[Cool Female Vocals] Badass Women Singers Around the World [2026]
Female singers who are making their mark across a variety of genres—pop, R&B, hip-hop, rock—while showcasing their unique individuality.
In recent years especially, many hit songs by female singers have been charting around the world.
It’s fair to say that young talent is inheriting the path paved by their predecessors and expanding the possibilities even further.
This article highlights female singers you can’t go wrong watching—focusing especially on rising artists you should be listening to right now.
It’s also useful for keeping up with the latest trends, so be sure to discover a new favorite singer through this piece.
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Cool Female Vocals: The World’s Coolest Female Singers [2026] (41–50)
SnoozeSZA
SZA has become an indispensable figure when talking about R&B.
She self-released her first EP in 2012, and word of mouth spread, leading to her major-label debut in 2017.
Since then, she has achieved numerous milestones, including winning a Grammy and spending 10 consecutive weeks at No.
1 on the Billboard 200.
If you’re looking for a way to get to know her music, global hits like “Kill Bill” and “Snooze” are great places to start.
Her deeply resonant voice is truly soothing.
[Cool Female Vocals] The World’s Coolest Female Singers [2026] (51–60)
2002Anne-Marie
Anne-Marie is a female singer from the UK, known for her slightly husky vocals.
After being featured by Clean Bandit, she began attracting global attention.
She is a young singer who is highly regarded by pop artists around the world, including praise from Ed Sheeran.
BloomAqyila
Aqyila is an R&B artist from Toronto.
Catapulted into the spotlight by a viral hit on TikTok, she signed with Sony Music Canada.
Her music is rooted in R&B while blending elements of pop and soul, and it’s distinguished by melodic, island-inspired notes that reflect her Jamaican roots.
In 2024, she continued to gain recognition, earning two JUNO nominations for her EP For The Better.
Aqyila’s songs carry messages of sisterhood, positivity, and self-acceptance that deeply resonate with listeners.
Evoking emotional depth, her music is recommended for anyone looking to lighten the burdens on their own heart—or others’.
So Hot You’re Hurting My FeelingsCaroline Polachek
Caroline Polachek is an American musician born in 1985, known for her wide-ranging sound from electro-pop to indie electronica.
She debuted in 2008 as a member of the indie pop band Chairlift.
In 2019, she released her solo album Pang under her full name, earning high praise from critics.
Featuring standout collaborations with Danny L Harle, the album made numerous critics’ year-end best-of lists.
Often compared to Kate Bush and Tori Amos, her music spans from pop/rock to experimental ambient.
Highly recommended for those drawn to distinctive musical styles.
White MercedesCharli XCX
Charlie XCX is striking for her eccentric visuals.
Her somewhat boyish, languid singing style is distinctive.
Her music is mostly electropop, so there are plenty of easy-to-listen tracks.
She’s an artist I recommend for fans of dance tunes.
Boo’d UpElla Mai
Ella Mai, who is half Jamaican and half British.
Her mother is a jazz enthusiast, and it’s said that Ella Mai was named after Ella Fitzgerald.
Her genre is R&B, and her songs largely have a refined, European R&B feel with virtually none of the American flavor.
Wanna Be (feat. Megan Thee Stallion)GloRilla
GloRilla is a rapper from Memphis.
She shot into the spotlight with a 2022 track and achieved the remarkable feat of being nominated for a Grammy.
Known for anthems centered on women’s independence, she incorporates a range of styles including contemporary rap and trap.
After signing with Yo Gotti’s label, she made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 and has been on a remarkable rise.
Her distinctive style blends the musicality she cultivated in church from a young age with influences from Memphis’s local hip-hop scene, capturing the hearts of many.
With a striking individuality and powerful lyrics, she’s the perfect artist for anyone who wants to stay true to themselves.