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[2025] Empowering Pop Songs for Women: Popular Anthems of Encouragement

If you love music, there’s a good chance you’re someone who turns to your favorite songs for a boost when you’re going through tough or sad times, or dealing with worries.

These days, the word “empowerment” has really taken root, and many of you probably have your own personal “empowerment songs.”

In this article, we’re introducing “songs that cheer on women” — empowerment songs especially recommended for women that offer powerful encouragement.

From timeless classics that never fade to recent hits, be sure to check out this wide range of uplifting tracks!

Playlist

[2025] Empowering Pop Songs for Women: Popular Anthems of Encouragement
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1eastF**kin’ PerfectP!nkP!nk songs that give you courage and make you stronger
2eastRoarKaty PerryKaty Perry’s powerful track “Champion”
3eastI Wanna Thank Me (ft. Niecy Nash)Meghan TrainorA new song filled with messages of self-affirmation
4eastGood as HellLizzoA powerful song that celebrates Lizzo’s confidence and individuality
5eastGirl Gone WildMadonnaThe empowering strength of women who shine as they age
6north_eastFly GirlFLOFLO is a positive R&B group that empowers women.
7south_eastOne Of The GreatsFlorence & The MachineFlorence and the Machine singing about loneliness
8eastStrong Because You AreSevdalizaA moving work from a multicultural background that sings of love for a mother
9eastBest Friend (feat. Doja Cat)Saweetie“Best Friend” depicts friendship and the strength of women.
10eastScars To Your BeautifulAlessia CaraAn inspiring song that celebrates inner beauty
11eastI AM WOMANEmmy MeliA global hit song that empowers women
12eastShake It OffTaylor SwiftA powerful song that deflects media criticism
13eastRun the World (Girls)BeyoncéBeyoncé’s iconic anthem celebrating female empowerment
14eastSwan SongSaweetie, NIKIA powerful track from a movie soundtrack heralds a new beginning.
15eastGirl on FireAlicia KeysA powerful musical anthem that empowers women
16eastNo ScrubTLCA hip-hop song that sings of women's confidence and liberation
17eastGirls Just Wanna Have FunCyndi LauperCyndi’s smash hit, a classic that sings of women’s strength
18eastYou Don’t Own MeLesley GoreAn immortal classic that sings of women's independence
19eastWannabeSpice GirlsA song that symbolizes women’s empowerment
20eastA Woman’s WorthAlicia KeysA heartfelt song that reaffirms the value of women
21eastThis One’s for the GirlsMartina McBrideMcBride, an iconic song that empowers women
22eastDancing On My OwnRobynA powerful track about overcoming loneliness on the dance floor
23eastPerfect To MeAnne-MarieA heartfelt song about embracing your true self
24eastStronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly ClarksonAn iconic song that gave Kelly Clarkson a push
25eastVideoIndia ArieA song that celebrates the joy of living true to oneself
26eastBorn This WayLady GagaLady Gaga advocates for diversity and self-acceptance
27eastMan! I Feel Like A WomanShania TwainShania Twain’s signature song, the allure of women
28north_eastTrue ColorsCyndi LauperA timeless ballad with a clear, translucent voice that heals the heart
29south_eastTHE ONE.Ke$haA powerful song about reflecting on oneself
30eastDon’t Start NowDua LipaPop music that depicts courage and growth
31eastLeave Me AloneReneé RappReneé Rapp’s new song is innovative and making waves
32eastBreak FreeAriana GrandeAn ode to freedom, praising a life unbound.
33eastI <3 YOUMARINAA powerful female-empowerment song by Marina
34eastUnstoppableSiaAn anthem that encourages living strongly as your true self
35north_eastCan’t Hold Us DownChristina AguileraPowerful music that asserts women's strength
36north_eastI Don’t Need A manThe Pussycat DollsNo men needed! An empowering anthem of female confidence
37north_eastSorry Not SorryDemi LovatoAn anthem of revenge and self-affirmation, a moving track
38north_eastNever Give UpSiaA song of hope for those who face adversity
39north_eastGorgeousTaylor SwiftTaylor Swift’s pop song about the confusion of love
40north_eastSpotlightJennifer HudsonRomance stress, strolling through the city femininely
41north_eastyes, and?Ariana GrandeAriana’s new song, a powerful anthem of self-affirmation
42north_eastSit Still, Look PrettyDayaA powerful anthem that sings of women's independence
43north_eastMe TooMeghan TrainorAn inspiring song that sings about self-affirmation
44south_eastBad Blood ft. Kendrick LamarTaylor SwiftA song of Taylor Swift’s betrayal and comeback
45eastThat’s My GirlFifth HarmonyA powerful anthem that sings of women's unity and independence
46eastBraveSara BareillesAn inspiring song that celebrates the courage to speak up
47eastPretty UglyZara LarssonA new song has arrived that challenges society’s image of women.
48eastHard Out HereLily AllenExpressing the challenges of women's advancement in society with humor
49eastKings & QueensAva MaxA powerful anthem celebrating women's strength and independence
50eastI Love It (feat. Charli XCX)Icona popA song that turns the pain of heartbreak into powerful energy
51eastWise UpAimee MannA beautiful melody that gently embraces sorrow
52eastBig Girls Don’t CryFergieAn anthem of support that gently stays beside a heart letting go of love
53eastStill BadLizzoBoost your courage with Lizzo’s powerful music
54eastYou Gotta beDes’reeA timeless song that resonates with the heart, a tune that gives courage and hope.
55eastConfidentDemi LovatoA powerful song that sings of confidence and self-affirmation
56north_eastI’m A ProblemCaity BaserA song about the courage to stay true to yourself
57south_eastStrongerBritney SpearsAn inspiring anthem of support that sings of progress and strength
58eastPlease Please PleaseSabrina CarpenterSabrina’s disco-pop × country song
59eastHandsJewelWhen my heart feels like it’s about to break, these lyrics are healing.
60eastPowerLittle MixLittle Mix’s powerful female anthem
61north_eastAint’t Your MamaJennifer LopezAn empowering song that supports women's independence
62south_eastThe Mother We ShareChvrchesScottish electropop band
63south_eastFight SongRachel PlattenA powerful song that depicts self-affirmation and courage
64eastPrice Tag feat. B.o.BJessie JA gentle song that soothes your mood every day
65eastRaise Your GlassP!nkAn anthem for those off the mainstream, a song to restore confidence
66eastDancing QueenABBAA disco classic popular among women of all ages.
67eastToo MuchDove CameronExpressing the space between self-affirmation and others’ expectations
68eastI Will SurviveGloria GaynorRecovering from heartbreak with powerful music
69eastB***hmeredith brooksA powerful women’s rock song with an 'again-ism' vibe
70eastMove OverJanis JoplinJanis’s powerful singing, a masterpiece full of energy
71eastSunday ServiceLattoA powerful song that portrays women's strength and independence
72eastHere We Go feat. Kelly RowlandTrinaAn anthem encouraging the courage to leave a cheating man