1. Ahmaad Aspen (1999)

World Music Singer

Born Craig Aspen Ahmaad Edwards, this American-Bahamanian singer and songwriter released his chart-topping debut single, "Love Like No Tomorrow," in 2012. After releasing his first album, #TheKatyPerry, he received a...

2. Mariana Aydar (1970)

World Music Singer

World music singer who was named "hottest singer of the moment" by Brazilian magazine Veja. She released the album Pedaço Duma Asa in 2015.

3. Ulices Cháidez (1999)

World Music Singer

Latin music singer known for his work with the band Ulices Chaidez y Sus Plebes. He signed with DEL Records and his debut single, "Andamos en el ruedo," topped the...

4. Bleona Qereti (1985)

World Music Singer

Albanian singer who has been called the Madonna of Albania. She has released singles like "Pass Out."

5. Augusto Mejia (1970)

World Music Singer

Costa Rican singer who is known for songs such as "Amor Fritanguero" and "El Piruquita". He has released albums like Mondongo and Cañambuco. 

6. Khalil Abou Obeid (1970)

World Music Singer

Singer, songwriter and composer who is known to many for his appearances as an instructor and judge on Arab talent shows like Star Academy and The Voice. Some of his...

7. Mariana Belém (1980)

World Music Singer

World music performer who rose to fame after participating on the televised music programs Planeta Xuxa and Fama. She went on to release her debut studio album in early 2011. 

8. Halit Bilgic (1970)

World Music Singer

Lebanese singer known for songs like "Söyleme", "Seni Düşlemek", and "Munzur Baba".

9. Betul Demir (1980)

World Music Singer

Turkish singer who has released albums like Süper and Mıknatıs. The music video for her song "Aslan Payı" has amassed over 10 million views on YouTube.

10. Edgar Daniel (1970)

World Music Singer

Puerto Rican salsa singer who first rose to fame in 2005 after the release of his album Controversial. He later went on to release the 2008 album Virgo and the...

11. Yaser Ipek (1970)

World Music Singer

Turkish singer who has put out albums such as Unutulan Tarz, Sözüm Ona Sevdin, and Arada Bir. 

12. Sergio Contreras (1978)

World Music Singer

Spanish singer who is known for albums like 2006's El Espejo and 2011's Puño y Corazón. His single "Yo No Quise" sold over 50,000 copies. 

13. Enrique el Mellizo (1970)

World Music Singer

Pioneer of flamenco singing styles and aesthetics in Cadiz. He is particularly remembered for his development of the malagueña sub-genre of flamenco music.

14. Vicente Fernández Jr. (1964)

World Music Singer

Singer who became a popular name in Mexican music singles like "Desde Que Tú Te Fuiste" and "Sin Papeles." He is a member of the legendary Fernández musical family, led by...

15. Zaho (1981)

World Music Singer

Zehira Darabid, or as she is more widely known, Zaho, is an R&B singer who has become widely known throughout Belgium, France, and Switzerland for the hit albums Dima and...

16. Hamza Namira (1980)

World Music Singer

Known for the social and cultural commentary in his songs, this Arabic vocalist, songwriter, and musician released his first two albums, Ehlam Ma'aya (Dream With Me) and Insan (Human), in...

17. Sheryn Regis (1980)

World Music Singer

Known as The Crystal Voice of Asia, her 2004 song "Come in Out of the Rain," which was from her debut album, became a #1 hit in the Philippines.

18. Silvestre Dangond (1980)

World Music Singer

Vallenato singer and Timbales player, he is one of the more mainstream singers of this genre. He has been nominated for various Latin Grammy and Premios Nuestra Tierra awards.

19. Lyrikal (1980)

World Music Singer

International recording artist with more than 40 releases in his repertoire, including Conquer Meh, Locked Down, Part Of Yuh Nature, All Over De Gyal, Ramajay, 25/8, and countless collaborations with...

20. Carlos Gardel (1890)

World Music Singer

Singer and songwriter who has been referred to by names such as The King of Tango and El Mago for his huge influence on tango style of music.

21. Imran Khan (1984)

World Music Singer

Singer, songwriter, and producer signed to Prestige Records. He has become widely known for hit singles like "Imaginary," "Amplifier" and "Satisfya."

22. Vitas (1981)

World Music Singer

Genre-blending singer and songwriter who is perhaps best known for his 2000 single "Opera #2."

23. Xavier Cugat (1900)

World Music Singer

Latin bandleader popular from the 1930s to the 1950s and who recorded the hit "Perfidia." He appeared in movies like You Were Never Lovelier.

24. Thais Macedo (1970)

World Music Singer

Brazilian singer who has put out tracks such as "Hoje, Só Nós Dois", "A Seu Critério", and "Se É Pra Fazer, Faz Direito". She released the album Borogodó in 2015.

25. Bahar Letifqizi (1970)

World Music Singer

Azerbaijanian Singer who is best known for her soulful world music. She released a hit song "Divaneler" featuring fellow artist Cemil Efendi.

26. Kaka Azraff (1989)

World Music Singer

Musical artist who rose to fame with her hit singles "Bukan Hal Aku," "Terima Kasih" and "Terpulanglah."

27. Murat Kekilli (1968)

World Music Singer

World music singer who won Year's Best Rock Vocal at the Kral TV Video Music Awards in 2000. He released the albums The Impact in my Heart in 2010 and...

28. Andy Rif (1970)

World Music Singer

Restu Triandy, better known simply as Andy, is a vocalist for the band /rif. The band debuted in 1997 with their first album Radja and would release over half a...

29. Asmahan (1912)

World Music Singer

Syrian singer and actress who was known for singing the compositions of Mohamed El Qasabgi and Zakariyya Ahmad.

30. Kowthip Thidadin (1989)

World Music Singer

Thai singer who is best known for her pop sounding music and her availability on a variety of streaming platforms. She is also known for her hit 2012 song "O.K....

31. Gustavo Palafox (1996)

World Music Singer

Mexican singer-songwriter known for songs like "They Call Me Chava", "The Cockpits" and "Cautious Man". He released his first album, Es Lo Que Es, in April, 2018. 

32. Gurnam Bhullar (1995)

World Music Singer

World music singer who won season five of Awaz Punjab. He has over 3.3 million followers on his gurnambhullarofficial Instagram account.

33. Daniele Silvestri (1970)

World Music Singer

Italian singer/songwriter and musician, he has won a Targa Tenco for his debut album in 1995. He has competed at the Sanremo Music Festival on several occasions. His single Saliro...

34. Dogukan Medetoglu (1970)

World Music Singer

Singer, composer and actor who is known for his heart-breaking ballads and his proficiency on the violin. His single "Yorma" was released with the Enbe Orchestra and pop singer Bengu in March...

35. Josef Locke (1917)

World Music Singer

A celebrity in his native United Kingdom during the mid twentieth century, the tenor Joseph McLaughlin, better known by the stage name Josef Locke, is particularly remembered for his wildly...

36. Hossein Tohi (1989)

World Music Singer

Iranian rapper who helped pioneer the genre in his country, he's known for his album Tohi, which includes the singles "Tabestoon" and "Dorehami."

37. Iván Ferreiro (1970)

World Music Singer

Singer-songwriter most well known as the frontman of the rock band Los Piratas. The band enjoyed success for more than a decade before splitting in 2004. He then went on...

38. Eddy Kenzo (1989)

World Music Singer

Best known for his song "Sitya Loss," which has over 15 million views on YouTube. He was the winner of the 2015 BET Viewer's Choice Award for Best New International...

39. Joao El Grande (1970)

World Music Singer

Colombian singer who is known for tracks like "Pa Que Bailen", "All Eyes On Me" and "Donde Estas." 

40. Rabi Peerzada (1989)

World Music Singer

Pakistani pop star known for hits like "Chori Chori", "Jee Lay Har Pal" and "Kahan Dhondon Tujhe Main". She released her first album, "Jadoo", in 2005. 

41. Monique Smit (1989)

World Music Singer

Singer and television personality who first rose to fame appearing on the reality show Just Smit. She then began appearing on Just the Two of Us where she began developing...

42. Neeti Mohan (1979)

World Music Singer

Indian singer known for her time as a member of the group Aasma, a position she earned after winning the show Popstars in 2003. She appeared on Music Ka Maha...

43. Mukesh (1923)

World Music Singer

Remembered as a playback vocalist for numerous Hindi films, he earned a 1973 National Film Award for his performance in the movie Rajnigandha of the song "Kai Baar Yuhi Dekha...

44. Wizkid (1990)

World Music Singer

Nigerian performer known for his breakthrough song, "Holla at Your Boy." He signed with the label Empire Mates Entertainment in 2009. He won Artist of the Year at the 2016...

45. Mohammed Assaf (1989)

World Music Singer

Palestinian singer who was the winner of the second season of the show Arab Idol and has received attention for his politics opposing Israeli occupation of West Bank.

46. Atanas Kolev (1996)

World Music Singer

Singer and rapper known by the stage name Nasko, he first rose to fame in 2013 as a finalist on X Factor Bulgaria. He has since become known for singles like...

47. Peter Rosalita (2010)

World Music Singer

Singer who has gained fame for his performance of "All By Myself" by Eric Carmen on America's Got Talent. The video has been viewed over 3 million times on YouTube.

48. Enya (1970)

World Music Singer

Irish new age singer who has won four Grammy Awards, including for her albums Shepherd Moons and A Day Without Rain, as well as an Academy Award nomination.

49. Kizzy Crawford (1996)

World Music Singer

Known simply as Kizzy, she rose to fame in 2013 with the album The Starling. She is known for fusing her Welsh and Bajan heritage and often sings in both...

50. Wendy Shay (1996)

World Music Singer

Award-winning Ghanaian singer who became known for her Afropop and Afrobeat music. Also popular on Instagram, she has accrued over 2.1 million followers on her wendyshayofficial account.