When their voices come together for the chorus, it reaches new heights. “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” has a great dance groove backing Franklin and Michael’s verses. While Aretha Franklin and George Michael might not seem like the most obvious pairing, the Queen of Soul was a fan of Wham! Her appreciation for them may be why she and Michael achieved great chemistry. When a duet is about how intensely two people care about each other, the people singing it better be able to sell it. #14: “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” (1987) It was also performed at his final match. Although it sounds more appropriate for a concert hall than a sports arena, this duet was conceived as the theme song for retiring German boxer Henry Maske. The separate and combined beauty of Bocelli’s tenor and Brightman’s soprano assures that no emotions are lost in translation. Despite its English title, “Time to Say Goodbye” is mostly sung in Italian. But when a new version was recorded with English vocalist Sarah Brightman, it became even more of a sensation. Never underestimate the power of relationship woes.Īndrea Bocelli’s “Con te partirò” was already a worldwide hit. This song was Nick’s biggest hit as a solo artist as well as the biggest for the Heartbreakers. Eventually, their voices come together in the epic chorus and bridge. Nicks’ powerhouse vocals kick things off as she sings to a lover played by Petty that she’s trying to distance herself from. Fortunately, producer Jimmy Iovine brought her on board so she could shine in this great blues-rock ballad. Nicks originally wasn’t involved with “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around. So, it’s only fitting that she made a song with Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers. Stevie Nicks had plenty of experience singing about heartbreak. Stevie Nicks & Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers #16: “Stop Draggin' My Heart Around” (1981) Although it’s hard to end a relationship, songs like this let you know you’re not alone. “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers” became one of the best heartbreak duets ever made, with both Diamond and Streisand expressing their pain with utter passion. This roundabout way to show the vocal chemistry between the singers led to an official song being recorded. Eventually, radio stations combined the two recordings together to create unofficial duets. "You Don't Bring Me Flowers” was first meant to be Diamond's theme song for the forgotten sitcom "All That Glitters." The longer version he recorded ended up being covered by Streisand. Honestly, we don’t hate how much we love this song.įew number-one hits have stranger journeys to the top than this one. This song is incredibly relatable to anyone who’s ever been crazy in love. Their voices sound perfect together over musical elements like the bright guitar strums and handclaps. Why are they so fed up? As it turns out, they love each other so much that it hurts. On this folk-influenced duet from Rihanna’s third album “Good Girl Gone Bad,” the R&B superstars sing about their mutual devotion and frustration towards each other. Have you ever loved someone so much it’s practically infuriating? Rihanna and Ne-Yo know just how you feel. Although we wish we could’ve experienced it in person, we’re happy we got to experience it all. Hearing these two legends harmonizing is one of those moments that can’t be described, only felt. But the energy goes off the charts when he brings out JOhn. When Michael starts off the song, the crowd is already roaring in approval. ![]() Six years later, they hadn’t lost their way. The two had previously performed the song together at Live Aid in 1985. But it took on a new significance 17 years later when he recorded a live version with George Michael. “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” had already been a massive hit for Elton John when he first released it in 1974. #19: “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” (1991) More than 20 years later, we don’t know which singer won this song. Brandy and Monica’s representatives even had to publicly state that everything was cool. After this strong r&b duet achieved massive success, the rumors of a feud only spread more. The two singers exchange verses back and forth about why they each claim a man as being theirs. So, they smartly made a song playing off that assumption. Both Brandy and Monica were rising R&B stars, and it was assumed they were rivals. However, “The Boy is Mine” is about fighting to get your way. Many duets are about celebrating and supporting one another. What’s your favorite duet? Let us know in the comments! ![]() We won’t be including hip-hop songs with features. Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 20 Duet Songs of All Time.įor this list, we’ll be looking at the best collaborations between two prominent vocalists.
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