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Recommended jazz vocals. The world’s greatest jazz singers.

Jazz fills you with exhilaration while maintaining a calm atmosphere.

It’s one of the most familiar genres of music, yet because of its long history, many people may feel it’s a bit “intimidating.”

For those people, we’ve picked out some of the world’s greatest jazz vocalists.

In the first half, we focus on the classic vocalists who helped shape jazz; in the second half, we feature vocalists leading today’s jazz scene.

Whether you’re well-versed in jazz or brand new to it, we’ve put together a list you can enjoy.

Please relax and enjoy it to the very end.

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Recommended jazz vocals. The world’s greatest jazz singers.
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1eastLullaby Of BirdlandSarah VaughanShe loves Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzge…
2eastSwayHalie LorenA jazz vocalist who is gaining popularity in Japan...
3eastYou’d Be So Nice To Come Home ToHelen MerrillA husky known as the “Sigh of New York”…
4eastL-O-V-ENat King ColeOriginally, I started my career as a pianist...
5eastMoon RiverLouis ArmstrongLouis Armstrong was one of the defining figures of the 20th century…
6eastCome Rain or Come ShineDinah Washington
Come Rain or Come ShineDinah Washington
Called the “Queen of the Blues,” she is soul…
7eastFly Me To The MoonFrank SinatraA leading entertainer of the 20th century, not only in jazz but beyond…
8eastSous l’eauKeren AnnSinger-songwriter from Israel...
9eastOne Note SambaElla FitzgeraldElla, who excels at swingy scat singing...
10eastTu sais je vais t´aimerDiana PantonWith an adorable voice and a classic jazz vibe...
11eastGypsy in My SoulConnie EvingsonA Minnesota native with an impressively sexy voice…
12eastBlack CoffeePeggy LeePeggy, who had a difficult childhood due to abuse from her stepmother…
13eastGod Bless The ChildBillie HolidayLike Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald...
14eastHit The Road JackRay CharlesA blind pianist and singer who has been active...
15eastSoul EyesKandace SpringsAn artist from Nashville, Cande…
16eastNearness of YouLizz WrightLiz La..., an artist from the state of Georgia,
17eastDon’t Go To StrangersEtta JonesEtta Jones, a soulful jazz singer
18eastSpeak LowDiane SchuurA soul-stirring voice: a songstress who overcame adversity
19eastFrom The StartLaufeyThe captivating music of Laufey from Iceland
20eastStormy WeatherEthel WatersEthel Waters, who shines brilliantly in the history of music
21eastBack It UpCara EmeraldDutch-born jazz singer, Caro E…
22eastCrazy SwingDELADAPActive mainly in Austria and across Europe...
23eastAAADimie CatA jazz piece with languid, ennui-tinged vocals that leave a strong impression…
24eastLullaby of BirdlandNikki YanofskyA jazz bo… from Montreal, Canada
25eastLullaby of birdlandChris ConnorA jazz singer who captivated audiences with a husky singing voice
26eastSong For My FatherDee Dee BridgewaterThe allure of a songstress revolutionizing jazz
27eastOnce upon a summertimeBetty CarterThe allure of Betty Carter, the queen of jazz improvisation
28eastUntilCécile McLorin SalvantA musical genius who transcends jazz
29eastSanta BabyEartha KittEartha Kitt: Her Distinctive Voice and Life
30eastOn The Sunny Side Of The StreetKeely SmithLegendary songstress, enchanting with the magic of swing
31eastTeach Me TonightNancy WilsonNancy Wilson, the songstress who transcended jazz
32eastGuess Who I Saw TodaySamara JoySamara Joy, Grammy-winning jazz vocalist
33eastSend in the ClownsCleo Laine
Send in the ClownsCleo Laine
Cleo Laine, the Queen of Jazz, with her versatile voice
34eastYou Go to My HeadRachael PriceThough husky and youthful, the singing voice is velvety…
35eastAutumn LeavesEva CassidyA husky, resonant singing voice with a country-style flavor...
36eastWild Is The WindNiki KingAn alluring, maturely sensual singing voice and looks are captivating…
37eastAfro BlueDianne ReevesDianne R..., the queen of contemporary jazz vocals...
38eastBe Good (Lion’s Song)Gregory PorterWhile the singing voice carries a thick, soulful quality, its warmth...
39eastMoanin’Karrin AllysonA smoky, deeply sensual, mature singing voice, and...
40eastTake Me To The WaterNina SimoneBorn into a poor family in the midst of the Great Depression…
41eastWhat a Difference a Day MadeChantal ChamberlandA smoky, elegant, and distinctive sound...
42eastBye Bye BlackbirdCarmen McRaeBorn in Harlem, New York, in his teens...
43eastMy Foolish HeartJane MonheitCaptivating with beautiful sound and a sultry singing voice, Ji...
44eastBorn to Be BlueBeverly KenneyA bit of a downer, like a life born blue by nature…
45eastHoneysuckle RoseAnita O’DayA vocal style that sings like a horn instrument, with a distinctive sense of rhythm...
46eastOn The Sunny Side Of The StreetEsperanza SpaldingPartly due to the influence of my mother, who was interested in music, he/she/they...
47eastMy One And Only LoveSophie MilmanA sexy velvet voice that’s perfect for a sultry sec...
48eastFly me to the MoonDiana PantonDia, whose cute and catchy singing voice is her charm…
49eastBlack OrpheusConnie EvingsonIt evokes a calm, pleasantly languid feeling…
50eastNo More BluesRoberta Gambarini
No More BluesRoberta Gambarini
A soothing song that evokes the beauty of a dignified woman.
51eastNight and DayAngela HagenbachA smoky, full-bodied, sexy low end that’s kind of...
52eastNew York State of MindAnn BurtonEven if you’ve never been to New York...
53eastSpainBobby McFerrinBobby, who stands apart from so-called “singers”…
54eastL-O-V-EHalie LorenAmid the sultriness, glimpses of a cute expression peek through…
55eastCry Me A RiverJulie LondonHe, who began his career as a film actress…
56eastFly Me To The MoonLaura FygiA kind of music that bridges Latin music and jazz…
57eastDon’t Worry ‘Bout MeSachal VasandaniA singing voice that combines sensuality with a gentlemanly sound…
58eastIn the Wee Small Hours of the MorningTierney SuttonA deep, mature-sounding voice that is gentle and refreshing…
59eastSomeday My Prince Will ComeAlexis ColeDeep with a mature tone and a romantic sound…
60eastNo Other LoveJo StaffordA legitimate female vocalist who carries on the tradition of classic jazz vocals...
61eastSummertimeKat EdmonsonHer sweet, pop-tinged, uniquely charming voice is irresistibly catchy and…
62eastLover ManBlossom DearieWhile having cute vocals, still collaborating...
63eastSomething CoolJune Christy
Something CoolJune Christy
The meaning of this song’s title is “a cold drink”…
64eastAfro BlueAbbey LincolnThe wistful, sentimental way of singing is like Billy Ho...
65eastMornin’Al JarreauThey have a fairly wide vocal range, and when it comes to scat technique…
66eastBut Not For MeChet BakerChet Baker is a trumpeter who also sings...
67eastCaravanCyrille AiméeWith a cute singing voice and richly emotive expressiveness, s...
68eastWaltz For DebbyEliane EliasA tender, sultry singing voice that exudes warmth, and the rest…
69eastBUTTERFLYGretchen ParlatoHer delicate, gentle singing voice is like the evening breeze...
70eastLosing YouJamie CullumIt’s a youthful male vocal, yet with a touch of poignancy and sweetness…
71eastDevil May CareKendra ShankA sound that feels light yet has a matte sheen…
72eastYou Don’t Know What Love IsKurt EllingOf course, not only the richly resonant singing voice, but also s…
73eastWoodstockLaila BialiA glossy velvet voice and singing with piano accompaniment…
74eastWhen I Fall In LoveLovisaA supple, clear, gentle, and youthful singing voice...
75eastClose Your EyesNellie McKayA boy with a cute, pop-tinged singing voice is the standout feature...
76eastSummertimeNorah JonesIn the jazz vocal world, elements of rock and pop…
77eastThe Look of LoveDiana KrallOriginally, I had been active as a pianist since the age of 15...
78eastGirl TalkKate McGarryA vocal that conveys a fresh, dignified femininity...