[2025] The Beauty That Dwells in Strength: Western Songs Celebrating Strong Women — A Compilation of Anthems for Women

greedyTate McRae

Tate McRae – greedy (Official Video)

The song released in September 2023 by Canadian artist Tate McRae embodies the strength of a confident woman.

Despite being only 20, the track is packed with the unique charm that comes from Tate’s background as a dancer.

With lyrics that assert high self-worth and warn the other person, it expresses modern female independence and confidence.

It’s hugely popular on social media, so many people have probably heard it somewhere.

It’s a song for everyone who wants to stay true to themselves—and one that everyone should hear.

God is a womanAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – God is a woman (Official Video)

Armed with overwhelming vocal prowess and a cute look, Ariana Grande has steadily grown as an artist.

The song she released in August 2018, hailing from the United States, is a masterpiece that celebrates women’s strength and beauty.

Its lyrics, blending sexual liberation with spirituality, encourage women’s confidence and self-expression.

The music video unfolds with striking imagery inspired by Greek mythology and the cosmos, and even features a special appearance by Madonna.

The work was also nominated for a Grammy in 2019 and became a major hit, reaching No.

8 on the Billboard charts.

It’s the perfect track when you want to feel the inner strength of women.

BraveSara Bareilles

Sara Bareilles – Brave (Official Video)

Released in 2013, “Brave” by Sara Bareilles is a Grammy Award–winning song.

Many people struggle with worries and complexes, and this track encourages you by telling you that you can become an amazing person.

It’s an anthem wishing that you walk through life powerfully as your true self.

It’s recommended for those who are feeling down or about to take on something new.

Kings & QueensAva Max

Ava Max – Kings & Queens [Official Music Video]

Here comes a feel-good anthem that celebrates women’s strength and beauty.

Released in March 2020 by Albanian-American singer Ava Max, this track powerfully sings of female empowerment.

With its catchy melody and striking electric guitar solo, it’s a pop tune that sticks in your head.

The lyrics are sprinkled with unique metaphors—like comparing women’s potential to chess pieces—that highlight their immense capabilities.

In the music video, set in a heaven-inspired throne room, Ava appears in attire reminiscent of an Amazonian queen, dancing alongside her troupe in a striking performance.

The GiverChappell Roan

Chappell Roan – The Giver (Official Lyric Video)

Chappell Roan, known as a transgender singer.

Her song The Giver, released in March 2025, is one of her signature tracks.

While she mainly excels in genres like synth-pop and dark pop, this work features a gentler melody with a somewhat country-like feel.

The vocal range spans from mid1 F# to high E, which is fairly wide, but since there are almost no ad-libs aside from some embellishments in the final arrangement, it’s relatively approachable to sing.

Girls Just Want To Have FunCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Want To Have Fun (Official Video)

It’s a song that celebrates women’s freedom and liberation—simply singing, dancing, and having fun.

Released in October 1983 as the lead single from Cyndi Lauper’s debut album “She’s So Unusual,” it became a worldwide hit.

The American singer took the world by storm with her distinctive hairstyles and fashion.

Although the music video was produced on a modest budget of about $35,000, it vividly portrays women enjoying themselves freely against the backdrop of New York’s Lower East Side.

It’s the perfect track to crank up at karaoke or a girls’ night out.

The GreatestSia

Sia – The Greatest (Official Video)

Released in 2016, “The Greatest” is a song by Australian singer-songwriter Sia.

It’s included on her seventh album, This Is Acting.

The song is dedicated to the victims of the 2016 mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Florida, and the rainbow-colored face paint symbolizes LGBTQ+ pride.

It’s a track that empowers listeners to live authentically and stay strong.