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

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)

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are some famous female rock artists from the 80s?
Famous female rock artists from the 80s include Pat Benatar, Joan Jett, Stevie Nicks, Ann Wilson of Heart, and Debbie Harry of Blondie.
Can you name a popular 80s rock song by a female artist?
One popular 80s rock song by a female artist is 'Hit Me With Your Best Shot' by Pat Benatar.
What makes rock songs from the 80s by female artists special?
Rock songs from the 80s by female artists are special because they broke new ground in a male-dominated genre, bringing powerful vocals and unique perspectives to rock music.
Did female rock artists of the 80s receive any awards?
Yes, many female rock artists of the 80s received awards for their work, including Grammy Awards, MTV Video Music Awards, and accolades from various music industry organizations.
Are there any 80s rock songs by female artists that were particularly influential?
Yes, songs like 'Like a Virgin' by Madonna, 'I Love Rock 'n' Roll' by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, and 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' by Bonnie Tyler were particularly influential and are still widely recognized today.
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