Great English-language songs recommended for women: world classics and popular hits

Perfect To MeAnne-Marie

Anne-Marie – Perfect To Me [Official Music Video]

A heartwarming self-love anthem that gives you a chance to reexamine your true self.

Sung by British artist Anne-Marie, this song carries a gentle message for anyone struggling with insecurities about their appearance or the pressures of societal expectations.

Included on the deluxe edition of her 2018 album “Speak Your Mind,” it later became a beloved single as well.

Centered on themes of self-esteem and body positivity, it powerfully celebrates the importance of embracing yourself just as you are.

It’s a track you’ll want to listen to when you feel your confidence waver in front of the mirror or find yourself discouraged by comparisons with others.

I Miss YouKlymaxx

Klymaxx – I Miss You

Klymaxx is an all-female R&B band from Los Angeles whose members play their own instruments and handle songwriting and production.

This work is a gem of a ballad written by keyboardist Lynn Malsby, based on her own experiences.

The pure feeling of still not being able to forget someone you’ve grown apart from and longing to see them again is something anyone who’s suffered heartbreak can painfully relate to.

Lead vocalist Joyce Irby’s poignant voice blends with the beautiful tones of the synthesizer, drawing you into a sentimental world.

Released as a single from the classic album “Meeting in the Ladies Room” in November 1985, the song reached No.

5 on the U.

S.

charts and remained a hit for 29 weeks.

It may be the kind of song that gently keeps you company on nights when you want to sit quietly with your thoughts.

On SightCoco Jones

Coco Jones – On Sight

Coco Jones, the powerhouse who won Best R&B Performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards.

This is a perfect summer-night track from her debut album “Why Not More?”, released in April 2025.

Her strong, emotionally rich vocals riding over a sophisticated sound will capture your heart the moment you hear them.

It’s said to portray that passionate moment when you’re instantly drawn to someone and become certain of your feelings.

A music video was also produced, showcasing her expressive artistry.

Play it on a summer evening when you want to sink into a slightly grown-up mood, and it’s sure to heighten the romance.

On a night when your feelings for someone special are deepening, why not listen to this song and face your emotions?

Take You DownSZA

SZA – Take You Down (Lyric Video)

It’s a track with a laid-back beat and a mysterious vibe—perfect for a summer night.

It’s included on Lana, the reissue of American R&B artist SZA’s acclaimed album SOS.

SZA is known for her emotionally rich lyrics, and this song feels like it portrays intimate, sensual moments with someone special.

Her whispery vocals over restrained production make it feel like you’re sharing a secret between two people.

Originally left off the album, it was released just before her performance at the Super Bowl in February 2025, surprising fans.

Why not give it a listen on a summer evening, when the breeze has cooled a bit and you’re ready to relax?

I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder

I Just Called To Say I Love You

A gem of a ballad by American genius singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder.

It’s an emotionally moving piece whose gentle, warm melody and lyrics—about calling someone for no reason other than to say “I love you”—resonate deep in the heart.

The song was produced in August 1984 as the theme for the film The Woman in Red, and in Japan it’s also well known from the TV drama Kimi no Te ga Sasayaite Iru.

Savor the atmosphere that lets you feel the tenderness found in everyday life, and listen while thinking of someone dear to you.

Isn’t She LovelyStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – Isn’t She Lovely

A heartfelt song created to celebrate the birth of a beloved daughter.

It’s an emotionally stirring soul number admired by many around the world and especially adored in Japan.

The real newborn’s cry heard at the beginning captures the miraculous moment of life’s arrival and deeply moves the listener.

Perhaps the song’s charm lies in the lyrics that candidly express the joy and profound love of becoming a father, paired with the gentle, beautiful tone of the harmonica.

Featured on the historic 1976 masterpiece “Songs in the Key of Life,” this work is perfect for moments spent with your cherished family or whenever you want to bask in a feeling of happiness.

Let its heartwarming melody soothe you.

FoldedKehlani

Kehlani – Folded [Official Music Video]

A song by the American singer Kehlani, marked by feather-light arrangements and layered, introspective vocals.

It portrays a poised figure who, without yielding to past experiences or pressure, quietly closes one chapter and moves on to the next.

Anyone who’s stood at a crossroads in life will find it deeply relatable.

Released in June 2025, the track showcases the heightened expressive power she’s honed since the masterpiece Crash.

Listen on a summer evening at dusk, and you may feel a sense of purification—along with a gentle warmth that feels like a soft push forward.