Western music popular among women in their 40s. World-famous classics and hit songs.

Let’s DanceDavid Bowie

David Bowie – Let’s Dance (Live)

In 1983, Bowie—who had previously had a strong art-oriented approach—released the pop, danceable album Let’s Dance under the guidance of hit producer Nile Rodgers.

As soon as the single of the same name started airing on MTV, he shot straight into the mainstream.

Even people who don’t know much about Bowie have probably heard this song.

Hail Holy QueenDeloris Van Cartier

Sister Act – Hail Holy Queen (Deloris and The Sisters)

Sister Act, a classic film that continues to be loved by many viewers, is a heartwarming music-centered movie in which a struggling singer transforms a convent choir so dramatically that she gradually gains recognition from the townspeople and the convent community.

The film features numerous iconic songs, and among them, the most memorable is surely Hail Holy Queen, the first piece performed by the newly evolved choir.

Although it’s a traditional Christian hymn, this rendition is arranged with a decidedly groovy and lively vibe.

As a choral piece, some parts feature frequent improvisational embellishments, but the basic main melody is fairly easy to sing—so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Hold Me NowThompson Twins

Thompson Twins – Hold Me Now (Official Video) (4K Remaster)

Even today, you still occasionally hear this song in TV commercials and the like.

It was a hit for Thompson Twins in 1983.

The mixed-gender group—centered on Tom Bailey from London and featuring Alannah Currie and Joe Leeway—disbanded in 1993, but Tom Bailey visited Japan solo in 2014, performing their hits from back in the day live.

CrazyAlanis Morissette

Alanis Morissette – Crazy (Video)

When it comes to iconic female rockers of the ’90s, isn’t she the one who comes to mind? Born in 1974 and now in her 40s, her songs were even featured in the film The Devil Wears Prada.

With her massive success—including her album Jagged Little Pill being adapted for Broadway—why not take a cue from her and give her music a listen for a 40th birthday?

Back To BlackAmy Winehouse

Amy Winehouse – Back To Black

Amy Winehouse, a British singer-songwriter of soul, jazz, and R&B, was an immensely promising artist with a powerful voice, but she passed away in 2011 at the young age of 27.

Even so, her songs continue to delight us forever.