James
Etta James was an iconic American singer known for her singing in multiple genres such as gospel, blues, jazz, R&B etc.
36. Bryson Tiller
Bryson Djuan Tiller is an American singer and rapper from Louisville, Kentucky, who gained fame in 2015 with the release of his single "Don't".
37. Crush
Artist joins track team to pursue crush, falls for unexpected teammate and discovers real love.
38. 6lack
6lack; American singer-songwriter and rapper; known for "Prblms" (2016).
39. Jhené Aiko
Jhené Aiko is an R&B singer and songwriter, famous for her ethereal vocals and musical versatility. She was initially part of the group B2K.
40. Keisha Epps
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and record producer, Keisha Epps is a celebrated R&B star whose classic sound and signature soulful message has earned her worldwide acclaim.
41. Summer Walker
Summer Marjani Walker is an American R&B singer. In 2017, she signed to Love Renaissance and Interscope Records.
42. Queen Naija
Queen Naija Bulls is an American R&B singer and media personality known for her vlogging on YouTube and appearance on American Idol.
43. Prince
Prince, an award-winning singer/songwriter/producer, is widely acclaimed.
44. Kali Uchis
Kali Uchis released debut mixtape in 2012, EP Por Vida (2015)+ album Isolation (2018).