sad
20 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making sad. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole sad guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making sad?
Jess Benko, Monk, Lia Marie Johnson, Black Sea Dahu, Sleepovers, and s ᴀ ᴛ ᴀ ɴ в ᴇ ᴀ ᴛ are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/sad/girls lists 20, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making sad?
Further out, try Monk, Black Sea Dahu, and RIProducer.
Where should I start with sad?
Start with Lia Marie Johnson, then work your way out a level at a time.
where does your own listening sit? map your taste ✦
artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-22
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