Best R&B artists of the 2010s

Solange established herself as a unique and innovative voice in R&B, embracing the genre's experimental wave with her acclaimed album 'A Seat at the Table'.

Tinashe was considered one of the young talents who revitalized the R&B genre. Her album 'Aquarius' established her as an innovative artist in alternative R&B.

H.E.R. emerged from alternative R&B with a pure sound rooted in the genre's origins. Her self-titled album received critical acclaim and multiple Grammy awards.

Frank Ocean redefined alternative R&B with his enigmatic approach and lo-fi soundscapes. His albums 'Channel Orange' and 'Blonde' are considered masterpieces that greatly influenced the direction of the genre during the decade.

The Weeknd captivated audiences with his ethereal falsetto and dark, melancholic R&B soundscapes. His early mixtapes and albums were instrumental in establishing a new direction in R&B during the decade.

Beyoncé solidified her legendary status with albums that merged various eras and styles of R&B, with '4', 'Beyoncé', and 'Lemonade' being innovative and culturally impactful works during the decade.

Miguel is recognized for merging psychedelic soul, rock, and R&B with a distinctive style and powerful voice. His album 'Kaleidoscope Dream' was a benchmark for R&B in the 2010s.

SZA established herself as one of the leading figures in alternative R&B with her album 'Ctrl', which was a critical and commercial success, establishing her as an influential voice for a new generation.

Chris Brown was one of the most consistent voices in R&B throughout the decade, maintaining a high profile and commercial success with albums like 'F.A.M.E.' and 'Indigo'.

Bruno Mars was one of the most successful male artists of the decade, with his album '24K Magic' paying homage to classic R&B and funk, winning multiple Grammy awards and solidifying his status.

Daniel Caesar stood out with his album 'Freudian', which was a critical success and earned him a Grammy nomination, solidifying him as one of the new voices of contemporary R&B.

Anderson .Paak is a versatile artist who fuses R&B, soul, funk, and hip-hop with distinctive energy. His album 'Malibu' was praised for its musicality and fresh approach to R&B.

Ella Mai had a meteoric rise with her single 'Boo'd Up', which became a viral phenomenon and one of the biggest R&B hits of the decade, propelling her debut album to success.

Jazmine Sullivan is known for her powerful voice and raw, honest lyrics. Her album 'Reality Show' was critically acclaimed and showcased her ability to tell stories through contemporary R&B.

Trey Songz evolved to forge his own musical personality, becoming one of the most important male singers in contemporary R&B with several successful albums during the decade.

Although often associated with pop, Ariana Grande became one of the exponents of contemporary R&B of the decade with her early albums, which had strong influences from the genre.

Kehlani was another one of the young talents who contributed to revitalizing R&B. Her mixtapes and projects positioned her as an important voice in contemporary R&B with an honest style.

Snoh Aalegra stood out at the end of the decade with her album 'Ugh, Those Feels Again', which was a strong contender for the best R&B albums of recent years, solidifying her melancholic style.

Partynextdoor is recognized for redefining R&B for the 2020s with his distinctive sound, influencing the production and lyrics of many new artists and being a precursor to 'trap-soul'.

Bryson Tiller popularized the 'trap-soul' subgenre with his album 'Trapsoul', which was a big success and became a reference point for the sound of R&B in the latter half of the decade.

Janelle Monáe is an eclectic artist who incorporates R&B, funk, soul, and pop into her music, with conceptual narratives. Her albums 'The ArchAndroid' and 'The Electric Lady' were critically acclaimed.