Recommended Western music for women in their 30s: world classics and popular songs

All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

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

This song has become such a Christmas classic that there are probably few people who haven’t heard it.

I think it’s a track that can bring people together across generations.

If it’s winter, it’s definitely one of the foreign songs you’ll want to sing.

Don’t worry about your vocal skills—just have fun with it to the fullest.

Easy On MeAdele

Adele – Easy On Me (Official Video)

Adele, the British singer known for her deep emotions and powerful vocals, released a song that symbolizes a turning point in her life as the lead single from her album “30” in October 2021.

Beginning with a gentle piano melody and gradually building in emotion, this moving ballad reflects on the turmoil following her divorce and her feelings for her son.

Looking back on the version of herself who was “still a child,” Adele sings with apologies and love for her son.

With lyrics and vocals that stir many hearts, the song dominated charts around the world.

It’s a track that quietly stays by your side when facing heartbreak or standing at a crossroads in life.

Carry OnNorah Jones

Norah Jones – Carry On

Norah Jones is an American jazz singer and jazz pianist.

Her nostalgic, self-accompanied performances and her voice captivate listeners.

Many women listen to her when going through a heartbreak, and she is especially popular among women in their 30s and 40s.

Make You Feel My LoveAdele

Adele – Make You Feel My Love (Official Video)

As of 2018, it’s fair to say the most popular singer is Adele, with “Make You Feel My Love.” She sings tenderly and gently about a woman in love.

You can almost picture a woman sighing as she thinks of the man she loves, pining away in her infatuation.

Her remarkable vocal ability and expressive power are truly overwhelming.

Run the World (Girls)Beyoncé

Beyoncé – Run the World (Girls) (Official Video)

The song released in 2011 by American global singer Beyoncé is the ultimate anthem that powerfully celebrates women’s empowerment.

Its lyrics answer the question “Who runs the world?” with a resounding “Girls!”, expressing the limitless potential women possess in every aspect of life—work, love, and beyond.

Featured on the album 4, the track premiered on radio in April and stands out with its dynamic fusion of electropop and R&B.

It’s a song that will inspire courage and confidence for anyone feeling uncertain before a new challenge or losing faith in themselves.

The CureLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – The Cure (Official Audio)

Lady Gaga is from New York, USA, and is acclaimed worldwide not only for her vocal ability but also for her avant-garde fashion and provocative performances.

She is also known as a Japanophile; after the Great East Japan Earthquake, she made bracelets printed with “WE PRAY FOR JAPAN” and donated all the proceeds.

Super BassNicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj – Super Bass (Official Video)

She is a hugely popular female rapper in the United States and is often called the second Lady Gaga.

Her music features fast-paced raps and catchy melodies that become addictive after just one listen.

Her eccentric fashion sense has also earned strong support from women.