20. Kristen Chenoweth
This pint-sized lady has a voice bigger than most music divas. After shooting to International fame after her performance as Glinda in the hit Broadway Musical, Wicked, Kristen Chenoweth hasn’t stopped. She has appeared in several films and TV shows, including Pushing Up Daisies and The West Wing. Although Kristen hasn’t been nominated for any Grammys, she is a nominee for The Tonys, SAG, and an Emmy.
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19. Hilary Duff
After getting her start as Lizzie McGuire on The Disney Chanel, Hilary Duff broke off and decided to take on the industry with out the help of Disney. This 21-year-old Houston native showed everyone that she had what it took when she won the World Music Award for Best Female Artist in 2004. Hilary is best known for her hits like “So Yesterday” and “Fly”.
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18. Jennifer Lopez
Probably one of the most iconic pop stars of all times, Jennifer Lopez also happens to be one of the hottest. She might be Jenny from the Block, but she has certainly worked her way right to the top. Jen is not only a 2-time Grammy Nominee, but also a Golden Globe nominated actress, wife, and mother of 2! What can’t she do?
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17. Madonna
Michigan born and raised, Madonna Cicconne always knew she wanted to be a star. With big his like “Material Girl” and “Like a Virgin”, Madonna cemented her status as a Pop Diva. 3 Grammy wins and more than 2 decades later, Madonna is still on top and still causing controversy.
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16. Mary J. Blige
The Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul, more commonly known as Mary J. Blige is not only hot, but a phenomenal performer. Blige has 2 Grammy nominations for 2009 alone and an astounding 28 Career Grammy Nominations along with an impressive 8 wins.
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15. Norah Jones
Jazz singer Norah Jones is the perfect example of musical perfection via genetics. Jones, the daughter of famed sitarist Ravi Shankar, has made a name for herself by writing cool blues hits for the masses. This Brooklyn gal has a pretty good record at the Grammy Awards, with 10 Nominations and 9 wins.
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14. Pink
2-time Grammy Winner and Pennsylvania native, Pink broke onto the pop-punk scene with her hit, “Get this Party Started”. 7 Grammy nominations and several hits later, Pink has proven that tough girls are hot too.
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13. Shania Twain
Canadian cutie Shania Twain has had quite a career in Pop/Country music. This 43-year-old mom leads a rockstar life, including all of the drama. All of that aside, Twain is a 5 time Grammy winner as well as a 27-time BMI Songwriting award winner! WIth hits like “That Don’t Impress Me” and “Any Man of Mine”, Shania’s songs quickly became anthems for women everywhere!
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12. Sara Barellis
his 29-year-old California girl broke into the music scene in 2007. With her pop hits like “Love Song” and the ever emotional “Gravity”, Sara Bareilles’ music reached a young female audience that was looking for a voice. Sara is nominated for her first 2 Grammy Awards this year, for “Best Female Pop Vocal Performance (Love Song)” and “Song of the Year (Love Song)”.
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11. Dixie Chicks
This country trio is made up of Texas natives Marty Maguire, Natalie Maines, and Emily Robison. The Dixie Chicks have sold over 36 million albums since their formation in 1989. This 13-time Grammy winning group didn’t break-out into the industry until their first hit in 1998, “Wide Open Spaces”. The Dixie Chicks made quite a name for themselves after publicly announcing their distaste for former President George W. Bush’s choice to invade Iraq in 2003. Regardless of whether you agree with their politics, you have to admit these girls can sing!
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10. Gwen Stefani
Gwen Stefani could possibly be the hottest 40 year old mom of two ever. Gwen’s career got started in the band No Doubt, but after the group split up, Gwen didn’t stop pumping out the hit songs. This 8-time Grammy nominee is best known for her solo hits like “Hollaback Girl” and “Sweet Escape”.
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9. Nelly Furtado
Canadian born and bred, indie-pop singer Nelly Furtado first made an impact with her hit song, “I’m Like a Bird”. Nelly came back into the limelight with her 2007 hit, Promiscuos. After a short-lived feud with Fergie, (Furtado believed Fergie was attacking her through lyrics, but the ladies eventually settled it) Furtado went back to work on her new album. Furtado has aquired 7 Grammy Nominations and 1 win.
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8. Jenny Lewis
33-year-old Jenny Lewis was born in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jenny currently showcases her vocal talents in the band Rilo Kiley. With her fusion of Indie and rock, Jenny brings a much needed new sound to the music industry. And, she’s gorgeous.
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7. Liz Phair
This New England girl is a 2-time Grammy Nominee who made a way for herself in Indie music. Liz Phair has pleased crowds for years with her hits like “Supernova” and “Whip-smart.”
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6. Sarah Harding
Sarah Harding is a sassy British babe who makes her way onto this list because of her pop-princess voice and her unique fashion. A member of the girl group, Girls Aloud, Harding has made her way from former karaoke singer to playing on the big stage. Harding has also shown off her songwriting talents by co-writing hits “Hear Me Out” and “Why Do It”.
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5. Kylie Minogue
This Aussie pop-singer has shown perseverance in both her personal life and her musical career. Kylie Minogue reached international superstardom with her hit “The Loco-Motion” in 1987. More than 20 years later, Kylie is still a household name in Pop Music, even after a triumph over Breast Cancer in 2005, and still performs!
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4. Beyonce
This former “Destin’s Child” lead singer has had an unbelievelable solo career! After her split from the group in 2003, Beyonce has had 3 hugely successful solo albums, sold MILLIONS of records and has an Golden Globe nomination to boot! With 50 million + albums sold Beyonce shows no signs of slowing down. She has a total of 18 Grammy nominations and an astounding 7 wins! Mrs. Jay-Z is nominated this year again!
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3. Taylor Swift
19-year-old singing sensation Taylor Swift is one of the youngest, most successful ladies around Nashville. Swift, who hails from Pennsylvania was the youngest staff writer ever hired by Sony/ATV publishing when she got a job at age 14. Taylor shot to fame with hits like “Tim McGraw” and “Teardrops on my guitar”. Her sophomore album, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 Album Chart, sold 592,304 and quickly became the highest debut of not only any country artist, but also of of any by a female artist in all genres in 2008. Although Taylor hasn’t been nominated for any Grammys, she has been nominated for ACM, AMA, BMI, CMA’s, and Nashville Songwriters Association awards!
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2. Olivia Newton-John
Olivia wasn’t only in Grease! This 8-time Grammy Nominee and 4-time winner took the US by storm when she broke into market with her first of many hits, If not for you. Olivia racked up 7 consectutive number one singles! She has every type of award, from Grammys, American Music Awards to Academy of County Music Awards. Olivia was a force to be reckoned with from the late 70s to the Mid-80s. In addition to her musical achievements, Olivia also is a Breast Cancer survivor (Diagnosed in 1992) and has become a major advocate of Women’s Health Issues around the world.
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1. Shakira
This 32 year-old Colombian beauty has sold over 60 million albums world-wide! She has won 2 Grammy Awards been nominated for a Golden Globe. Shakira burst onto the US scene in 2001 with her album ‘Oral Fixation’ which generated her biggest hit to date, Hips Don’t Lie. She is the highest-selling Colombia artist of all-time. Shakira speaks 4 languages and is UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and is one of their global representatives.
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POSSIBLY THE WORST BLOG POST I HAVE EVER SEEN ON ANY TOPIC AND UNFORTUNATELY IT WAS THE HOTTEST WOMEN OF MUSIC TOPIC THAT YOU HAD TO GET SO INSANELY WRONG.
who made this ridiculous list???? i didnt know if the ranking was based on hotness or musical prowess… either way… it doesnt make sense
Totally agreed… This list was ridiculous! How can you put half of those people even ON this list and leave out much more beautiful people out of it?
Olivia Newton-John?????
Someone must be trying to relive their teenage crush…get some kleenex please!!!!!!!!
look i do agree that shakria is hot but i think she come in at 2!!! beyonce should come in at 1!!! im sorry but no one could tell me that anyone is hotter then beyonce!!!
Ok whats up with the list? The pic of Rihanna is what they used to advertise the list and she wasnt in the Top 20! Come on son!
Beyonce should be #1! She’s hotter than all of these women! Right?!
Where is alicia keys?! excuse me im sorry i meant wher the FUCK is alicia keys?!?!
Taylor Swift is not hotter than fucking Beyonce.
Which numpty made this list?
How in the hell did you guys forgett “Prince or Boy George” they are two of the hottest female that ever graced a stage.
but the feciest diva on earth is Ru paul…………..
whom ever made this list deserves to be flogged on thier bare buttocks.
Bonnie Raitt is the hottest of them all, because she’s got a brain and she can actually play an instrument.
And she’s a red head.
[swoon]