Canadian R&B Singers
Top Canadian Male R&B Singers
For the longest, the country to the north has consistently been producing top R&B artists, Canadian male R&B singers who have become everything from international stars to well respected up and coming artists within their genre. Whether coming from Toronto or another city in one of Canada’s many provinces, the rhythm and blues music scene displays the country at its best, the diversity, the creativity, and the beauty of its people.
It is undeniable that Canadian R&B singers possess remarkable talent, as evidenced by the numerous legendary artists who hail from Canada. These include Celine Dion, Shania Twain, Alanis Morissette, and Nelly Furtado, as well as accomplished Canadian R&B artists such as Tamia, Deborah Cox, Keshia Chante, and Jully Black. Their success has proven that great R&B music can be created outside of the United States.
Even though Drake and Justin Bieber have casted shadows over Canada’s present day music scene, there is an extensive roster of Canadian male R&B singers. These artists include The Weeknd, who has become one of the most iconic pop stars in the world, as well as Daniel Caesar, who started out as a top soul singer in Canada and is now recognized globally.
Other notable R&B artists from Canada include PartyNextDoor, Roy Woods, Ali Gatie, and Majid Jordan, all of whom bring a unique sound to the genre. Although the lineup of R&B artists from Canada may not be the largest, their music has stood the test of time and has been embraced by audiences worldwide.
Top 15 Canadian Male R&B Singers
1. The Weeknd
The Weeknd is a renowned pop star who is widely recognized for his contributions to the R&B genre. He has taken R&B music to new heights, particularly during the 2010s, with the launch of multi-platinum albums such as Beauty Behind the Madness, Starboy, and After Hours, which dominated the charts for weeks. Although he started under different aliases at the beginning of the 2010s, The Weeknd eventually made a name for himself in the industry. He has received numerous accolades for his various projects, including Trilogy, House of Balloons, and his debut album Kiss Land.
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2. Daniel Caesar
Daniel Caesar, a highly soulful R&B artist, made his debut with the EPs Praise Break and Pilgrim’s Paradise in 2014 and 2015. He gained popularity with the hit song “Japanese Denim” in 2016, and then released his first album Freudian, which included popular tracks such as “Best Part” featuring H.E.R and “Get You” featuring Kali Uchis. Although he took a brief hiatus, Daniel Caesar has recently returned with new songs “Please Do Not Lean” and “Do You Like Me?”
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3. Ali Gatie
Ali Gatie, who is considered by many as the top Arabic R&B artist globally, made his debut in the music industry in 2018 with the release of “Moonlight”. However, he gained significant popularity with chart-topping tracks such as “It’s You”, “What If I Told You That I Love You”, and collaborations like “Lie to Me” with Tate McRae, alongside albums like The Idea of Her, released in 2021.
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4. PARTYNEXTDOOR
PARTYNEXTDOOR is one of the most notable Canadian male R&B singers who was one of the first artists signed by OVO, gaining popularity among music enthusiasts, especially those who enjoy R&B. After releasing his first self-titled EP, PartyNextDoor, he has gone on to release three more albums and multiple EPs. Some of his most well-known songs include “Come and See Me,” which features Drake, “Not Nice,” and “Believe It,” which features Rihanna.
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5. Majid Jordan
Majid Jordan, consisting of Majid Hani Al Maskati and Jordan Kenneth Cooke Ullman, signed with Drake’s OVO label in 2011 after releasing their debut project, Afterhours, and being discovered by well-known producer, Noah “40” Shebib. Their first release under OVO was the EP, A Place Like This, but their self-titled debut album Majid Jordan in 2016 was a major triumph.
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6. Roy Woods
Roy Woods, a member of Drake’s OVO, gained recognition with his widely acclaimed EP Exis that included popular tracks such as “Get You Good” and “Drama” featuring Drake. After the success of his debut, Roy Woods released a number of projects including an album titled Say Less, a mixtape called Waking at Dawn, and two EPs named Nocturnal and Dem Times.
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7. dvsn
The music group dvsn, hailing from Toronto and composed of Nineteen85 as the producer and Daniel Daley as the vocalist, first appeared in 2015 with a number of tracks before releasing their debut album, Sept. 5th. Among their well-known tracks are “Between Us,” featuring Snoh Aalegra, and “Think About Me,” “Hallucinations,” “With Me,” and “Too Deep.” Additionally, they collaborated with Drake on his album Views, contributing to the song “Faithful.” The duo is signed with OVO Sound.
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8. slchld
A popular R&B musician named slchld hails from Vancouver, BC and is of Korean-Canadian origin. He gained a significant following in Southeast Asia after making his debut in 2018. Among his well-known tracks are “she likes spring, I prefer winter”, “you won’t be there for me”, and “maybe we need a break”.
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9. PLAZA
PLAZA started his music career by being a part of Toronto’s local rock music scene. However, later on, he switched to R&B genre in 2016 which grabbed the attention of OVO Sound. After this transition, PLAZA gained worldwide popularity, released popular tracks such as “Personal,” “All Mine,” and “Love You Again,” and became one of the leading Canadian male R&B artists.
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10. Chiiild
R&B and soul artist, as well instrumentalist, Chiiild is among Canada’s most talented and most diverse artists in the industry. Chiiild formed in Montreal in 2017 and released their debut album, Synthetic Soul, in 2019, showcasing a blend of various sounds and styles.
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11. Jon Vinyl
In 2017, Jon Vinyl made his debut with the release of “Nostalgia” and “Life”. He has only put out one album titled “Lost In You” but has gained popularity with his hit songs such as “Addicted”, “Chrome Hearts”, “Always”, and “Entice Me”.
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12. anders
A blend of pop and R&B, the Mississauga native would debut with the hot track “Choosy” in 2016. From OVO cosigns to JUNO award nominations, to releasing three acclaimed albums like 669, Twos, and Honest, anders is arguably not only one of the most talented Canadian male R&B singers, but his levels of creativity are above and beyond most artists of Canada.
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13. FRVRFRIDAY
Even though FRVRFRIDAY is primarily known as a rapper, his music combines elements of trap and R&B. He incorporates R&B melodies and themes into his songs, allowing him to stand out as a unique artist in both Toronto’s rap scene and Canada’s R&B genre.
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14. 11:11
In 2015, 11:11 made his debut as a musician with the release of the song “Henny & Gin” and his self-titled project, after starting out as a music producer. He has since released one album called “The Night Before the Morning After” and gained popularity with tracks such as “You”, “Good Love”, and “Listen”, among others.
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15. Karl Wolf
Karl Wolf gained popularity in the late 2000s with the launch of his first two albums, Face Behind the Face and Bite the Bullet. He achieved significant success, including nominations for JUNO awards, chart-topping hits, global recognition, and the ability to remain relevant in the music and entertainment industry as a veteran artist. Karl Wolf is a renowned figure in Canada’s R&B scene.
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Honorable Mention Canadian Male R&B Singers:
– SAFE Youtube: SAFE and Instagram: @SAFE
– John Concepcion Youtube: John Concepcion and Instagram: @John Concepcion
– K FOREST Youtube: K FOREST and Instagram: @K FOREST
– 12AM Youtube: 12AM and Instagram: @12AM
– Dylan Sinclair Youtube: Dylan Sinclair and Instagram: @Dylan Sinclair
– Lou Val Youtube: Lou Val and Instagram: @Lou Val
– JAHKOY Youtube: JAHKOY and Instagram: @JAHKOY
– Maurice Moore Youtube: Maurice Moore and Instagram: @Maurice Moore
– JAHKOY Youtube: THEHONESTGUY and Instagram: @THEHONESTGUY
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*Unofficial Order. The more popular artists that have a combination of the most followers, streams, views, and most recent releases are near the top.
*If any artists are missing from the list email media@kulturevulturez.com