Going way back in time for this entry on our list, “Chantilly Lace” was released in 1958 by singer Jiles Perry Richardson, Jr. Keith’s deep drawl gives the song a classic country feel, making this song ideal for any deep-voiced singers who love country. This simple song about a man’s favorite bar topped the charts upon its release, hitting the number one spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Singles and Tracks and remaining there for five consecutive weeks.
The poignant music video for “Jeremy” was awarded MTV’s Best Video of the Year in 1993. Most other tracks by Pearl Jam would also suffice for singers with deep voices, especially if you’re put off by this particular song’s dark subject matter. Released in 1992 as the third single from Pearl Jam’s debut studio album Ten, the dark inspiration behind this song was the news story of a high school student who had shot himself in front of his classmates. Singer Bill Withers delivers the song within his natural baritone range, but it can be easily adapted for the bass range as well. This sad, bluesy song lamenting lost love is perfect for anyone with bass or baritone voice. The iconic singer’s deep vocals – paired with his unrivaled guitar riffs – make for quite the musical experience. One of Jimi Hendrix’s most famous songs “Purple Haze” was released in 1967 as the second single from his group, The Jimi Hendrix Experience. It is still his most famous song, and it has become more widely known in popular culture in recent years due to the infamous Rickrolling meme.Ĩ.) Purple Haze (The Jimi Hendrix Experience) It was released in 1987 as the English singer-songwriter’s debut single. This iconic song is not only easy to sing, but also great fun to dance to! 4.) Never Gonna Give You Up (Rick Astley) The most famous cover version undoubtedly comes from Elvis Presley, who recorded it shortly after his return from serving in the United States Army. “Are You Lonesome Tonight” was originally written in 1926 by Roy Turk and Lou Handman, and has been covered several times by various different artists.
Who can omit the King of Rock N’ Roll from a list of songs for deep-voiced singers? 3.) Are You Lonesome Tonight (Elvis Presley) The song is meant to be sang at a slow tempo and contrasts the struggles of enslaved African Americans to the indifferent, uncaring current of the Mississippi River. I hated the actual process of making it.One of the most famous entries on our list, “Ol’ Man River” is actually a show tune from the 1927 musical Show Boat. Of the sessions, Bowie told BBC in 1976, “It was a nightmare, that album. Visconti’s frustration wasn’t creative as much as practical, worrying about budget and schedule. “When it was finished, on the last day of the last mix, I remember telling David, ‘I’ve had it, I can’t work like this anymore-I’m through.’ … David was very disappointed.” “This was the beginning of new style of writing-’I can’t be bothered until I have to,’” a frustrated Visconti said in 1977 of the last-minute writing. Once finished, Bowie quickly recorded his verses with Visconti adding a “flange” effect and then mixing the song right then. In this way, he’s the man who sold himself out.Īccording to musician Chris O’Leary, Bowie wrote the lyrics for the song in the reception area of the recording studio while bassist Tony Visconti waited in the mixing booth. While the center of the song may be the guitar riff from Mick Ronson, its lyrics are heady and simultaneously create a sense of impending doom.įor Bowie, the feeling of the song has a sense of annoyance with himself for letting his world be rocked by fame.
Released in 1970 on the album of the same name by the British-born avant-garde artist, Bowie recorded his outer-space-like vocal for the song on the final day of mixing for the album.
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