Which Judas Priest singer is nicknamed the "Metal God"?

Judas Priest singer Rob Halford is nicknamed the “Metal God.”

Halford joined Judas Priest in 1973 and became one of heavy metal’s most recognizable vocalists. His wide range, piercing high notes and dramatic delivery helped define the sound of classic British metal, particularly on albums such as British Steel, Screaming for Vengeance and Painkiller.

The nickname reflects both Halford’s influence and his commanding stage persona. His leather-and-studs image, powerful vocals and theatrical performances became closely associated with Judas Priest and helped establish visual conventions that influenced generations of metal musicians.

The phrase can also cause a small wording mix-up: “Metal Gods” is a Judas Priest song from the 1980 album British Steel, while “Metal God” is the established individual nickname for Halford. Other singers, including Ronnie James Dio and Bruce Dickinson, are celebrated metal icons, but Halford is the canonical answer to this question.