* Steve Perry: Levine also admires Steve Perry, the lead singer of Journey. He praised Perry's "angelic" voice and his ability to write "beautiful" and "anthemic" songs.
* Michael Jackson: Levine has expressed his admiration for Michael Jackson, calling him "the greatest entertainer of all time." He praised Jackson's "unbelievable talent," his "charisma," and his ability to "connect with people on a deeper level."
* Prince: Levine also admires Prince, calling him "one of the most talented musicians of all time." He praised Prince's "genius" and his ability to create music that is "genre-bending" and "innovative."
* Radiohead: Levine is also a fan of Radiohead, an English rock band. He praised the band's "experimental" and "progressive" sound, and their ability to create music that is "intelligent" and "thought-provoking."