Top 10 Longest Notes Held By Singers
VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton
WRITTEN BY: Emily Blair
Prepare to be amazed by some of the most incredible feats of vocal endurance in music history. From disco divas to rock legends, these artists take a single note and hold it like it's the last breath on earth. Featuring unforgettable performances with notes lasting upwards of 30 seconds, this countdown reveals the astonishing lung power and control behind unforgettable musical moments that continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Highlights include Donna Summer's disco classic, Barbra Streisand's theatrical powerhouse, Jeff Buckley's haunting rendition, and Tee Green's record-breaking 39-second note. Who impressed you the most? Let us know in the comments!
- #10: "All Out of Love" (1980)
- #9: "Dim All the Lights" (1979)
- #8: "Lovely Day" (1977)
- #7: "A Piece of Sky" (1983)
- #6: "Hallelujah" (1994)
- #5: "When I'm With You" (1983)
- #4: "Summer Moved On" (2000)
- #3: "The Grudge" (2001)
- #2: "The Other Side of the Rainbow" (1982)
- #1: "Everything Must Change" (2011)
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