What are your top 3 favorite female singers?

I don't think anyone is overlooking anyone. The OP says 3. In another thread, I listed many many more. 

Many great singers listed here, I would add Carry Newcomer

For me it’s an ever changing list, but my favorites recently are:

Sara Bareilles

Brandi Carlile

Eva Cassidy

Tina Dickow (Dico)

Gray DeLisle

Amy Winehouse

Sorry to the many that are also in the rotation.

Pure voice:

Linda Ronstadt

Stevie Nicks

Sade