Popular female Western music artists in Japan. Recommended famous overseas divas and singers.
The Western music scene is changing rapidly.
Some of you might feel it’s hard to keep up with the times.
For those people, we’ve put together a feature on female Western artists who are popular in Japan!
We’re not just introducing the artists—we also cover their backgrounds, unique traits, and why they’re particularly popular in Japan.
We focus on the latest artists who match current trends, so it’s also a must-read for anyone who simply wants to discover new Western music!
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Popular female Western music artists in Japan: Recommended famous international divas and singers (41–50)
The Sweet EscapeGwen Stefani
Known in Japan as “Big Sister Gwen,” she shows no signs of slowing down no matter her age.
On the contrary, she remains highly active and continues to grow her fanbase.
She is also known as a great friend of Japan and made a large donation following the Great East Japan Earthquake.
TeamIggy Azalea
A single released in 2016 by Australian rapper Iggy Azalea.
Rather than an intense electro sound, it’s a standard hip-hop sound that still feels fresh—a very catchy track.
All About That BassMeghan Trainor
This is Meghan Trainor’s debut single, released in 2014.
It’s a message song about being yourself without worrying about other people’s opinions, and it’s a medium-tempo dance number that incorporates a 50s and 60s vibe.
BoyfriendsGrace VanderWaal
Grace VanderWaal is attracting attention as a new-generation singer-songwriter.
At age 12, she won the audition show America’s Got Talent and instantly joined the ranks of the stars.
Since then, she has continued to flourish, appearing at the Olympic opening ceremony and making her acting debut.
In addition to her beautiful husky voice, her conversational singing style is a major draw, so I hope you’ll keep an eye on her.
Also, be sure to check out her YouTube videos covering other artists’ songs.
ListenBeyoncé
Beyoncé, a global songstress who needs no introduction.
She once thrived as a member of Destiny’s Child, and she’s also enormously successful as a solo singer and well known alongside her husband, Jay-Z.
Her powerful, crystal-clear voice is unmatched.
Ready or NotBridgit Mendler
This is a single released as the solo major debut by Bridgit Mendler, an actress and singer-songwriter famous for Lemonade Mouth.
It’s a catchy pop song with a great beat and tempo that naturally makes you move to the rhythm.
Like MeChristina Milian
It’s a single released by Christina Milian in 2015 featuring Snoop Dogg.
The track has a sexy, mysterious vibe, with looped sounds and melodies crafted to be very catchy.