Wow, I have so many! :) Where should I start? Well , there is Sade, Ella Fitzgerald, Res, Tamia, etc. I admire the uniqueness of their voices. Their music is very melodic and their style embodies simplicity and originality.
Sounds Like
Close your eyes and think of all of your favorite artist rolled up into one! Now, open them. Walla, it's me :-) ! I'm just playing. But seriously, I'm sure every artist hates when someone asks them that question. When you think about it, typically most of the artist that are out sound somewhat different from their other counterparts. So, why should aspiring artist strive to sound like an established artist? I sound like me, Shelita Vaughns!