[70s Western Music] Timeless Masterpieces and Popular Songs by Female Singers
The melodies flowing from the radio, the moment the needle drops on a record, and that voice you heard on a street corner… The songs by female singers who lit up the Western music scene of the 1970s continue to resonate across generations.
Emerging from the United States and the United Kingdom, these artists captivated the world with soulful vocals, the raw edge of rock, and delicate ballads.
In this article, we’ll showcase a rich selection of classic tracks by female singers from the ’70s Western music scene.
Whether you’re looking to revel in nostalgia or discover something new, enjoy reading to the very end!
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70s Western Music: Timeless Masterpieces and Popular Songs by Female Singers (1–10)
Dancing QueenABBA
ABBA’s classic “Dancing Queen.” It was a massive hit worldwide and is still used all over Japanese media today, so even younger people have probably heard it.
Released in 1976, at a time when new wave, neo-soul, and funk dominated, it became a hit as a straight-ahead pop song.
As that success suggests, the melody is crafted to be extremely catchy.
Be sure to give it a listen.
The Winner Takes It AllAgnetha Fältskog
Agnetha Fältskog, a songstress from Sweden.
Having achieved worldwide success as a member of ABBA, she made her solo debut in 1967.
With ABBA, she produced numerous hits such as “Dancing Queen” and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
With her clear voice and expressive performances, she has thrived across a wide range of genres from pop to disco.
In 2013, she released A, her first solo album in about a decade, captivating many fans with her unchanged vocal prowess.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to fully savor the charm of ’70s pop.
Rainy Days and MondaysKaren Carpenter
Karen Carpenter, whose sweet voice epitomized the 1970s.
The Carpenters, the duo she formed with her brother Richard, debuted in 1970 and produced numerous hits such as “(They Long to Be) Close to You” and “Rainy Days and Mondays.” They won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist and received high acclaim worldwide.
Her rich lower register and clear, transparent vocals captivated many listeners and continue to be loved today.
Although her drumming skills were highly regarded, she gradually focused on singing.
Highly recommended for those seeking warm melodies and a voice that resonates with the heart.
[70s Western Music] Timeless Masterpieces and Popular Songs by Female Singers (11–20)
Big Yellow TaxiJoni Mitchell
Joni Mitchell is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for her diverse musicality that transcends genres, from folk to jazz.
She debuted in 1968 and created memorable classics such as Both Sides, Now and Big Yellow Taxi.
Winner of nine Grammy Awards and inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997, her talent is widely recognized.
Her distinctive guitar tunings and poetic lyrics have influenced many artists.
Beyond music, she is also active as a painter, even creating her own album cover art—truly a multi-talented artist.
She is highly recommended for those seeking delicate sensibilities and innovative musicianship.
Nobody Does It BetterCarly Simon
Carly Simon, a female singer-songwriter who was active in the 1980s.
She is known for her music rooted in folk, and, along with Carole King and Joni Mitchell, she helped energize the scene.
One of the songs that helped bring her widespread recognition is “Nobody Does It Better.” It’s a classic in which elements of folk and jazz are blended in a well-balanced way, giving the piece an overall calm, refined feel.
I Honestly Love YouOlivia Newton-John
Olivia Newton-John, a popular singer from Australia.
With her very refined looks and catchy musical style, she’s an artist who has won fans in Japan as well.
She was active from the 1970s to the mid-1980s, and among her work, I Honestly Love You is a particularly beloved classic.
It’s a song arranged as a slow ballad, yet the track is crafted to evoke 2000s R&B, giving it a strangely intriguing atmosphere.
Be sure to check it out.
I Am WomanHelen Reddy
Helen Reddy is one of Australia’s most iconic artists.
She was the first Australian to win a Grammy Award, and she continues to be widely respected by many artists in Australia today.
Her classic song “I Am Woman,” released in 1972, was the track that brought her global recognition.
It’s a catchy pop tune with a soulful feel in places—be sure to check it out.