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

Body&SoulSarah Vaughan78rank/position

Sarah Vaughan with Clifford Brown – Body And Soul (EmArcy Records 1954)

This jazz classic by Sarah Vaughan—who has secured a legendary status for her richly textured, huskily vibrant vocals—showcases a refined, feminine sensibility.

It heightens the mood with a polished finish and carries a brilliance that makes it perfect for summer as well.

Best Friend (feat. Doja Cat)Saweetie79rank/position

Saweetie – Best Friend (feat. Doja Cat) [Official Music Video]

Released in 2021, rapper Saweetie’s “Best Friend” is a hit track featuring the hugely popular singer-songwriter Doja Cat, and its music video has racked up over 200 million views on YouTube.

The two of them appear in eye-catching, flashy swimsuits that give off peak-summer vibes, and the shocking final scene leaves an unforgettable impact.

Packed with catchy, pop-friendly hooks, it’s a killer tune that even people who aren’t into hip-hop can enjoy, and it fits perfectly with the hot summer season.

As the title suggests, the lyrics center on the theme of “friendship.” While it includes plenty of provocative words typical of rap, reading the powerful lyrics—Saweetie and Doja Cat’s own expression of strong womanhood—will surely give you a boost of energy!

Come & Get ItSelena Gomez80rank/position

Selena Gomez – Come & Get It

This is a summer classic by Selena Gomez that delivers a consistent sound through transparent vocals and a characteristically Western, slightly muffled production.

Its fresh, unpretentious lyrics have a touching quality, and it creates a moody atmosphere perfect for capturing the feel of summer.

Eternal FlameThe Bangles81rank/position

The Bangles – Eternal Flame (Official Video)

The Bangles are an American all-female rock band.

Their signature song “Eternal Flame” is beloved in Japan as a wedding standard and as a TV drama theme.

Since its Japanese title is rendered as “Mune Ippai no Ai” (A Heart Full of Love), some of you may know it by that name.

Although fireworks don’t appear in the song’s lyrics, they are used strikingly in the music video.

The choice to feature fireworks—something that flare up and vanish—in the MV for “Eternal Flame,” which means a flame that burns forever, seems to carry a profound message.

Call You MineThe Chainsmokers, Bebe Rexha82rank/position

The Chainsmokers – Call You Mine (Official Video) ft. Bebe Rexha

It’s a track with a sparkling tone that will color your summer in a dreamy way.

The Chainsmokers teamed up with American singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha.

Summer is full of events like swimming at the beach and fireworks festivals, right? This song will surely turn those memories you’ll want to cherish for years to come into something unforgettable!

Sunshine BabyThe Japanese House83rank/position

The Japanese House – Sunshine Baby (Official Live Video)

The Japanese House is a music project started by Amber Bain.

One of the tracks on their album “In The End it Always Does” is “Sunshine Baby.” This song drew attention in part because members of the rock band The 1975 took part in it.

Its lyrics are based on Amber Bain’s real experiences and depict a summer heartbreak.

However, it isn’t a somber song; the lyrics are crafted to encourage someone who’s gone through a breakup.

Long As I LiveToni Braxton84rank/position

Toni Braxton – Long As I Live

Toni Braxton, who has had a remarkably long career in the R&B scene.

This is the song with which she returned to the Billboard charts, after having devoted herself to R&B since the ’80s.

With her compelling vocal power, she sounds not only unchanged from those days but even more captivating with the richness that comes with age.

And hats off to her for stepping onto the same stage as the younger generation, singing while dancing at the forefront.