If you like Otis Williams, try these artists

If you like Otis Williams, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

Artists to try next

The Gap Band

The Gap Band

Shared genres: soul

boogie electro funk
Aaliyah

Aaliyah

Shared genres: soul

alternative R&B contemporary R&B electronica
Gerald Levert

Gerald Levert

Shared genres: soul

contemporary R&B new jack swing quiet storm
King Gordy

King Gordy

Shared genres: soul

Detroit blues Midwest hip-hop blue-eyed soul
The Supremes

The Supremes

Shared genres: doo-wop, soul

disco doo-wop pop music
The Temptations

The Temptations

Shared genres: doo-wop, soul

doo-wop funk rhythm and blues
James Brown

James Brown

Guide

Shared genres: doo-wop, soul

blues doo-wop funk
The Drifters

The Drifters

Shared genres: doo-wop, soul

doo-wop pop music rhythm and blues

Common questions

Who sounds like Otis Williams?

Artists similar to Otis Williams include The Gap Band, Aaliyah, Gerald Levert and King Gordy. Each shares elements of Otis Williams's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Otis Williams?

Otis Williams is primarily known for soul and doo-wop. Rich vocal harmonies interlace with rhythmic grooves, creating a textured soundscape that pulses with nostalgia and yearning.

Where should I start if I like Otis Williams?

If you enjoy Otis Williams, start with The Gap Band — their album "Gap Band V: Jammin'" is a great entry point. Shared genres: soul