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

WalkFoo Fighters

Foo Fighters. Walk.

It’s a cool song about how, despite everything life throws at you, you decide to be honest with yourself, try doing what you love, and start walking forward on your own two feet again.

The shouted parts in the chorus feel incredibly cathartic and are just wonderful.

It’s one of the greatest of the greats among Foo Fighters’ songs.

Don’t Know WhyNorah Jones

Norah Jones – Don’t Know Why

Norah Jones is an American jazz singer who accompanies herself on piano.

This song is also included on the album “Come Away With Me.” It sings of regretting choosing to break up with him, even though she made that decision herself.

Her whisper-like, translucent voice is wonderful.

I dreamed a dreamSuzan Boyle

SUSAN BOYLE “I DREAMED A DREAM” BRITAINS GOT TALENT 2009 (SINGER) (HD)

Susan Boyle is a British singer who became recognized worldwide overnight when she sang on a popular TV show at the age of 47.

A late-blooming artist, she can only be admired for achieving her dream at that age.

Her warm voice captivates every listener and never lets go.

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

This song titled “We’re Absolutely Never Getting Back Together.” It’s a breakup song about losing patience with an indecisive boyfriend, and the scenes it describes are so realistic that they’re actually endearing.

The clear, transparent vocals pair beautifully with the acoustic guitar.

With Or Without YouU2

U2 – With Or Without You (U2 At The BBC)

There seem to be various interpretations of this song, but to me it feels like the inner conflict and anguish we face when making choices in life.

Like loving someone but not being able to be together.

It might be Bono’s cry about living with his own contradictions.

Like A PrayerMadonna

Madonna – Like A Prayer (Official Video)

This is an uplifting anthem by Madonna, whose masterful pop skills and exquisitely dance-like sound create a dazzling, high-energy track.

Its fresh, feel-good vibe makes it perfect for karaoke and especially approachable for women in their 30s.

Family AffairMary J Blige

Mary J. Blige – Family Affair (Official Music Video)

This is an uplifting anthem by Mary J.

Blige, a popular artist known for her strongly black music–influenced style that epitomizes 90s R&B.

With its rousing energy, it’s the kind of song you’ll want to sing at karaoke, and it feels approachable for women in their 30s.