Article The Hottest 10 R&B Singers In The Game ... Right Now

robby84 · 08-14-2008, 09:10 AM

August 14, 2008
Words by Carl Lamarre

A few months ago, MTV had the liberty of constructing a list which consisted of the top 10 hottest rappers in the game. This incredulous list made fans, and rappers cringe in utter disgust as the "professionals" weeded out the good from the bad. Though the list drew a lot of controversy, and was considered an abomination to hip-hop. It made rappers step their game up. If all it took was a list for rappers to step their game up, then I figured maybe if someone compiled a group of male R&B singers, and made a list resembling the MTV standards maybe, then just maybe, we would see the same angst, and vigor among R&B singers.

Genius right? Well, I decided to take the liberty in orchestrating such a list. I'll be honest, the process was very tedious, and arduous, but it was done. I'm ready for the shots, and the "you're stupid comments" Here we go.

Hottest 10 R&B Singers Right Now

10. Justin Timberlake

If we were going by overall talent, and accomplishments, JT would undoubtedly be among the upper echelon. Futuresex / Lovesounds was dubbed as a classic, and instantly created comparisons between JT and Usher, as to whom was the king of R&B. Timberlake was owned the charts with three #1 hits, including "My Love," "What Goes Around," and "SexyBack." Since then, JT has been relatively quiet. It has been said that JT has taken some time off to pursue acting. Though that maybe true, earlier this year Justin made an appearance on Madonna's "4 Minutes" that ended up in the Hot 100 on Billboard.

9. Mario

The kid who was tired of being "just a friend" turned into a man with his heartfelt single "Music For Love." Mario is currently working on his fourth album that yet-to-be-titled, but is still making noise on the radio with "Music For Love." Also, Mario recently joined forces with the sultry Keyshia Coles on the remix for "Heavensent." Let's not forget about "Crying Out For Me” that had the ladies clutching on to their pillows at night in need of young crooner's touch.

8. Robin Thicke

The young stud fresh from Cali had women wooing with his last CD, The Evolution of Robin Thicke. This year, Thicke left his imprints on a couple of our favorite rappers tracks including 50 Cent's "Follow My Lead," and Lil Wayne's "Tie My Hands." Though he has been busy doing features, Mr. Thicke has returned on the R&B scene with his electrifying single "Magic." To up the ante, Thicke just did a remix of the record starring the Queen of R&B, Mary J Blige.

7. Trey Songz

Alright, this one was a difficult one. Trey Songz is sitting at #7 because Trey Day simply elevated his stock. The singles, "Wonderwoman," "Can't Help But Wait," and "Last Time," dominated the R&B charts. He even provided some assistance on Scarface's "Girl U Know," and LL Cool J's "Girl If I." Though Robin just dropped a single, it's not fair to ignore what Trey has done. As of now, Trey is currently working on his album titled Ready, expected to come out later this year.

6. Ryan Leslie

Songwriter-turned-R&B star, Ryan Leslie has taken off from writing and producing behind the scenes to pursue his career as an R&B phenom. Thus far Lesile has connected on all angles on only two singles. Yes the man doesn't have an album, and he's #6, but the reason he's that high is because "Addiction" is blazing on the airwaves, and is arguably the summer anthem. In addition, "Diamond Girl" is still receiving love on the air waves. With both songs sitting on the Hot 100, Leslie can only find himself moving on up.

5. Usher

I don't know if Usher is suffering from the Penny Hardaway fall off, or what, but Usher has been slipping in the eyes of many. In 2005, Usher delivered on the classical opus Confessions, and sold over an astounding 10 million records. With his recent release of his fifth album titled Here I Stand, Usher has received lukewarm reviews mixed with harsh criticism pertaining to his live performances. Though "Love In This Club" peaked #1 on Billboard's Hot 100, "Love In This Club, Pt. II," and "Moving Mountains" didn't fair the same.

4. Lloyd

Lloyd is steadily becoming one of the most consistent R&B cats in the game right now. With the success of his last album Street Love, Lloyd has decided to play teacher this time around and school a few cats on the protocols of R&B by releasing Lesson Of Love. Lloyd kept the formula the same by featuring Lil Wayne on his new single "Girls Around the World." Prior to his new album, Lloyd also kept busy by hopping on Huey's "When I Hustle," and Pitbull's "Secret Admirer."

3. The Dream

Like Leslie, Dream has made a similar transition from songwriter to R&B star. Dream's eclectic sound, and versatility has opened up a lot doors for him this year. Aside from the effervescent "I Love Your Girl," which was triumphant on the charts, Dream has made a stamp on being the new hit man for hooks. From LL Cool J's "Baby," to Gym Class Heroes "Cookie Jar," to Plies "Please Excuse My Hands," The Dream can't be stopped. The precocious songwriter is putting everybody on right now, including his damn self as he continues to cash check after check.

2. Ne-Yo

Could 2008 indeed be the Year of the Gentleman? Well if Ne-Yo keeps stroking the pen the way he has, then I don't see a problem. Ne-Yo has yet to falter, and continues to make his presence felt on the charts and on the radio. The maestro is coming fresh off a platinum album, and has been hot from the field by connecting with his first single "Closer," and his follow up single "Miss Independent." His feature on Piles' "Bust It Baby (Pt. 2)" helped him remain on the scene. Ne-Yo even got his swag on, with the pretentious "A Mille" freestyle taking shots at the man who's sitting at number one.

1. Chris Brown

All it took was three years for the kid to take the crown. With a go-getter mentality, the then 16-year-old came, saw, and conquered the R&B game. Right now, Chris Breezy is sitting comfortably at the #1 spot. Breezy has gained love from different facets of the music industry. Brown recently was featured on Nas' "Make the World Go Round," off of Nasir's Untitled album, and was anointed as the "young Michael Jackson" by the legendary MC. Brown continues to have fans oozing and gushing for more as his last CD, Exclusive, which wheeled in almost 2 million copies, and three Top 5 Billboard hits. Though Brown has recently embarked on acting, he has recently re-released Exclusive with four brand new songs.

On the Verge: Sterling Simms, Sean Garrett, Pleasure P

This is it. It was hard, but I think I got it right. These are the ten hottest R&B cats out right now. Hopefully these artists step their game, and contest Chris Brown for that top spot, because right now, he's the man in charge. Let the debating begin.

Source: Ballerstatus

DOJA FLOPS HARD · 08-14-2008, 09:18 AM

gayme takes another L. looks like his move into the R and B/ pop industry hasnt paid off.

Hiphopain'tdead · 08-14-2008, 09:20 AM

BUllshit!!, Leslie aint all that

THA WEATHA MAN · 08-14-2008, 10:11 AM

Uh, Justin should have been #1 if anything . He had the most success of anyone in that list the past year.

Yuri Orlov · 08-14-2008, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by DOJA FLOPS HARD

gayme takes another L. looks like his move into the R and B/ pop industry hasnt paid off.

Lmao , u crazy dude.but back to the thread , that's a good list u got there , and sterling simms is definately one of the dudes that can get it popping.and i'd put trey songs higher than that , he's top 3 if u ask me.anyway , props dogg.

LadyValentine · 08-14-2008, 10:38 AM

OMFG WOW...Robin>>>>That whole list damn near

Lloyd & Ryan are wack

Hydrargyrum · 08-14-2008, 11:53 AM

Ryan shouldn't be on there, but everybody should. Where's Beyonce?

*50*CENT*WIFE* · 08-14-2008, 12:00 PM

Wheres my boy raheem devaughn ;)

LadyValentine · 08-14-2008, 12:10 PM

^Oh my...I almost forgot about him..Raheem gets it poppin!

the boss · 08-14-2008, 12:14 PM

how is chris brown munber 1 man..you telling me that he better than ne yo?now he sold a few more records than ne yo but,damn ne yo wrote like 3 or 4 of the top singles this year and yall have to understand that iting a song is alot more harder than just singing but,breezy is sweet dont get me wrong i respect his craft..i just think ne yo needs a little more credit

BrooklynZ Finest · 08-14-2008, 12:15 PM

wow so many wack ass niggaz in one list^^

I am God · 08-14-2008, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hiphopain'tdead

BUllshit!!, Leslie aint all that

Ryan Leslie is actually really good... Way better than CB.

Ty Gibson · 08-14-2008, 01:09 PM

Wack thread

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOJA FLOPS HARD

gayme takes another L. looks like his move into the R and B/ pop industry hasnt paid off.

Game can't even keep his pants up cuz you constantly keep tryna suck his balls

Antonio Montana · 08-14-2008, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hydrargyrum

Ryan shouldn't be on there, but everybody should. Where's Beyonce?

....Ryan Leslie's music is unique....plus he produces and writes his own shit

dude is talented as fuck...type his name on Youtube and see what i'm talking about.

Hydrargyrum · 08-14-2008, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Antonio Montana

....Ryan Leslie's music is unique....plus he produces and writes his own shit

dude is talented as fuck...type his name on Youtube and see what i'm talking about.

Yeah, but his singing isn't that good IMO.

They need to make another list and put some females (other than Chris Brown) on there

robby84 · 08-14-2008, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ty Gibson

Wack thread

Game can't even keep his pants up cuz you constantly keep tryna suck his balls

then don't come to this thread if its wack..it as simple as that..idiot.

i post news for all the members who are interested to see if ur not then go to another thread homie

DaDizzle · 08-14-2008, 03:44 PM

JT, Usher, or Ne-Yo should be #1.

JT is pop also...not r&b.

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robby84 Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Born/Raised in Queenz NYC Now Livin in Y.O. Posts: 7,747 Thanks: 2,788 Thanked 13,347 Times in 979 Posts	The Hottest 10 R&B Singers In The Game ... Right Now The Hottest 10 R&B Singers In The Game ... Right Now August 14, 2008 Words by Carl Lamarre A few months ago, MTV had the liberty of constructing a list which consisted of the top 10 hottest rappers in the game. This incredulous list made fans, and rappers cringe in utter disgust as the "professionals" weeded out the good from the bad. Though the list drew a lot of controversy, and was considered an abomination to hip-hop. It made rappers step their game up. If all it took was a list for rappers to step their game up, then I figured maybe if someone compiled a group of male R&B singers, and made a list resembling the MTV standards maybe, then just maybe, we would see the same angst, and vigor among R&B singers. Genius right? Well, I decided to take the liberty in orchestrating such a list. I'll be honest, the process was very tedious, and arduous, but it was done. I'm ready for the shots, and the "you're stupid comments" Here we go. Hottest 10 R&B Singers Right Now 10. Justin Timberlake If we were going by overall talent, and accomplishments, JT would undoubtedly be among the upper echelon. Futuresex / Lovesounds was dubbed as a classic, and instantly created comparisons between JT and Usher, as to whom was the king of R&B. Timberlake was owned the charts with three #1 hits, including "My Love," "What Goes Around," and "SexyBack." Since then, JT has been relatively quiet. It has been said that JT has taken some time off to pursue acting. Though that maybe true, earlier this year Justin made an appearance on Madonna's "4 Minutes" that ended up in the Hot 100 on Billboard. 9. Mario The kid who was tired of being "just a friend" turned into a man with his heartfelt single "Music For Love." Mario is currently working on his fourth album that yet-to-be-titled, but is still making noise on the radio with "Music For Love." Also, Mario recently joined forces with the sultry Keyshia Coles on the remix for "Heavensent." Let's not forget about "Crying Out For Me” that had the ladies clutching on to their pillows at night in need of young crooner's touch. 8. Robin Thicke The young stud fresh from Cali had women wooing with his last CD, The Evolution of Robin Thicke. This year, Thicke left his imprints on a couple of our favorite rappers tracks including 50 Cent's "Follow My Lead," and Lil Wayne's "Tie My Hands." Though he has been busy doing features, Mr. Thicke has returned on the R&B scene with his electrifying single "Magic." To up the ante, Thicke just did a remix of the record starring the Queen of R&B, Mary J Blige. 7. Trey Songz Alright, this one was a difficult one. Trey Songz is sitting at #7 because Trey Day simply elevated his stock. The singles, "Wonderwoman," "Can't Help But Wait," and "Last Time," dominated the R&B charts. He even provided some assistance on Scarface's "Girl U Know," and LL Cool J's "Girl If I." Though Robin just dropped a single, it's not fair to ignore what Trey has done. As of now, Trey is currently working on his album titled Ready, expected to come out later this year. 6. Ryan Leslie Songwriter-turned-R&B star, Ryan Leslie has taken off from writing and producing behind the scenes to pursue his career as an R&B phenom. Thus far Lesile has connected on all angles on only two singles. Yes the man doesn't have an album, and he's #6, but the reason he's that high is because "Addiction" is blazing on the airwaves, and is arguably the summer anthem. In addition, "Diamond Girl" is still receiving love on the air waves. With both songs sitting on the Hot 100, Leslie can only find himself moving on up. 5. Usher I don't know if Usher is suffering from the Penny Hardaway fall off, or what, but Usher has been slipping in the eyes of many. In 2005, Usher delivered on the classical opus Confessions, and sold over an astounding 10 million records. With his recent release of his fifth album titled Here I Stand, Usher has received lukewarm reviews mixed with harsh criticism pertaining to his live performances. Though "Love In This Club" peaked #1 on Billboard's Hot 100, "Love In This Club, Pt. II," and "Moving Mountains" didn't fair the same. 4. Lloyd Lloyd is steadily becoming one of the most consistent R&B cats in the game right now. With the success of his last album Street Love, Lloyd has decided to play teacher this time around and school a few cats on the protocols of R&B by releasing Lesson Of Love. Lloyd kept the formula the same by featuring Lil Wayne on his new single "Girls Around the World." Prior to his new album, Lloyd also kept busy by hopping on Huey's "When I Hustle," and Pitbull's "Secret Admirer." 3. The Dream Like Leslie, Dream has made a similar transition from songwriter to R&B star. Dream's eclectic sound, and versatility has opened up a lot doors for him this year. Aside from the effervescent "I Love Your Girl," which was triumphant on the charts, Dream has made a stamp on being the new hit man for hooks. From LL Cool J's "Baby," to Gym Class Heroes "Cookie Jar," to Plies "Please Excuse My Hands," The Dream can't be stopped. The precocious songwriter is putting everybody on right now, including his damn self as he continues to cash check after check. 2. Ne-Yo Could 2008 indeed be the Year of the Gentleman? Well if Ne-Yo keeps stroking the pen the way he has, then I don't see a problem. Ne-Yo has yet to falter, and continues to make his presence felt on the charts and on the radio. The maestro is coming fresh off a platinum album, and has been hot from the field by connecting with his first single "Closer," and his follow up single "Miss Independent." His feature on Piles' "Bust It Baby (Pt. 2)" helped him remain on the scene. Ne-Yo even got his swag on, with the pretentious "A Mille" freestyle taking shots at the man who's sitting at number one. 1. Chris Brown All it took was three years for the kid to take the crown. With a go-getter mentality, the then 16-year-old came, saw, and conquered the R&B game. Right now, Chris Breezy is sitting comfortably at the #1 spot. Breezy has gained love from different facets of the music industry. Brown recently was featured on Nas' "Make the World Go Round," off of Nasir's Untitled album, and was anointed as the "young Michael Jackson" by the legendary MC. Brown continues to have fans oozing and gushing for more as his last CD, Exclusive, which wheeled in almost 2 million copies, and three Top 5 Billboard hits. Though Brown has recently embarked on acting, he has recently re-released Exclusive with four brand new songs. On the Verge: Sterling Simms, Sean Garrett, Pleasure P This is it. It was hard, but I think I got it right. These are the ten hottest R&B cats out right now. Hopefully these artists step their game, and contest Chris Brown for that top spot, because right now, he's the man in charge. Let the debating begin. Source: Ballerstatus __________________ Most loved/Hated Moderator "Stop Bitchin" - Robby

08-14-2008, 09:18 AM	#2
DOJA FLOPS HARD Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Crime side of NY Southside Posts: 1,464 Thanks: 287 Thanked 291 Times in 44 Posts	gayme takes another L. looks like his move into the R and B/ pop industry hasnt paid off.

08-14-2008, 10:38 AM	#6
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the boss Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 241 Thanks: 11 Thanked 58 Times in 17 Posts	how is chris brown munber 1 man..you telling me that he better than ne yo?now he sold a few more records than ne yo but,damn ne yo wrote like 3 or 4 of the top singles this year and yall have to understand that iting a song is alot more harder than just singing but,breezy is sweet dont get me wrong i respect his craft..i just think ne yo needs a little more credit

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DaDizzle Bush me Douche Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Florida Posts: 3,663 Thanks: 29 Thanked 503 Times in 207 Posts	JT, Usher, or Ne-Yo should be #1. JT is pop also...not r&b. __________________

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