If you like Paul Smith, try these artists

If you like Paul Smith, 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

War

War

Shared genres: funk

Latin rock funk jazz rock
The Roots

The Roots

Shared genres: funk, jazz

alternative hip-hop alternative rock conscious hip-hop
Aaliyah

Aaliyah

Shared genres: funk

alternative R&B contemporary R&B electronica
King Gordy

King Gordy

Shared genres: funk, jazz

Detroit blues Midwest hip-hop blue-eyed soul
Sylvester

Sylvester

Shared genres: funk

Hi-NRG disco funk
Teena Marie

Teena Marie

Shared genres: funk, jazz

disco funk hip-hop
DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince

DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince

Shared genres: funk

East Coast hip-hop disco electro hop
Michael Henderson

Michael Henderson

Shared genres: funk, jazz

funk jazz jazz fusion

Common questions

Who sounds like Paul Smith?

Artists similar to Paul Smith include War, The Roots, Aaliyah and King Gordy. Each shares elements of Paul Smith's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Paul Smith?

Paul Smith is primarily known for funk and jazz. Smith's music pulses with rhythmic complexity, combining tight grooves and airy melodies that create an engaging tension between movement and stillness.

Where should I start if I like Paul Smith?

If you enjoy Paul Smith, start with War — their album "The World Is a Ghetto" is a great entry point. Shared genres: funk