Forbes recently released a list of the “25 Greatest R&B Artists of All Time,” with Erykah Badu taking the top spot. While the list included expected names like Anita Baker and Usher, notable omissions such as Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston sparked controversy among fans. The rankings, which also featured Tina Turner and TLC, have generated heated discussions on social media and in the music community.
Here is who made it into the top ten:
1. Erykah Badu
2. D’Angelo
3. Mary J. Blige
4. Sade
5. SZA
6. Frank Ocean
7. Aaliyah
8. Usher
9. TLC
10. Mariah Carey
11. Jill Scott
12. Brandy
13. Al Green
14. Anita Baker
15. John Legend
16. En Vogue
17. Aaron Neville
18. SWV
19. Tina Turner
20. Brownstone
21. Keith Sweat
22. Floetry
23. Xscape
24. Dwele
25. Cleo Sol