Greatest Songs by Women, for Women

On a lighter and more entertaining note... Ladies, if you're looking for something to make you feel like the special gem that you are, this one's for you. I should note first that there are countless songs written about women. Whether it's about falling in love, getting heart-broken or looking for a one-night stand, people have found inspiration for great music through their experiences with women. While in the office, we thought hard for songs by Kenyan artists, more specifically male artists, that empower women. That list was not long, which was surprising... Do Kenyan male artists really empower women through their music? Anyway, here are the 8 Greatest songs by women or for women...

• Run The World by Beyonce

My persuasion can build a nation Endless power, with our love we can devour

• Respect by Aretha Franklin

I'm about to give you all of my money And all I'm askin' in return, honey R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out what it means to me

• Unpretty by TLC

But if you can't look inside you Find out who am I too Be in the position to make me feel So damn unpretty I'll make you feel unpretty too

• You Gotta Be by Des'ree

You gotta be bad, you gotta be bold, you gotta be wiser You gotta be hard, you gotta be tough, you gotta be stronger You gotta be cool, you gotta be calm, you gotta stay together

• Girl On Fire by Alicia Keys

She's just a girl and she's on fire Hotter than a fantasy, lonely like a highway

• Sitishiki by Wahu

sitishiki sizubai hizo hela zako hazitishi sitishiki sizubai hizo hela zako hazi

• She Got It by Stella Mwangi

Tell me bout a girl who you know flyer Tell me bout a girl who got more fire I know one I'll pass that by ya Me! If it ain't you a liar liar Cause your pants on fire

• Selina by Erick Wainaina

Selina Nyambok, you’re so beautiful Sitamruhusu akuchape [polldaddy poll=9338208]