Axl Rose is perhaps one of the most easily recognizable vocalists, leading one of the most successful bands, not only in rock, but in the entire music world.
Despite his iconic look, Rose has a voice that doesn't appeal to everyone, but it's a distinctive element in the songs he performs.
Despite having been part of smaller groups early in his career, most fans know his work for the history he made with Guns N' Roses , being the only original member to have never left the group.
Another major role the vocalist played was in 2016, when he temporarily joined AC/DC , replacing Brian Johnson , who was ill.
This list encompasses the work he did with Guns N' Roses, spanning the different phases of his career and showcasing his various singing styles.
“Welcome To The Jungle” – Appetite For Destruction
“Welcome To The Jungle” is part of one of the best debut albums of all time, Appetite For Destruction (1987).
The album kicks off with one of their greatest songs, setting the mood for what's to come. Axl Rose is one of the highlights of the track, with his characteristic drive and rapid-fire vocals in the chorus.
Before the solo begins, he lets his voice soar and already shows a bit of what he's capable of, which can be best seen in his classic "You're in the jungle baby, you're gonna dieeeeeee".
“This I Love” – Chinese Democracy
The most underrated album of Guns N' Roses' entire career is, without a doubt, Chinese Democracy (2008). The vocals, along with the piano, make the music one of the album's highlights.
From the very beginning, Rose's vocals are powerful and moving, delivering one of the best performances of her career. The track's highlight is the chorus, where the contrast between her voice and the piano is most evident, making it extremely memorable.
“Mr. Brownstone” – Appetite For Destruction
One of the moments where Axl Rose takes a different approach is in "Mr. Brownstone." This track, featured on Appetite For Destruction , stands out for its deeper, cleaner vocals.
Still, the track features sharper sections that complement the rest of the song and make it unique, departing slightly from the traditional and bringing a certain change to the album.
“Yesterdays” – Use Your Illusion II
The album Use Your Illusion (1991) was conceived during a phase in which the band was already exploring the use of pianos more, and this becomes evident in this track.
The ballad is calm, but the great difference lies in how Axl Rose's voice contrasts with the rest of the music and, at first glance, it's not such an obvious choice.
"Patience" – GN R' Lies
Beginning with a memorable whistle, "Patience" showcases all the tranquility that Rose's voice can hold.
In an acoustic ballad, what stands out most is her participation, with a calm and serene performance.
Despite this, at the end of the song, his voice gains power and becomes even more evident, with the backing vocals singing the song's chorus, giving full support to the vocalist.
“November Rain” – Use Your Illusion I
Without a shadow of a doubt, "November Rain" is one of the greatest songs Guns N' Roses ever made.
In a beautiful performance, Axl Rose delivers not only great vocals, but also a great piano performance, in this excellent ballad that undergoes changes towards the end.
The solo, the melody, the lyrics, everything about "November Rain" fits together perfectly, making its almost 9 minutes absolutely unforgettable and, in no way, tiring.
“You Could Be Mine” – Use Your Illusion II
With its powerful and memorable drum beat, "You Could Be Mine" is a Guns N' Roses classic.
Featured on the soundtrack for Terminator 2: Judgment Day , the song maintains a fast tempo throughout, and here, instead of contrasting, Rose's voice complements the instrumental.
The bridge, which precedes the final chorus, is a demonstration of Axl Rose's vocal power, which is not only powerful but also fast.
“Sweet Child O' Mine” – Appetite For Destruction
Everyone knows the riff from "Sweet Child O' Mine," even if they don't necessarily connect the song to the band.
A beautiful ballad and one of rock's greatest classics, the track also features a great solo and thrills the audience when played live. Rose's performance is magnificent, as are all the elements that make up the song.
“Coma” – Use Your Illusion I
Beginning with the sound of a beating heart, "Coma" is a great song in the group's career, which also features other sonic elements, such as people speaking.
In the track's more than 10 minutes, Axl Rose delivers a flawless performance, alternating between low and high notes, in a mix of calm and tranquility with speed and power.
“Civil War” – Use Your Illusion II
With powerful lyrics, "Civil War" is the first song from Use Your Illusion II . This is another track where Rose brings more serene moments in contrast to the high power her voice can have.
Everything about the music fits together perfectly, with "Civil War" being one of the highlights of Guns N' Roses' entire career.
