Six Songs to Empower Black Women and Celebrate Black Girl Magic

Black History Month and Black history itself are never complete without Black women who deserve to be celebrated. Nothing celebrates Black women like feel-good music that feeds the soul. So, for this Black History Month, here are six songs that celebrate Black women.

“Hello” by Aqyila

If you want to feel unconditionally loved and feminine, then “Hello” by viral sensation Aqyila is the perfect song for you. “Hello” is an ode to finding self-love and inner peace. Aqyila’s vocals in the song are soft and sultry, and her lyrics are passionate. “Hello” feels like a warm hug from a fluffy blanket.

“Live More and Love More” by Cat Burns

“Live More and Love More” by Cat Burns is the perfect song for casting away your anxieties about life and accomplishing your wildest dreams. She beautifully empowers you to become more confident and make the decisions required to change your life for the better.

“Brown Skin Girl” by Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, SAINt JHN, WizKid

Beyoncé is known for all the greatness that she exudes, and her song “Brown Skin Girl” is the epitome of such greatness. This song will never fail to exude Black Girl Magic and childhood nostalgia. In an era of dark-skinned people facing colorism, “Brown Skin Girl” gracefully manages to uplift Brown-skinned girls around the world and remind you all of your magnificence.

“On My Mama” by Victoria Monét

Victoria Monét created the perfect hype song with “On My Mama.” She confidently asserts her greatness while paying tribute to her mother and respecting her culture. This is the “It” song for the Black woman looking for music that can pick you up and remind you of your power.

“Gifted” by Koffee

If you’re looking for a boost from the islands, then this is the perfect song for you. Koffee is a Grammy-award-winning artist from Jamaica who makes music that feeds the soul. Her song “Gifted” depicts her self-affirmations of being not only gifted but also guarded. It is the perfect song for you if you are a Black woman who needs to be reminded of your worth.

“Angel” by Halle

Black hair and Black beauty are the focal points of Halle’s song “Angel” and it is glorious. She uplifts the natural features of Black women and girls while reminding them that they are angels. Halle’s vocals are also so beautiful that they may make you cry. If the little Black girl within you needs a little empowerment, then this song will assure her that she deserves love and everything good.

We hope you enjoy this roundup and curate your own playlists with these songs that are available on all streaming platforms.