[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] (51–60)
HonestHighlyy
Highlyy is known for her Afrobeat-based sound and lyrics that weave together English, French, and Pidgin (Yoruba).
She released her debut single “Solider” in 2023, achieving the remarkable milestone of over 640,000 streams.
Though just 19, she captivates listeners with songs that carry messages of self-belief and cheerfulness.
Her debut EP “+243” is slated for release in November 2023, and her future success is highly anticipated.
Blending African traditions with Afropop, her music is perfect for listeners seeking a fresh musical landscape.
Slide AwayMiley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus, the daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, is often in the gossip magazines, so many of you may already know her.
She’s also known as a philanthropist and is involved in numerous charitable activities.
She has a husky voice and, contrary to her appearance, is known for her cool singing style.
FSUMimi Barks
Hailing from Germany, Mimi Barks has been drawing attention with her distinctive style “Doom Trap,” which fuses metal and hip-hop.
After honing her craft in Berlin’s techno scene, she created a sound that combines raspy-voiced rap with metal.
In 2022, she released the mixtape DEADGIRL and won “The Disrupter” award at the Kerrang! Awards.
She has also earned support from the BBC and Kerrang! Radio.
Her music, characterized by deeply resonant messaging, reflects a journey from self-destruction to self-rediscovery.
Placing a strong emphasis on creative control, Mimi Barks is deeply involved in visual art and photography as part of her music-making.
Her boundary-defying approach is highly recommended for music fans seeking something fresh and electrifying.
Lose You To Love MeSelena Gomez
Selena Gomez has remained at the forefront of the scene since her teenage years.
She’s a highly recognized international artist in Japan as well, so many of you are probably familiar with her.
While her private image may come across as serious, she’s decidedly cool in her music.
[Cool Female Vocals] The World's Coolest Female Singers [2026] (61–70)
SOLOJENNIE
Jennie, a former member of the Korean idol group BLACKPINK, studied abroad in New Zealand.
As a result, she frequently uses vocal techniques commonly found in New Zealand pop music.
Even after her solo debut, she remains a singer who retains the cuteness of an idol.
MotivationNormani
Normani Kordei, a former member of the popular girl group Fifth Harmony, first gained popularity from an audition show and is highly praised for her dancing.
Many of her songs are party tunes, making her a recommended singer for those who enjoy fun, upbeat music.
no tears left to cryAriana Grande
She is a singer-songwriter and actress from the United States.
Her powerful voice, emanating from her petite frame, evokes Mariah Carey and has even earned her the label “the next Mariah.” A known Japanophile, she delights fans by posting messages in Japanese on her Twitter.
In conclusion
How was it? Were you able to find a female vocalist you like? I avoided the obvious classics from a decade ago and focused on artists who are steadily rising to prominence.
I did include Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift, since they’ve been consistently active and popular for a long time.
If you’ve found a favorite musician, be sure to check out their other songs too!