Vocalist

/ˈvoʊkəlist/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who sings, especially professionally.
The vocalist captivated the audience with her powerful voice.
A person who performs singing in a band or other music group.
He is the lead vocalist of a popular rock band.
A solo singer, as opposed to someone who plays an instrument.
As a vocalist, she prefers to focus entirely on her singing.
A member of a choir or musical group who provides vocal parts.
The choir's main vocalist received a standing ovation after the performance.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'vocal', which comes from Latin 'vocalis', meaning 'of the voice'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lead vocalist
The primary singer of a band.
backup vocalist
A singer who supports the lead vocalist, often providing harmonies.
vocalist of choice
A preferred singer among options.

Related Words

singing
The act of producing musical sounds with the voice.
soprano
A type of classical female singing voice.
tenor
A type of classical male singing voice.
melody
A sequence of notes that are musically satisfying.

Slang Meanings

Vox
That new track features an incredible vox.
Singer-songwriter
She’s more than a vocalist; she’s a true singer-songwriter.