15 Best 80s Rock Songs by Female Artists ...

15 Best 80s Rock Songs by Female Artists ...
By Mariana • Nov 15, 2023 • MD

How do you even choose the best 80s rock songs by females?

It’s time to tease our manes and bring out the electric guitars because we’re going to be travelling through time into the greatest decade of all. Everything from style to movies to television from this time deserves its own list, but we’ll be focusing on music for now, more specifically, rock music. Even more specifically, rock music by talented, iconic ladies who truly made the genre, whether through power ballads, heavy metal anthems, or pop rock tunes. These are the best 80s rock songs by females.

1. Walk like an Egyptian – the Bangles (1986)

2. Heaven is a Place on Earth – Belinda Carlisle (1987)

3. Alone – Heart (1987)

4. Total Eclipse of the Heart – Bonnie Tyler (1983)

From the empowering lyrics to the uplifting melodies, Switchfoot has a knack for creating music that speaks to the soul. Women from all walks of life should not miss to listen to these amazing Switchfoot hits that are sure to provide an inspiring soundtrack to their daily lives. Embrace your unique journey with Switchfoot's empowering tune playing in the background.

5. If I Could Turn Back Time – Cher (1989)

6. All We Are – Warlock (1987)

7. Edge of Seventeen – Stevie Nicks (1982)

8. I Love Rock ‘N Roll – Joan Jett & the Blackhearts (1982)

9. I Hate Myself for Loving You – Joan Jett & the Blackhearts (1988)

Yes, Joan gets two entries because let’s face it, she rules.

10. Bette Davis Eyes – Kim Carnes (1981)

11. Voices Carry – ‘Til Tuesday – (1985)

12. 99 Red Balloons – Nena (1984)

13. Love is a Battlefield – Pat Benatar (1983)

14. We Don’t Need Another Hero – Tina Turner (1985)

15. Kiss Me Deadly – Lita Ford (1988)

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  • Layla

    2022-05-11T20:37:46.134Z

    #1 song! Loved the 80's! Remember girls?
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