Great English-language songs recommended for women: world classics and popular hits

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

Taylor is hugely popular among Japanese women—not just for her songs, of course, but also for her beautiful face and stylish fashion sense that many admire.

This is one of her greatest hits among many.

It’s practically a must-sing karaoke song for girls who love Western pop!

If I Ain’t Got YouAlicia Keys

Alicia Keys – If I Ain’t Got You (Official HD Video)

A powerful, resonant ballad that deeply stirs a woman’s heart.

Alicia Keys’s soulful vocals plead the importance of the bond with a loved one over material success.

Featured on the album “The Diary of Alicia Keys,” released in November 2003, the song won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Song.

Born from experiences that laid bare life’s impermanence—such as the 9/11 attacks and the loss of someone close—it is a gem of a track.

Perfect for a quiet night alone when you want to face yourself, or when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone special.

A song that truly becomes a woman’s heart’s companion, gently nourishing the soul.

Hold UpBeyoncé

Beyoncé – Hold Up (Video)

A track released in 2016 by American singer-songwriter Beyoncé.

Inspired by her husband Jay-Z’s infidelity, it samples Andy Williams’s 1963 track “Can’t Get Used to Losing You.” The track won an MTV Video Music Award.

SummertimeBeyoncé

Summertime

It’s a classic R&B song that portrays a summer romance.

Beyoncé’s rich vocals vividly express the joy of falling in love and the deepening of a relationship.

The collaboration with P.

Diddy is also captivating, with the rap part adding flair to the track.

Released as a 12-inch single in October 2003, it was included on the soundtrack of the film The Fighting Temptations.

The song reached No.

35 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.

It’s a perfect choice for nighttime drives or quiet moments—highly recommended for adult women.

Its soothing melody and profound lyrics are sure to resonate with your heart.

Caught in Your LoveBoys World

Boys World – Caught in Your Love (Official Music Video)

This song by Boys World sweetly captures the emotions of a woman drowning in love.

Its beautiful lyrics portray the aching feeling of being lost in love and unable to escape.

The cool, mellow sound with a ‘90s R&B vibe is outstanding as well.

Released in April 2024, this track has become a significant milestone in their musical career.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to savor the delicate shifts of a heart tossed about by romance.

It’s perfect for a nighttime drive or for quietly listening alone in your room.

Shy GuyDiana King

Diana King – Shy Guy

A song that delicately portrays a woman’s emotions brings out the full charm of Diana King.

The protagonist’s desire for a shy, devoted man resonates alongside a distinctive sound that fuses reggae and R&B.

Released in March 1995, the track appears on her debut album, Tougher Than Love, and was also used as the theme song for the film Bad Boys.

It became an international smash hit and was certified Gold in the United States.

It’s a perfect pick for mature women—something you’ll want to play on a quiet night drive or during time alone.

TripElla Mai

Ella Mai – Trip

As a rising star in R&B, Ella Mai’s songs brilliantly capture the complexities of love.

Set to gentle, piano-driven melodies, her emotive voice resonates throughout.

This work skillfully portrays a heart swaying between self-restraint and surging feelings, deeply touching listeners.

Released in August 2018, the track reached No.

11 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you’re struggling with a cherished relationship or quietly facing yourself alone.

Ella Mai’s soulful vocals are sure to capture your heart.