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

You Belong With MeTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – You Belong With Me

Taylor Swift is an American singer with an overwhelmingly large female fanbase.

The song I’m introducing is from the period when Taylor was pursuing a country style.

It has a beautiful melody and vocals, and it’s a highly recommended, soothing track to listen to.

Crazy in LoveBeyoncé

Beyoncé – Crazy In Love ft. JAY Z

Beyoncé, whose powerful vocals have earned her worldwide popularity.

Released in July 2003, when she transitioned from Destiny’s Child to a solo career, this song portrays a passionate woman who is so head-over-heels in love that she doesn’t care what others say.

Its sound blends brass sampled from the Chi-Lites with a go-go-inspired beat, guaranteed to ignite both clubs and live shows.

It also topped the charts in the U.S.

and the U.K.

simultaneously.

A perfect track for expressing the full intensity of being in love.

We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

Released as a single in August 2012, this track served as the lead single from the album Red.

Inspired by the experience of an ex-boyfriend repeatedly asking to get back together, the song declares, “We are never ever getting back together,” and its catchy electropop and dance sound marked a bold shift from country to pop.

In Japan, it was used as the opening theme for the reality show Terrace House: Boys × Girls Next Door, becoming a tune that stuck with many viewers.

Despite its upbeat melody, the song carries a strong determination to firmly end a relationship, making it perfect for those who’ve gone through a breakup or want to take a fresh step forward.

RoarKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Roar

She’s a pop queen from the United States.

Her songs portray her true self without hiding anything, so her relatable lyrics and authentic personality—without trying to appear perfect—are loved by fans.

Many of her songs have a feel-good, uplifting vibe.

You Don’t Know My NameAlicia Keys

Alicia Keys – You Don’t Know My Name (Official HD Video)

Alicia Keys’s singing voice is soulful and deeply moving.

When she does a piano-and-vocal performance with her husky, melancholic tone, it’s truly breathtaking.

She also writes and composes her own songs, making her a highly recommended artist for anyone who wants to listen to soul music.

HelloAdele

Adele – Hello (Official Music Video)

Adele is a globally acclaimed singer representing the UK and a Grammy Award winner.

Her greatest appeal is, without a doubt, her vocal prowess.

Her lyrics also contain many elements that resonate with women.

I recommend listening to her songs while reading the Japanese-to-English translation.

Starboy ft. Daft PunkThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – Starboy ft. Daft Punk (Official Video) ft. Daft Punk

The Weeknd is an R&B singer from Scarborough, Canada.

In 2010, despite being unknown, the songs he posted on the internet drew attention and made him widely known.

His sensual voice and mysterious music captivate listeners.