Ranking of Western Music Artists Popular Among People in Their 40s [2025]

Big girl Don’t cryFergie43rank/position

Fergie – Big Girls Don’t Cry (Personal) (Official Music Video)

This solo song by Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas is uptempo yet has a slightly bittersweet, mature-woman vibe.

The chorus might be a bit high and hard to hit, but I hope you’ll practice it—it’s a number that women in their 40s can truly make their own.

One More TryGeorge Michael44rank/position

George Michael – One More Try

It hit No.

1 in the U.

S.

in 1988.

Following Wham!’s breakup and the No.

1 duet “I Knew You Were Waiting” with Aretha Franklin, his solo album was released and went on to become the No.

1 album on the year-end chart.

After reaching No.

2 with the first single “I Want Your Sex,” he achieved the remarkable feat of four consecutive No.

1 hits with “Faith,” “Father Figure,” this song, and “Monkey.”

basket caseGreen Day45rank/position

Green Day – Basket Case [Official Music Video] (4K Upgrade)

It’s a song released in 1994 by the American punk band Green Day, and people who played in bands when they were young might often have covered it.

Although it’s punk, it has a cheerful vibe with relatively little aggression, and since it’s a mid-tempo track with a sense of drive, it’s easy to sing and great for getting the crowd going.

Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses46rank/position

Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child O’ Mine (Official Music Video)

Originally a track from their first album, Appetite for Destruction, it was released as a single in 1988.

The intro guitar—Slash’s arpeggio—is memorable, but according to him, it was just a phrase he played off the cuff.

BeautifulJames Blunt47rank/position

James Blunt – You’re Beautiful (Official Music Video) [4K]

James Blunt is a singer-songwriter from the United Kingdom and a former member of the military.

Upon its release, this song reached number one in 11 countries around the world.

It expresses unrequited feelings for a beautiful person, and its unforgettable melody and distinctive vocals brim with charm—that’s the secret behind its massive success.

I’m YoursJason Mraz48rank/position

Jason Mraz – I’m Yours (Official Video) [4K Remaster]

The song is a bit rap-like, with words coming fast, so it may seem difficult, but if you learn the lyrics properly and give it a shot, you’ll be fine.

If you can sing it well, it’s one of those songs that looks cool.

The key is a bit high for men, so I think it’s just about right in chest voice for women in their 40s.

On The Floor ft. PitbullJennifer Lopez49rank/position

Jennifer Lopez – On The Floor ft. Pitbull

Born in 1969.

When it comes to sexy, smart, and cool women in their 40s, she’s the one who comes to mind.

This track, a collaboration with popular rapper Pitbull, is perfect as a party song to liven up a 40th birthday celebration.