All music is art, but sometimes an artist writes or sings a line that is pure poetry. So who are the female artists whose music is pure poetry?
These are the type of songs that you listen to as a writer and think, “I wish I had thought of that line!”
I’ve put together a list of a few female artists/bands with lead female vocalists whose songs are poetry, who string words together in beautiful lines that can speak to any woman’s soul. Here they are - the female artists whose music is pure poetry.
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1. Adele
“When the world feels so cruel, and your heart makes you feel like a fool, I will be, I will be, your remedy.” - Remedy
2. Halestorm
“Put your lighter in the air and lead me back home.” - Break In
Frequently asked questions
Oh, there are quite a few! Artists like Joni Mitchell, Patti Smith, and the incredible Fiona Apple are just some examples. Their lyrics read like beautiful poetry.
Well, many female artists pour their hearts into their lyrics. The way they use words to express emotion, tell stories, and paint pictures is very poetic. It’s like reading a poem with a melody.
Absolutely! Some famous ones include Leonard Cohen, Tracy Chapman, and Florence Welch from Florence + The Machine. Their songs are as thought-provoking as any poem.
Great question! While poets primarily write text, song artists combine poetry with melody. So, you get the best of both worlds - captivating words and enchanting music!
If you love deep, meaningful lyrics, then poet-singers are perfect for you. Their songs make you think, feel, and maybe even see the world from a new perspective. It’s like getting a soul and mind massage!
3. Halsey
“You were a vision in the morning when the light came through. I know I’ve only felt religion when I’ve lied with you.” - Colors
4. Icon for Hire
“Tryna make my misery just a piece of my history, a little less victim a little more victory.” - Happy Hurts
5. Zella Day
“Woven in the fabric of your tapestry, cover me in honeysuckle memories. Compass point you home, calling out from the east, compass points you anywhere, closer to me.” - Compass
6. Kesha
“You brought the flames and you put me through hell, I had to learn how to fight for myself, and we both know all the truth I could tell, I’ll just say this. I wish you farewell. I hope you’re somewhere praying, praying, I hope your soul is changing, changing.” - Praying
7. Little Mix
“Am I still not good enough? Am I still not worth that much? I’m sorry for the way my life turned out, sorry for the smile I’m wearing now. Guess I’m still not good enough.” - Good Enough
