Pop icon Beyoncé just gave GQ a personal playlist and, with it, brought a cast of rainbow-colored new voices to her public. Everyone from rambunctious rappers to velvety vocalists rounds out Beyoncé’s eclectic choices and nods to up-and-coming talent.
Beyoncé’s Favorite Current Artists
Doechii: Hailing off of her dynamic rap style and electrifying performances, the much-praised Doechii has been creating waves in the hip-hop world. Breaking conventions with her new-school rap, she managed to attract attention as the latest rising sensation.
GloRilla: The name rings in tandem with that of the rap world, as the artists solely focus on strong bars and a peculiar sound that differentiates her thoughtfully independent style. Her rise in fame and prominence right now in the industry truly speaks for how raw the talent is, with a hint of a unique voice.
Chloe x Halle: Sisters Chloe and Halle Bailey have been making waves with their angelic vocals and pioneering music. Coming from the mentorship of Beyoncé, their cutting-edge sound and musical chemistry have thrust them into well-deserved recognition.
Victoria Monét: The finest among singers-songwriters, Victoria Monét stands tall. However, being a successful writer for the likes of Ariana Grande speaks more volumes about her ability to fashion hits and her versatility as an artist.
Sabrina Carpenter: Having both a career as a pop artist and actress, she has been one of the most controversial, yet famous, young stars due to her catchy pop hits and different roles in various TV shows and movies. My jam is her song “Please Please Please”.
Chappell Roan: Coming up the curve this new young artist sings with a voice all her own; her music style perhaps unlike any others of any genre, which places her in the realm of new and interesting.
Raye: Based in the UK, Raye is a British singer and songwriter with Burberry-clad vocals that sparkle across pop, R&B, and dance. She has been able to effortlessly combine the genres together to set her up as one of the dynamic artists of music. Sasha Keable rounds off the British talent, with a voice full of soul and emotional depth in songwriting. Genuineness in the feeling of her music comes forth as great artistry, which she possesses.
Reneé Rapp: went from a star on Broadway to music, including great vocal skills and songwriting. Her transition into the music field accentuates the versatility of the artist.
That Mexican OT: Born and raised in Houston, That Mexican OT’s music consists of hard, punchy lyrics that command respect from anyone who listens to his raps. He is deeply rooted in his heritage, creating substantial music that has given him a prestigious reputation in the rap world.
Beyoncé’s Musical Influences Along with highlighting these contemporary artists, Beyoncé made references to tastes of classic music legends such as Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. This only serves to underscore her deep reach into both the modern and classic influential corners of the music world. Insights from her new album Beyoncé further elaborated on her most recent album, Cowboy Carter. She mentioned how Black cowboy history has, in recent times, been a big influence on her, motivating her toward naming the title of the album and focusing more on its themes. Indeed, a fact well connected to her interest in researching and celebrating through her music all the different sides of culture.
