This list brings together 89 singers whose names start with the letter J, running from “Justin Bieber” to “Jaheim.” It spans pop icons, rock legends, country stars, and R&B favorites from different decades and countries. Whether you’re building a playlist, settling a music trivia debate, or just curious who else shares that initial, this list gives you a quick, organized reference.
Singers are performers who use their voice as their main instrument, often writing or interpreting songs across genres like pop, rock, country, and R&B. Many of the names here shaped entire eras of music, from Jimi Hendrix’s guitar-driven rock to BTS members like Jungkook and Jimin, who brought K-pop to a global audience. Some built careers on a single unforgettable hit, while others left a legacy that still influences artists today.
Below you’ll find the table with the singer’s name and a short description of their career.
Singer: the full name of each artist, listed alphabetically so you can scan the page and find someone quickly.
Description: a brief summary of what the singer is known for, including their genre, nationality, and signature songs.
Singers
| Singer |
|---|
| Justin Bieber |
| Justin Timberlake |
| Jennifer Lopez |
| Janet Jackson |
| James Brown |
| Jimi Hendrix |
| John Legend |
| John Mayer |
| Joni Mitchell |
| Janis Joplin |
| Jessie J |
| Jason Mraz |
| Jason Derulo |
| Jennifer Hudson |
| Jack Johnson |
| Jack White |
| Julio Iglesias |
| Jose Feliciano |
| Julieta Venegas |
| Juanes |
| Jessica Simpson |
| Jewel |
| Joan Jett |
| Joan Baez |
| John Denver |
| John Lennon |
| Josh Groban |
| Joe Cocker |
| Joe Jonas |
| Julian Lennon |
| Julie Andrews |
| James Taylor |
| James Blunt |
| James Morrison |
| James Arthur |
| Jay Kay |
| Jain |
| JoJo |
| Jordin Sparks |
| Jazmine Sullivan |
| Jhene Aiko |
| J Balvin |
| Jason Aldean |
| Johnny Cash |
| Johnny Mathis |
| Judy Garland |
| Jerry Lee Lewis |
| Jim Morrison |
| Jimmy Buffett |
| Jimmy Cliff |
| Joey Ramone |
| Jessie Ware |
| Jelly Roll |
| JP Saxe |
| Jungkook |
| Jimin |
| Jin |
| Jay Sean |
| Jess Glynne |
| Jorja Smith |
| Julia Michaels |
| Jason Isbell |
| Jasmine Thompson |
| Jerry Garcia |
| Jamie Foxx |
| Jamie Cullum |
| Janelle Monae |
| Jeff Buckley |
| Jeff Lynne |
| Jenny Lewis |
| Jessica Mauboy |
| Jack Savoretti |
| Jazzy B |
| Jimmie Rodgers |
| Jerry Butler |
| Jean Knight |
| Jamelia |
| Jack Jones |
| Jimmy Somerville |
| Julee Cruise |
| Jann Arden |
| Jamila Woods |
| Jvke |
| Jax |
| Jenny Berggren |
| Jonatha Brooke |
| June Carter Cash |
| Juice WRLD |
| Jaheim |
Descriptions
Justin Bieber
Canadian pop singer who rose to fame as a teen idol and became a global superstar with hits like “Baby,” “Sorry,” and “Peaches.”
Justin Timberlake
American pop and R&B singer, former NSYNC member turned solo superstar known for “Cry Me a River” and “SexyBack.”
Jennifer Lopez
American singer, actress, and dancer known for hits like “Jenny from the Block” and a multifaceted entertainment career.
Janet Jackson
American pop and R&B icon known for albums like “Rhythm Nation 1814” and boundary-pushing music videos.
James Brown
American singer known as the “Godfather of Soul,” famed for electrifying performances and funk innovations.
Jimi Hendrix
American guitarist and singer widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians in rock history.
John Legend
American singer-songwriter and pianist known for soulful ballads like “All of Me.”
John Mayer
American singer-songwriter and guitarist blending pop, blues, and rock, known for “Your Body Is a Wonderland.”
Joni Mitchell
Canadian singer-songwriter celebrated for poetic lyrics and landmark albums like “Blue.”
Janis Joplin
American rock singer known for her powerful, raspy voice and hits like “Piece of My Heart.”
Jessie J
British singer known for powerhouse vocals and hits like “Price Tag” and “Domino.”
Jason Mraz
American singer-songwriter known for laid-back acoustic pop hits like “I’m Yours.”
Jason Derulo
American singer known for dance-pop hits like “Talk Dirty” and “Swalla.”
Jennifer Hudson
American singer and actress, Grammy and Oscar winner known for her powerful vocal range.
Jack Johnson
American singer-songwriter known for mellow acoustic surf-rock tunes like “Better Together.”
Jack White
American singer and guitarist, co-founder of The White Stripes, known for a raw blues-rock sound.
Julio Iglesias
Spanish singer and one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time, known for romantic ballads.
Jose Feliciano
Puerto Rican singer and guitarist famous for “Feliz Navidad” and his rendition of “Light My Fire.”
Julieta Venegas
Mexican singer-songwriter known for blending pop, rock, and Latin American folk influences.
Juanes
Colombian singer-songwriter and guitarist, a major figure in Latin rock known for “La Camisa Negra.”
Jessica Simpson
American pop singer known for hits like “With You” and her prominence in 2000s reality television.
Jewel
American singer-songwriter known for folk-pop hits like “Who Will Save Your Soul” and her distinctive clear voice.
Joan Jett
American rock singer and guitarist known for “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll” with The Blackhearts.
Joan Baez
American folk singer known for her clear soprano voice and activism through music.
John Denver
American singer-songwriter known for gentle folk-pop hits like “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”
John Lennon
English singer-songwriter, member of The Beatles, later a solo artist known for “Imagine.”
Josh Groban
American singer known for his powerful classical crossover voice and songs like “You Raise Me Up.”
Joe Cocker
English rock and blues singer known for his gravelly voice and cover of “With a Little Help from My Friends.”
Joe Jonas
American singer, member of the Jonas Brothers, known for pop hits like “Sucker.”
Julian Lennon
English singer-songwriter, son of John Lennon, known for “Too Late for Goodbyes.”
Julie Andrews
British singer and actress known for her soprano voice in films like “The Sound of Music.”
James Taylor
American singer-songwriter known for gentle folk-rock songs like “Fire and Rain.”
James Blunt
British singer-songwriter known for the hit ballad “You’re Beautiful.”
James Morrison
British singer-songwriter known for soulful pop hits like “You Give Me Something.”
James Arthur
British singer and X Factor winner known for the emotional ballad “Say You Won’t Let Go.”
Jay Kay
British singer, frontman of Jamiroquai, known for the funk and acid jazz hit “Virtual Insanity.”
Jain
French singer known for eclectic pop hits like “Makeba” that blend world music influences.
JoJo
American pop and R&B singer known for the hit “Leave (Get Out)” released as a teenager.
Jordin Sparks
American singer and American Idol winner known for the hit “No Air.”
Jazmine Sullivan
American R&B singer known for her powerful vocals and songs like “Bust Your Windows.”
Jhene Aiko
American R&B singer known for her ethereal voice and songs like “The Worst.”
J Balvin
Colombian reggaeton singer, a leading figure in the global rise of Latin urban music.
Jason Aldean
American country singer known for hits like “Dirt Road Anthem.”
Johnny Cash
American country singer known as the “Man in Black,” famous for “Ring of Fire” and “I Walk the Line.”
Johnny Mathis
American singer known for smooth romantic ballads and enduring holiday classics.
Judy Garland
American singer and actress best known for “Over the Rainbow” from “The Wizard of Oz.”
Jerry Lee Lewis
American rock and roll pioneer known for wild piano playing and “Great Balls of Fire.”
Jim Morrison
American singer, frontman of The Doors, known for his poetic lyrics and charismatic stage presence.
Jimmy Buffett
American singer-songwriter known for laid-back island tunes like “Margaritaville.”
Jimmy Cliff
Jamaican reggae singer known for hits like “The Harder They Come” who helped popularize reggae worldwide.
Joey Ramone
American punk rock singer, frontman of the Ramones, an influential figure in punk music.
Jessie Ware
British singer known for sophisticated pop and R&B, including the hit “Say You Love Me.”
Jelly Roll
American singer known for blending country, rock, and hip-hop, with hits like “Save Me.”
JP Saxe
Canadian singer-songwriter known for the duet “If the World Was Ending.”
Jungkook
South Korean singer, member of BTS, known for his versatile vocals and solo hit “Seven.”
Jimin
South Korean singer, member of BTS, known for his falsetto and solo hits like “Like Crazy.”
Jin
South Korean singer, member of BTS, known for his tenor voice and solo work like “The Astronaut.”
Jay Sean
British singer known for R&B pop hits like “Down.”
Jess Glynne
British singer known for chart-topping hits like “Hold My Hand” and “Rather Be.”
Jorja Smith
British singer known for her soulful voice and songs like “Blue Lights.”
Julia Michaels
American singer-songwriter known for the hit “Issues.”
Jason Isbell
American singer-songwriter known for introspective Americana songwriting with the 400 Unit.
Jasmine Thompson
British singer known for emotive covers and original songs like “Adore.”
Jerry Garcia
American singer and guitarist, frontman of the Grateful Dead, a key figure in psychedelic rock.
Jamie Foxx
American singer and actor known for the R&B hit “Blame It” alongside his acting career.
Jamie Cullum
British jazz singer and pianist known for blending jazz standards with pop sensibilities.
Janelle Monae
American singer known for her genre-blending, Afrofuturist style and songs like “Tightrope.”
Jeff Buckley
American singer known for his ethereal voice and iconic cover of “Hallelujah.”
Jeff Lynne
British singer and songwriter, leader of Electric Light Orchestra, known for blending rock with orchestral sounds.
Jenny Lewis
American singer-songwriter known for her work with Rilo Kiley and a folk-pop solo career.
Jessica Mauboy
Australian singer known for R&B and pop hits and her Eurovision performances.
Jack Savoretti
British-Italian singer-songwriter known for soulful folk-rock songs like “Candlelight.”
Jazzy B
Punjabi-Canadian singer, a prominent figure in bhangra music known for energetic dance tracks.
Jimmie Rodgers
American singer known as the “Father of Country Music,” influential throughout the 1920s and 30s.
Jerry Butler
American soul singer known as “The Ice Man,” famous for “Only the Strong Survive.”
Jean Knight
American singer known for the funky hit “Mr. Big Stuff.”
Jamelia
British singer known for R&B hits like “Superstar.”
Jack Jones
American singer known for smooth vocal jazz-pop standards like “Wives and Lovers.”
Jimmy Somerville
Scottish singer known for his falsetto voice with Bronski Beat and the Communards, notably “Smalltown Boy.”
Julee Cruise
American singer known for her ethereal contributions to David Lynch’s “Twin Peaks” soundtrack.
Jann Arden
Canadian singer-songwriter known for the hit “Insensitive.”
Jamila Woods
American singer known for soulful, poetic R&B songwriting.
Jvke
American singer known for the viral hit “golden hour.”
Jax
American singer-songwriter known for the viral hit “Victoria’s Secret.”
Jenny Berggren
Swedish singer, member of the pop group Ace of Base.
Jonatha Brooke
American singer-songwriter known for introspective folk-pop songwriting.
June Carter Cash
American singer known for her work with husband Johnny Cash and the song “Jackson.”
Juice WRLD
American singer known for melodic, emotionally raw hits like “Lucid Dreams.”
Jaheim
American R&B singer known for hits like “Put That Woman First.”