Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Janis Joplin: An American singer known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals and emotionally intense performances. She was a prominent figure in the psychedelic rock and blues-rock scene of the 1960s and died at the age of 27.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Janis Joplin is often cited as one of the greatest rock singers of all time.
  • The music of Janis Joplin continues to influence artists today.

Advanced Usage

• "a Janis Joplin-esque voice": used to describe a singing voice that is raw, powerful, and emotionally charged, reminiscent of Janis Joplin's style.
  • The new singer has a Janis Joplin-esque voice that captivates the audience.

Variants and Related Words

• Joplinesque (adj): characteristic of or resembling the musical style or persona of Janis Joplin.
  • Her performance was wonderfully Joplinesque.

Synonyms

• Rock icon
• Blues-rock legend

Related Phrases

• "The queen of psychedelic soul": a common epithet for Janis Joplin, highlighting her genre.
  • Janis Joplin, often called the queen of psychedelic soul, left an indelible mark on music history.

Noun

1. United States singer who died of a drug overdose at the height of her popularity (1943-1970)