Rank the Greatest R&B and Soul Artists Ever

Soul stirring begins now! Welcome to the R&B and soul artist blind ranking challenge! From soul legends like Aretha Franklin and Marvin Gaye to modern R&B innovators like Beyoncé and The Weeknd, this game features 150+ of the most soulful voices in music history. Rank the artists who defined smooth vocals and emotional depth!

How R&B Artist Ranking Works

You'll rank incredible vocalists across R&B, soul, and neo-soul eras. Rank them from 1 to 10 considering vocal ability, emotional delivery, musical innovation, and cultural influence. Do you prefer classic Motown soul (Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder) or 90s R&B smoothness (Boyz II Men, Usher)? Are contemporary R&B artists (H.E.R., SZA) continuing the legacy properly? Your rankings show your soul preferences!

Featured R&B & Soul Artists

Our collection celebrates R&B's incredible vocal tradition. You'll find soul pioneers (Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke, Otis Redding), Motown legends (Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross), smooth R&B kings (Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass), 90s R&B royalty (Whitney Houston, Boyz II Men, Mary J. Blige), neo-soul innovators (D'Angelo, Erykah Badu, Maxwell), and modern R&B stars (Beyoncé, Usher, The Weeknd, H.E.R., SZA).

Why R&B Artist Rankings Are Personal

R&B and soul music touch the heart like no other genre. The emotional power of Aretha's voice, the smoothness of Luther Vandross, the innovation of The Weeknd – these artists connect on a deeply personal level. Can anyone match Whitney's vocal range? Is Beyoncé R&B or pop? Does modern R&B respect the soul tradition? This game celebrates vocal excellence while exploring R&B's evolving identity. Share your rankings and celebrate soul!

Start ranking R&B artists now and show your soul!