Top 10 Favourite Rock Singers of All Time

There will undoubtedly be different lists of who the Top 10 Favourite Rock Singers of All Time are. It’s not easy to even rank them from 1 to 10 in order. But definitely, voice quality ranks at the top of the criteria.

Here are our top 10 favourite rock singers of all time:

1. Robert Plant. His vocal prowess helped Led Zeppelin rise to the top in the 70’s. His high pitched nasal voice with a fine raspy texture is matched only by the unequalled skill of Jimmy Page on lead guitar.
2. Freddie Mercury. The tone of his voice is very smooth and elegant, like dripping honey. His singing style is flamboyant and his presence on stage is infectious. His and Queen’s popularity soared after their 1985 Live Aid performance left the other performing bands and the entire Wembley Stadium in awe.

1. Mick Jagger. Another flamboyant performer known for his showmanship. His distinct throaty voice and flashy moves brought the Rolling Stones the title of The World’s Greatest Rock and Roll Band.
2. John Lennon/Paul McCartney. The Lennon-McCartney tandem is inseparable if you consider the popularity of the Beatles. Their voices, however, were distinct and recognizable from each other.
3. Janis Joplin. She was a tiny firebrand, a comet of a rock star who had a unique soulful voice. She took the blues rock and roll world by storm with her powerful raspy vocals.
4. Bruce Springsteen. Born in the USA. Bruce Springsteen sings while methodically strumming his electric guitar. His voice is deep and raspy, it almost approximates a growl. His rugged style can rouse a crowd.
5. Axl Rose. Dramatic lead vocals of the 80’s band Guns ‘n’ Roses. His voice is throaty and high-pitched like a squeal, but later on incorporated a low, raspy quality.
6. David Bowie. Bowie has a constant vibrato in his voice that gave it a unique sound that matched his avant-garde style. He appears almost stoical when he sings.
7. Bob Dylan. A member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, his voice was not unique and distinct, but his songs took on political color in what became known as protest songs.
8. Sting. He was both songwriter and lead vocals for The Police. His distinctly raspy high-pitched voice is hard not to recognize. He is one down-to-earth dude.

You may have your own top 10 favourites rock singers of all time. But here are 10 of our favourite top rock singers based on the distinct quality of their voice, live performance, and popularity.