Women in Music
Featuring music by the finest female artists from around the world. Celebrating and raising public awareness of women's work in all types of music.
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Bands with Frontwomen
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For the young and the young at heart
Back in the Day
Featured Artist
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Susan Boyle
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Saturday April 11, 2009 was the first show in the latest season of Britain's Got Talent. That was when viewers first met Susan Boyle. Not living in the UK myself, I hadn't seen the show until the 14th. And I never would have had I not seen a link to...
And now, introducing...
Check out these artists you may not have heard of...yet.
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Jo Beth Henderson is ... Bellafeather
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"Progressive Folk Art Rock" with influences in jazz, folk rock, classical, and the avant-garde. A bleeding edge approach to composing resulting in an experience appealing to true music aficionados. Ambitious lyrical themes and melodic, harmonic, and...
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Nedra Johnson
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Nedra Johnson is a singer/songwriter multi-instrumentalist born & living in New York City. Her unique style of guitar playing is unmistakably informed by her many years as a professional bassist and keeps her live solo acoustic performances more...
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Oleta Adams
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"When the music is so good that it makes you swoon; when the lyrics are so real that they make you cry; when the voice is so rich and so passionate that all you can do is wave your hands, close your eyes and shake your head, you know it's Oleta....
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The Music of Diana Krall
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Diana Krall was born into a musical family in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. She began learning the piano at age four. During her youth the family moved to Vancouver. In high school, she started playing in a small jazz group. At the age of fiftee...
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Laura Cantrell
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Laura Cantrell is a country singer, originally from Nashville, Tennessee. She has released three albums to date - each a mixture of original material by herself and friends as well as older country songs. The late British DJ John Peel was largely...
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Hayley Westenra
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Hayley Westenra is a New Zealand crossover singer whose repertoire ranges from light classical to pop. Her singing talent was first noticed by her teachers when she was selected to take the lead role in a school musical, and by the time she was 11 s...
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Marie Digby Pictures Gallery - Famous Youtube Female Singer Biography | Marie Digby MP3
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Marie Digby is a very talented singer and song writer. Marie Digby achieves sudden fame by way of Internet and you can call her Youtube singing sensation. It seems now a lot of people are crazy about her. I believe if she manage to get good songs tha...
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Melinda Doolittle
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This lens is all about Melinda Doolittle. She is a singer that made it to third place in American Idol. Before she tried out for American Idol she was a back up singer. (She came a long way!) Anway I hope you enjoy my lens. Feel free to l...
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Loreena McKennitt, a musical traveler.
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Loreena has been following the Celts in their many, many wanderings for years. She began with Ireland and its rich heritage, but moved on much, much further. She found out about Galicia, in Spain, where the Celts also dwelt long ago. In Spain you fin...
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Fiddler on the Squidler
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Jewish master-pieces recorded by exceptional hungarian violinist, Orsolya Korcsolan. The album contains unique pieces of jewish music for violin and piano. Fifteen tracks of jewlicious dances, yiddish songs, arranged liturgical music and prayer melo...
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Billy the Kid Moves On
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Without exaggeration, Billy The Kid is THE coolest person I've ever met! Now you may be thinking, "Well, Susan doesn't get out much." But, watch these Billy the Kid MSN documentary videos and you'll understand why I am heartbroken that Billy The K...
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Youtube Singing Sensation - Famous Youtube Female Singer | Female Artist Singer Sensation
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Internet sensation! What? Ya! Who would ever thought that someday fame or sensation is something that could be earned in such a quick and easy way. Something with values and put in a certain way that satisfy the needs of the majority could create som...
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Laura Cantrell
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Laura Cantrell is a country singer, originally from Nashville, Tennessee. She has released three albums to date - each a mixture of original material by herself and friends as well as older country songs. The late British DJ John Peel was largely...
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Karen Overton
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This Lens is all about Karen Overton! Who is she? Will we hear more from her? Do you know her? If you don't, then I hope to open your eyes for this! As a matter af fact, when I started editing this lens I knew very little about Karen Overton, but this...
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Amanda Duncan, percussionist
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Amanda Duncan is a freelance percussionist based in the Los Angeles area. She's currently working on her bachelor of music degree at California State University Long Beach. In addition to giving private instruction on percussion, she...
Well known artists
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Joni Mitchell
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Joni Mitchell, (born Roberta Joan Anderson on November 7, 1943, in Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada), is a legendary musician and painter. Initially working in Toronto and western Canada, she was associated with the burgeoning folk music scene of the mi...
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Liz Phair
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So you want to know more about Liz Phair, the alternative/indie rock goddess? Well, you've come to the right place! Here you'll find her bio, albums, photos, videos, and lots more! Don't forget to rate this lens! (5 stars is best :)
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Gwen Stefani
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Gwen Stefani makes great music. From her days in No Doubt to her solo career she has always been in the top of the charts. THis lens is about her and her music.
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Melissa Etheridge
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Melissa Etheridge is many things - an accomplished singer-songwriter, a Grammy and Oscar winner, a gay activist, a lesbian mom, and a breast cancer survivor. Her music is a reflection of her life and our times. Life, love and politics...
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Reba McEntire
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Reba McEntire is an American country singer. Her recently released new album 'Reba Duets' is again a great production, it's climbing the charts very fast! Her Reba McEntire with Kelly Clarkson - 2 Worlds 2 Voices Tour 2008 is a great success. If you...
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Aimee Mann
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American Aimee Mann has had an award-winning career in rock and pop music. Perhaps best known for her work in the 1980s, Mann's fiercely independent attitude towards her singing and songwriting has distinguished her amongst her piers.
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Toni Braxton - Singer
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Toni Braxton has sold a heck of a lot of records, her biggest being Unbreak My Heart. Toni appeared in season 7 of Dancing with the Stars. Her partner was Alec Mazo, who won in the first season with Kelly Monaco. They were voted off in week 5. Get...
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The Emmylou Harris Concert
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Several years back my friend, Ellen and I went to a Lilith Concert. It was at the local outdoor pavillion, not something I usually do. I don't mind sitting on the grass, but not being able to find my place when I return from the bathroom and only jus...
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Britney Spears - Singer and Spectacle
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See below for Britney's Womanizer video! Britney Spears has been in the business for a long time. She has now reached a different level of scrutiny than ever seen before - and a lot of it her fault. We're not any different either! News, informatio...
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Enya, a truly unique musician and singer.
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Enya is one of the most mysterious women of the music world. The way she protects her privacy and stays apart from the 'rich and famous' scene makes her a truly unique artist. Her music draws its origins in celtic traditions; and whether it is c...
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Kylie Minogue
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The little Aussie and great pop idol. Kylie has had a glittering career and she continues to make great music.
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Belinda Carlisle
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Belinda Carlisle is the lead singer and one of the founding members of The Go-Go's, which is one of the most successful all-female bands in music history. After her Go-Go's days, Carlisle would go on to score six top-thirty singles and three top-fort...
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Donna Summer - The Original Disco Diva?
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Donna Summer is a singer who was one of the dominant acts in disco in the seventies and eighties. Get the latest news and information on Donna.
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Paula Abdul
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Welcome to my lens on Paula Abdul! Paula is a Grammy Award winning singer and dancer , and now she is a judge on American Idol. Paula used to be a cheerleader for the Los Angeles Lakers NBA basketball team. You can learn more about...
All Female Groups
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Lacuna Coil
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One of the things that I love about my husband is that he is always turning me on to great music. A few years ago he introduced me to Lacuna Coil and I was instantly smitten. Cristina and Andrea's beautiful vocals and the band's melodies combi...
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Indigo Girls
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The Indigo Girls are Emily Saliers and Amy Ray. They are singers, songwriters, musicians, and political activists. They are extremely intelligent women who have worked hard for causes such as gay rights, the rights of Native Americans, and the enviro...
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The Bangles
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Without question, The Bangles have been one of the most successful all-female bands ever. With four different singles to peak at either number one or two in the Billboard top 100, The Bangles have assured themselves a lofty place in American music hi...
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The Go-Go's
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Born from the Los Angeles, California punk rock scene in the late 1970s, The Go-Go's rose from a all-female novelty act to a band of significant historical importance. In the 1980s, The Go-Go's established themselves as a major piece of the musical l...
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Dixie Chicks
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The Dixie Chicks are the highest selling female group in history. In 2007, they swept the Grammys, winning five awards, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year, as well as Best Country Album and Best Country Performance b...
Bands with Frontwomen
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Evanescence
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Evanescence is a hard hitting rock band that started out with their debut album Fallen. Since then they have sold over 14 million records world wide.
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Yeah Yeah Yeahs
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Welcome to the one-stop shop for the indie/garage punk band Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Here you'll find bios, links, photos, videos, albums, you name it! If you like this lens, don't forget to rate please!
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Epica
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Epica is a metal masterpiece from the Netherlands. The combination of Simone Simon's angelic mezzo-soprano vocals and Mark Jansen's intensely masculine vocals are simply unforgettable. Add to this the amazing musical talents of Ad Sluijte...
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After Forever
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Hailing from The Netherlands, After Forever was part of a wave of excellent symphonic, sometimes "gothic", metal music that continues to gain popularity. Floor Jansen led the group with her powerful and soaring soprano vocals. Sander...
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Within Temptation
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The music of Within Temptation is beautiful and dark while the voice of Sharon den Adel is haunting. Definitely have a listen, if you have not already experienced this band.
Festivals
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Lilith Fair
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Lilith Fair was a music festival started by Sarah McLachlan to celebrate women in music. The festival traveled across the United States and Canada during the summers of 1997, 1998 and 1999. $1 for each ticket sold went to a women's charity in the are...
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Michigan Womyn's Music Festival
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Each year, for one week in August, thousands of womyn gather in the woods of Michigan for a spectacular celebration of womyn’s music and culture. I’m talking about the Michigan Womyn’s Music Festival, called MichFest by some an...
Lots of Ladies
These lenses feature more than one artist.
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Female Musicians
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We are working on getting all female bands together on one page. If you are missing one, please let us know. Right now we are still working on adding from the letter D.
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Fantastic Female Voices
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This lens is dedicated to the fantastic female vocalists in Progressive, Rock, and Metal Music. They create music that is both heavy and beautiful at the same time. This lens, like the rest of the Internet is a work in progress. Please vi...
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chick singer songwriters
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This is my personal collection of favorite female singer songwriters. Recently added: Carrie Rodriguez, A Christmas Plexo, Grace of my Heart, Jazz collection, Kylie, PrarieHomeCompanion, The country gals collection and an update on Keri Noble. Thanks f...
For the young and the young at heart
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Jordan Pruitt
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You might not know her name yet, but if you have kids who are into all things Disney chances are you have heard her voice. She has songs in Disney Channel movies Read It and Weep, and Jump In. Jordan's also been an opening act for The Jonas Brothers...
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Hannah Montana
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Hannah Montana-- Disney Channel's huge multi-media hit! Miley Stewart is a regular high-school girl leading a double life as a famous pop star! The rest of the characters follow the familiar Disney channel formula: cool (yet not always cool) pa...
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Miley Cyrus : Hannah Montana
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I’m sure you’ve heard of Hannah Montana by now. She is an idol of young girls in the United States and around the world. If, for some reason, you aren’t familiar with her, Hannah is a character played by the talented Miley Cyrus,...
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Lip Gloss by Lil Mama
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Cheetah Girls
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The Cheetah Girls are Adrienne Bailon (Chanel), Kelly Williams (Aquanetta), and Sabrina Bryan (Dorinda), and in the first two movies Raven-Symone (Galleria). They are a pop group created by Disney. The concept came from a series of books, written by...
Back in the Day
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Marilyn Monroe: Icon of an Era
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Marilyn Monroe (1926-1962) was an actress, singer, and model. Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, she was destined for fame. Marilyn was married to Joe DiMaggio and Arthur Miller, and allegedly had affairs with President John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, a...
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Betty Davis: Undisputed '70s Queen of Funk
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Want to better understand the deep persona of this legendary, feminist funk-mommie? Well, you'll know Betty Davis was one gorgeous, badass "trick" if you view her '70s antics through the lens of today's drama queens... Imagi...
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Nina Simone
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Billie Holiday
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The Runaways - Pioneers for the Ladies of Rock and Roll
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The Runaways roared out of California in 1976 with a passion for rock and roll and a load of undeniable talent. A group of teenage rock stars with plenty of attitude, they helped pave the way for future female rockers and created cult icons for more...
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June Carter
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June Carter or June Carter Cash was a phenomenal country music singer. June Carter was married to Johnny Cash, another great country music singer. June Carter was loved by all those who ever heard her music. She, too, is a legend! You can find June...
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Peggy Lee
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June Christy
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The Dory Previn Concert: Lyrics, Stories and Melody
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I first discovered Dory Previn at a time in my life when I was rediscovering myself. Her songs were perfect for the task. They bring up new ways of looking at old things, and subjects that people didn't look at at all. They were sad enough to allow...
Lyrics Lenses
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The Pierces: Sticks and Stones Lyrics
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Hey, domino, I am stopping you from falling One, two, three Don't you dare go down Hey, waterfall, Oh, can you hear me calling? Three, two, one Don't you dare touch the ground I'm the one you want(x4) Sticks and stones will break your bones And le...
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Rihanna: Umbrella - Lyrics and Video
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Uh huh, uh huh Chyeah Rihanna Good girl gone bad Take three Action Ho No clouds in my stones Let it rain I hide your plane in the bank When we're coming down in the Dow Jones When the clouds come we gone We Rockafella, we fly higher than weather In...
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Yael Naim: New Soul Lyrics
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I'm a new soul I came to this strange world Hoping I could learn a bit 'bout how to give and take But since I came here, felt the joy and the fear Finding myself making every possible mistake La-la-la, la, la-la... La-la-la, la, la-la... See I...
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Pink: Who Knew Lyrics
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You took my hand You showed me how You promised me you'd be around Uh huh That's right I took your words And I believed In everything You said to me Yeah huh That's right If someone said three years from now You'd be long gone I'd stand up and...
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Jordan Pruitt: One Love Lyrics
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Something 'bout the way you move when you move That I love, love, love Something 'bout the way you talk when you talk That I can't get enough Oh, the way you say it's a beautiful day When the rain comes down, down, down And I don't care if we d...
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Posted February 28, 2009
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Thanks for accepting Joan Armatrading. I see a lot of good lens in this group to explore.
Posted December 31, 2008
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Christene--thanks so much for including my video showcases in your great group! I sure do appreciate it ... here's to GIRL POWER! ;-)
Posted November 17, 2007
xtnshun wrote...
For some reason I've always preferred woman singers to men. My music teacher in high school claimed that men "naturally" had better voices than women - a load of nonsense of course.
Keep up the good work and look for more lenses from me!
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Posted August 05, 2007
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Great job. One of my favorite female groups is Puffy AmiYumi. I like Gwen Stefani also so it was amusing when Puffy had a lyric "We ain't to Harujuku girls!" in their song "Call Me What You Like"
Posted July 05, 2007
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Hi, Folk Singer Rachel McCartney has four new
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Posted July 03, 2007
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The Runaways/Queens of Noise
This is the double CD set of albums produced by Ki more...0 points
Women in Music DVDs
Hannah Montana, Vol. 1 - Livin' the Rock Star Life
Put your hands together, y'all, for the hottest te more...2 points
Live at Bearsville Theater
Dar Williams' first live concert DVD, filmed at Wo more...1 point
Avril Lavigne - My World (DVD & CD)
Avril Like She's Never Been Seen Before! Avril is more...0 points
The Silent Force Tour
Ths 2 DVD package showcases their amazing live pre more...0 points
Joan Jett and the Blackhearts - Live!
The late 1970s and early 1980s saw the rise of but more...0 points
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