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

HelloAdele

Adele – Hello (Official Music Video)

This song was covered by Taka from ONE OK ROCK, and one of my male students practiced it a lot in our lessons! It was the Taka version, but as he kept practicing, he was able to hit the high notes in the chorus cleanly and comfortably.

So it might be a good practice piece, and it’s also a song that feels amazing to sing once you can do it, so I recommend it! The A and B sections are basically low and gentle, but the chorus jumps into high notes, so the trick is to sing without tensing up.

You might feel like belting, but imagine sending the sound far out.

There are also falsetto ad-libs, so if you keep resonating in the space between your eyebrows and the top of your head, switching between chest voice and falsetto will become smoother.

Try to stay mindful of lifting your facial muscles as you sing!

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Kubota Mami

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Good Morning BaltimoreNikki Blonsky

Hairspray Soundtrack | Good Morning Baltimore – Nikki Blonsky | WaterTower

The film Hairspray was released in 2007.

The song Good Morning Baltimore appears in the movie and is sung by the heroine, Nikki Blonsky.

Since it’s a musical-style number, it doesn’t feature the kind of complex vocal lines you hear in modern pop.

The vocal range is from mid2 B-flat to high C, so most women should be able to sing it in the original key.

However, because it often shifts directly from regular singing to a more speech-like delivery, it can be hard to score high at karaoke unless you have a good grasp of English intonation.

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Ryo

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All I Want for Christmas Is YouMerry Christmas

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)

Mariah Carey’s signature song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” Although this piece is often cited as a difficult song, it’s not without singable elements.

The tricky part is mainly the slow-tempo opening; once the beat kicks in and the tempo picks up, the kind of wide-interval vocal runs heard in the intro appear less frequently.

Even so, the overall difficulty remains on the higher side, but given its top-tier recognition and popularity, it’s well worth the challenge.

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FoldedKehlani

Kehlani – Folded [Official Music Video]

A song by the American singer Kehlani, marked by feather-light arrangements and layered, introspective vocals.

It portrays a poised figure who, without yielding to past experiences or pressure, quietly closes one chapter and moves on to the next.

Anyone who’s stood at a crossroads in life will find it deeply relatable.

Released in June 2025, the track showcases the heightened expressive power she’s honed since the masterpiece Crash.

Listen on a summer evening at dusk, and you may feel a sense of purification—along with a gentle warmth that feels like a soft push forward.

On SightCoco Jones

Coco Jones – On Sight

Coco Jones, the powerhouse who won Best R&B Performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards.

This is a perfect summer-night track from her debut album “Why Not More?”, released in April 2025.

Her strong, emotionally rich vocals riding over a sophisticated sound will capture your heart the moment you hear them.

It’s said to portray that passionate moment when you’re instantly drawn to someone and become certain of your feelings.

A music video was also produced, showcasing her expressive artistry.

Play it on a summer evening when you want to sink into a slightly grown-up mood, and it’s sure to heighten the romance.

On a night when your feelings for someone special are deepening, why not listen to this song and face your emotions?

Born This WayLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Born This Way (Official Music Video)

I think this song was a huge hit that made everyone aware of Lady Gaga.

I believe Japan was also influenced by its themes of homosexuality and religion.

Her unique outfits and makeup had a considerable impact on Japan.

NOMeghan Trainor

Meghan Trainor – NO (Official Video)

This is a memorable track featuring a powerful message that cuts down persistent advances in one stroke.

It was crafted by American powerhouse and Grammy winner Meghan Trainor.

Released in March 2016, it served as the lead single from her album “Thank You.” There’s even a story that, after the label’s CEO told her there was “no single,” she channeled her anger and finished the song in just one day.

That energy comes through in the portrayal of a resolute woman who pushes back with a firm “no” — even to someone asking for her name or number.

It radiates unwavering self-confidence that refuses to yield to casual flirting.

When you want to stay true to your own core and not be swayed by others, listening to this song might just give you the push you need.