hitmaker

noun

hit·​mak·​er ˈhit-ˌmā-kər 

variants or hit-maker

plural hitmakers or hit-makers

: one known for producing popular hits in the entertainment industry

… with Hollywood's alltime hitmaker anchoring the Sunday night lineup …

—Richard Corliss

especially : a popular and successful recording artist or group

… whose music is sampled and recycled by mainstream hitmakers, including Rihanna, Beyoncé, and Lil Wayne.

—Mark Guarino

hitmaking

ˈhit-ˌmā-kiŋ 

adjective

or hit-making

Despite his hitmaking prowess, David is no manufactured teen dream.

—Matt Diehl

… the group was a hit-making machine through the 1980's …

—Jon Pareles

Examples of hitmaker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Life of a Showgirl hitmaker accessorized with classic pointed-toe pumps, a choker necklace, and diamond earrings. —Claire Harmeyer, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025

Aitana The Spanish hitmaker turned denim staples into the foundation of her fast-growing fashion influence. —Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 15 Dec. 2025

A number of once-lively hitmakers churned out forgettable product. —Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025

The three artist-founders will provide A&R guidance and mentorship to the label’s roster, drawing on decades of success as globally renowned performers and hitmakers. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hitmaker

• blackacre
• caretaker
• clockmaker
• dressmaker
• filmmaker
• homemaker
• icebreaker
• lawmaker
• matchmaker
• pacemaker
• partaker
• peacemaker