Luther Vandross
Luther Vandross was an American R&B and soul singer known for his rich, velvety voice and romantic ballads.
He became one of the most celebrated vocalists of the 1980s and 1990s, with hits like "Never Too Much," "Here and Now," and "Dance with My Father." His name evokes smooth, emotionally expressive love songs: We put on some Luther Vandross and slow-danced in the kitchen.
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- legendUnverified traditional tale
- pioneerEarly explorer or settler
- virtuosoSupremely accomplished performer
- influencePower to affect others
trailblazer · genius · Grammy · tribute · catalog · discography · posthumous · classic
Narrow cut or routine
- funkDepression or groove music
- soulInnermost animating essence
- neo-soulOrganic, jazz-tinged R&B revival
- quiet stormUnderstated yet powerful mood
smooth · Motown · R&B · arrangement · production · bass · synth · drum machine
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- croonSing in soft tones
- falsettoArtificially elevated singing register
- baritoneMid-range male voice
- tenorEssential meaning or import
melisma · vibrato · timbre · smooth · range · powerhouse · belting · phrasing
Live musical performance
- stageRaised performance platform
- tourPlanned multi-destination journey
- showmanDramatic, attention-grabbing performer
- entertainerOne who amuses others
presence · charisma · audience · live · arena · spotlight · setlist · encore
Outdoor romantic performance
- slow jamRomantic, downtempo soul track
- love songRomantic musical composition
- duetPiece for two
- torch songSentimental song of longing
heartbreak · devotion · longing · tenderness · ballad · Endless Love
Intense fond attachment
- passionIntense emotional drive
- intimacyEmotional closeness between people
- devotionDeep, loyal commitment
- desireIntense wanting
tenderness · seduction · courtship · sweetheart · candlelight · embrace · yearning · dedication
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Pictorial screen symbol
- legendUnverified traditional tale
- pioneerEarly explorer or settler
- virtuosoSupremely accomplished performer
influence · trailblazer · genius · Grammy · tribute · catalog · discography · posthumous · classic · timeless
groove
Narrow cut or routine
- funkDepression or groove music
- soulInnermost animating essence
- neo-soulOrganic, jazz-tinged R&B revival
quiet storm · smooth · Motown · R&B · arrangement · production · bass · synth · drum machine
velvet
Thick-pile textile
tenor · melisma · vibrato · timbre · smooth · range · powerhouse · belting · phrasing · control
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Live musical performance
- stageRaised performance platform
- tourPlanned multi-destination journey
- showmanDramatic, attention-grabbing performer
entertainer · presence · charisma · audience · live · arena · spotlight · setlist · encore · ovation
serenade
Outdoor romantic performance
torch song · heartbreak · devotion · longing · tenderness · ballad · Endless Love
love
Intense fond attachment
- passionIntense emotional drive
- intimacyEmotional closeness between people
- devotionDeep, loyal commitment
desire · tenderness · seduction · courtship · sweetheart · candlelight · embrace · yearning · dedication · commitment
- Black MusiciansAretha Franklin, Beyonce, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder
- R&BMichael Jackson, Beyonce, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder
- soft rockAir Supply, Barry Manilow, Carole King, Chicago, Fleetwood Mac
Luther VandrossJohnny Rotten
Tom Waits · Sid Vicious · Iggy Pop · noise music · DMX
Luther VandrossMarilyn Manson
Nine Inch Nails · black metal · gangsta rap · death metal · industrial music
Luther Vandrosslo-fi
Imperfect audio quality, informally
punk rock · garage rock · DIY aesthetic · noise music · grindcore