Perfect for summer: Top foreign female singers and artists ranking [2025]

The RainMissy Elliott64rank/position

Missy Elliott – The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly) [Official Music Video]

This is a single released from American rapper Missy Elliott’s 1997 album Supa Dupa Fly.

The music video features cameo appearances by many artists, including Timbaland, SWV, Lil’ Kim, and Puff Daddy.

LoveNatalie Cole65rank/position

Natalie Cole- LOVE

It’s a jazz classic by Natalie Cole, where her commanding vocal sensibility and a beautifully luxurious mood wrap around you, making for a smooth and intimate listen.

With its moody finish, this urban piece is also a perfect recommendation for summer.

TornNatalie Imbruglia66rank/position

Natalie Imbruglia – Torn (Official Video)

This is the song Torn by Australian singer Natalie Imbruglia.

It’s included on her 1997 album Left of the Middle.

Her tender, heart-fluttering vocals are unexpected given her boyish appearance.

The groovy drums and arpeggiated guitar give it a ’90s alternative rock feel.

It’s a popular track in Japan as well.

Pocketful of SunshineNatasha Bedingfield67rank/position

Natasha Bedingfield – Pocketful of Sunshine (Official Video)

A famous song featured in a variety of works—dramas, movies, and video games—“Pocketful of Sunshine.” Many of you may have heard it before.

It’s a track by British singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield.

The lyrics carry a positive message about escaping a lousy daily routine and heading somewhere far away.

Combined with her powerful vocals, it’s a song that can really lift your spirits.

It’s also a perfect companion for a summer vacation!

AnacondaNicki Minaj68rank/position

Nicki Minaj – Anaconda

The intensely provocative lyrics that weaponize her physical allure to tease men are absolutely striking.

This is a work released in August 2014 by Nicki Minaj, an artist from Trinidad and Tobago who cemented her position as a leading female rapper.

Included on the acclaimed album “The Pinkprint,” the track boldly reconstructs a male-perspective song through sampling into a piece where a woman actively flaunts her sexuality.

It was so extreme that it was even banned from being played in certain regions.

The music video shocked the world, surpassing 100 million views in just 11 days after its release.

When you want to express yourself with confidence, why not surrender to the powerful beat of this track?

Feeling GoodNina Simone69rank/position

Feeling Good

Originally, this song was written for the musical “Roar of the Greasepaint—The Smell of the Crowd,” but perhaps the versions by Nina Simone and Michael Bublé are the best known.

While it has a dark, bluesy feel, the lyrics express a sense of being set free, feeling nature, and being in a truly good mood—celebrating joy.

JulyNoah Cyrus70rank/position

Noah Cyrus – July (Official Video)

Noah Cyrus is an artist who is also active as an actress.

Her older sister is the globally popular Miley Cyrus, and unlike her sister, Noah mainly releases works in classic country music.

She gives an impression closer to her father, Billy Ray Cyrus’s musical style than to Miley’s.

Among her works, the one I’d like to recommend for July is “July.” It’s crafted as a relaxed country tune—perfect for the start of summer, with an easygoing vibe.