00:00I'm burning through the sky, yeah, 200 degrees, that's why they call me Mr. Farentine.
00:07Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the most talented lead singers
00:13of some of the music industry's most iconic bands.
00:21Number 10. Bono, U2.
00:32Constant evolution and dedication to his craft has more than paid off for Bono.
00:37Since the formation of U2 in the 1970s, Bono has gone out of his way to ensure his voice
00:42has grown alongside the rest of the group's instrumental skills.
00:55Although he's primarily known for his soaring high notes and jaw-dropping belting,
00:59he also has a solid lower range, which he's enhanced by employing specific techniques.
01:05The singer has also utilized octave doubling, which shows off both ends of his vocal spectrum at once.
01:18Whether it's a falsetto or a controlled croon, he can make any style sound impeccable.
01:23Decades into his career, he still continues to hone his talents,
01:27ensuring we'll be wowed for years to come.
01:37Number 9. Matt Bellamy, Muse.
01:47It can be easy to think that rock vocals are defined by grittiness and raw power,
01:52but there's plenty of other styles that still maintain the soul of the genre.
01:56Matt Bellamy of Muse has proven this time and time again, with his instantly recognizable tenor.
02:02He's no stranger to incorporating techniques for higher registers in his work,
02:06including hitting falsetto tones and adding a slight quiver to certain notes.
02:17What makes his skills even more remarkable is that many of Muse's songs are in a higher key,
02:22which require him to stay in his head voice for a majority of each piece.
02:26The fact that he does so and makes it seem effortless is a testament to how monumental his talents truly
02:32are.
02:34They will not force us
02:39Number 8. Morrissey, The Smiths
02:49You don't need to be a tenor to be talented.
02:52You don't need to look further than Morrissey to prove it.
02:55The former frontman of The Smiths has a baritone range, allowing him to hit a perfect blend of higher and
03:00lower notes.
03:01His expertise is enhanced by the unique variations in his style, whether it's an infusion of femininity or his accent
03:07being modified.
03:16The singer also employs masterful nasal resonance into his tone, which helps create a richer, fuller sound.
03:24The combination of his natural gifts with the methods he's picked up throughout his career have resulted in one of
03:29the most distinctive voices within the genre.
03:31It's no wonder why it continues to enchant listeners decades after he first hit the scene.
03:45Number 7. Chris Cornell, Various
03:56Across all the bands he was a member of, there's one core aspect connecting them all, his iconic voice.
04:03With the ability to hit notes across almost four octaves, Chris Cornell was one of the most technically impressive singers
04:09within the industry.
04:10He had the ability to mold to whatever he sang, meaning he could go from growling lower notes to belting
04:15out brighter, higher ones.
04:23The rocker didn't rest on those laurels. He also incorporated various styles that added stylistic flair to his natural skills.
04:31Cornell has also been commended for his ability to adapt to the various intricacies within the genre.
04:37He was one of the greatest vocalists within the art form, and the premature loss of his talent is still
04:42felt today.
04:43Yeah, and be a star.
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05:10Number 6. Axl Rose, Guns N' Roses
05:22When thinking about artists with insanely large vocal ranges, your mind may go to opera or choral performers.
05:29Yet one of the most extraordinary actually belongs to Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose.
05:34He has the ability to hit notes across five octaves.
05:37Beyond that, he also has a raw power that's notable from the moment he begins to sing.
05:49Fans aren't the only ones to notice.
05:52Other members of the group have also commended it.
05:54Slash in particular has noted that the first thing he noticed about Rose's voice was its soulfulness,
05:59despite the fact that he was performing hard rock material.
06:02That exact quality has lasted throughout his career,
06:05making him one of the electric lead singers in music history.
06:16Number 5. Chris Martin, Coldplay
06:19His voice is one of the most recognizable of the 21st century, and it's clear why.
06:32Whether you're hearing Chris Martin live or through your earbuds,
06:35you're in for a musical treat you won't forget any time soon.
06:39He possesses a tenor register,
06:40which makes it easy for him to hit those flawless falsetto notes that appear throughout Coldplay's discography.
06:52Martin also effortlessly infuses emotion into his tone without it coming across as forced.
06:58He may not focus so much on pure power or volume as other singers,
07:02but he's shown time and time again that a softer vocal can be just as effective.
07:07With how much his skills have already evolved,
07:09we can all but guarantee he'll be impressing fans for years to come.
07:20Number 4. Steven Tyler, Aerosmith
07:30Chris Martin may opt for a softer delivery,
07:34but that certainly doesn't apply to every iconic vocalist.
07:37Steven Tyler is the ultimate example of someone who goes in the opposite direction and prioritizes power.
07:42His expansive range and emotive delivery have been a weapon in Aerosmith's arsenal since their formation.
07:48Whether it's a ballad or an anthem, his versatility knows no bounds.
08:00That sheer talent isn't by chance.
08:03The demon of screaming spent years honing his skills through bel canto techniques,
08:07which are often found in Italian opera.
08:09That level of care ensured his voice would maintain its strength as he aged.
08:21Considering he only retired from touring in 2024 after six decades in the business,
08:26it seems to have paid off.
08:28I was crying when I met you
08:31Now I'm trying to forget you
08:35Number 3. Paul McCartney, Various
08:47Versatility can help a musician stand out for decades.
08:50Few have proven this more than Paul McCartney,
08:52whose work in The Beatles and Wings has cemented his status as one of history's most talented singers.
08:58Whether it's a tender ballad or an emotionally intense track,
09:01he's proven that he can take on any variation of song with ease.
09:04Experts in the field have commended him for his ability to perform a wide array of genres,
09:09from gospel-style runs to classic blues and rock and roll.
09:21McCartney's adaptability is complemented by his well-rounded technique.
09:25Between his standout belting skills and his notable four-octave range,
09:29it's clear to see why so many publications have named him as one of the best to ever do it.
09:42Number 2. Robert Plant, Various
09:53There's a reason why so many listeners and music experts alike agree that he has one of the best
09:58voices in all of rock and roll. Since the days of Led Zeppelin, Robert Plant's talent has helped
10:04him stand out among his contemporaries. He boasts multi-octave capabilities, which helps him hit those
10:09instantly-recognizable higher notes in the band's catalogue.
10:20He also utilizes a variety of different placements and registers when he sings,
10:25which creates a rich variety of tones. Unlike other artists, Plant has been blessed to not have
10:31to work his instrument too much. He's mentioned not needing to warm up or provide extra care to
10:36his vocal cords, even in his older age, meaning all that skill comes to him naturally.
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11:24Number 1. Freddie Mercury, Queen
11:27It may have been decades since his tragic premature passing, but he's still regarded as one of the
11:40most impressive front men in music history. Queen's Freddie Mercury possessed a staggering register,
11:47with him easily being able to clear four octaves. Other musicians who've worked with him have noted his
11:52innate ability when it came to his technique, between him being able to easily cross registers and pick up
11:58rhythms effortlessly. He also had a distinctive vibrato, which scientists believe was made possible by him
12:11utilizing an aspect of his vocal cords that are believed to create subharmonic tones. It could explain
12:17why his voice had been so captivating from the very beginning of his career, and why it continues to
12:22make an impact today?
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