Recommended Western music for women in their 50s: world classics and popular songs

Manic MondayThe Bangles

The Bangles – Manic Monday (Official Video)

The Bangles are an American all-female rock group.

They debuted in 1982, but their popularity surged with the hit of this song in 1986.

They continued to have hits afterward, but disbanded in 1989.

The song was written by Prince and sings about the dreary Monday of an office worker.

Kama is capricious.Culture Club

Culture Club – Karma Chameleon (Official Music Video)

Culture Club is a band formed in London, England.

Boosted by the distinctive persona of their vocalist, Boy George, they scored a string of hits and won the 1983 Grammy Award for Best New Artist.

This pop song was a million seller in 1984.

Endless LoveDiana Ross & Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie – Endless Love with Crystal Kay

Diana Ross is the Queen of Pop, with 18 number-one hits to her name.

Lionel Richie moved from the Commodores to a solo career and wrote many hit songs.

He also wrote this song, the theme for the romantic film “Endless Love.” It held the number-one spot for nine consecutive weeks in 1981.

Like A VirginMadonna

Madonna – Like A Virgin (Official Video)

Madonna, the “Queen of Pop,” is the most successful female artist in history and a living legend who remains active even in her late sixties.

The title track of her masterpiece album Like a Virgin, which sold 21 million copies worldwide, is a signature song of early Madonna.

Produced by Nile Rodgers, with Chic’s rhythm section Tony Thompson and Bernard Edwards, it’s an ’80s mega-hit in which Madonna’s cute vocals shine.

In JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, the name “Like a Virgin” also appears in Part 6, Stone Ocean, as the name of bracelet-type handcuffs used to prevent escapes.

Your Only LonelyJ.D. Souther

You’re Only Lonely – John David Souther

This song is J.

D.

Souther’s only Top 10 hit, but he himself has also been active as an actor and has written songs for other singers.

In Japan, the song was used in commercials and as an insert song in films.

In Taiwan, it has been covered in Chinese.

BabeStyx

Babe Styx

It became a million-selling smash for Styx and spent two weeks at No.

1 in the U.

S.

in 1979.

It was originally a private song Dennis DeYoung wrote as a birthday gift for his wife.

Their popularity then grew in Japan as well, and they made their first visit there in 1982.

GhostbustersRay Parker Jr.

Original GhostBusters Theme Song

Known as the theme song for the 1984 film of the same name, this track is a masterpiece by American musician Ray Parker Jr.

Its catchy hook and upbeat rhythm are unforgettable—you’ve probably heard it at least once.

The lyrics brilliantly capture the movie’s world, sparking the adventurous spirit of the ghost-busting protagonists.

It was a massive hit, spending three consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It’s a perfect pick to amp up parties or Halloween events.

Sing along to the lively beat, and you’re guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face.