When thinking of the female artists to add to the list, I first thought of a bunch of them that play instruments or create music without vocals. But I suppose that is for another post or comment ;)
Not sure if I have a crush on many of the female singers with beautiful voices, but if any, I would say at least Withney Houston joins this exclusive club. As well as Lana Del Rey. Third but not last, Róisín Murphy.
You are so right about the struggles of females in this male-dominated society. I do hope it's getting better for women these days. Just yesterday I was watching this mini-series 'Rule of the Game' about a family business in which the females just had to accept any behaviour of the male-dominated management. This a fresh reminder again regarding this topic. Also, the amount of incidents my female friends have to deal with when they go out to bars, clubs or festivals, is staggering. Though I hoped these types of incidents is lowered over the years, it doesn't seem like it.
It's difficult to imagine what it must be like for women in a society dominated by men although I get some idea from my partner who has experienced some unpleasantness. Men really can be pigs...not all though, there's many good ones and they need to set an example to be followed. You list three excellent female artists, two of which I know well and the third I'll learn about over time.
Thanks for commenting, I appreciate it, and hope you're well.