Billboard Women in Music with Luísa Sonza, Newjeans, and more

Brazilian pop sensation Luísa Sonza, hailing from Rio Grande do Sul, has become a major force in music, celebrated for themes of female empowerment. Her third album, “Escândalo Íntimo,” produced in Los Angeles, features songs in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. She boasts 3B+ streams, 7 diamond discs, and global chart success. Notable singles include “CACHORRINHAS” and “MAMA.CITA.”

Maren Morris, from Arlington, Texas, blends country, pop, and R&B. Known for hits like "My Church" and "The Middle," she has collaborations with Zedd and Brandi Carlile. Her debut, Hero, topped country charts, and she won a Grammy for Best Country Solo Performance. Part of the supergroup The Highwomen, she continues to evolve creatively with releases like 2022's Humble Quest and her pop EPs.

Tems, a Nigerian singer and producer, is redefining the music scene with her unique fusion of alternative RnB and Neo soul. Known for her hit "Mr Rebel," she passionately advances Nigeria's alternative music culture.

Charli XCX, born in Cambridge, blends underground and mainstream pop, with hits like 'I Love It' and 'Fancy'. Her album ‘CRASH’ hit No.1 in the UK & Australia. Awarded at Variety Hitmakers and Ivor Novello, she's also notable in film music and has a BBC podcast.

Young Miko, born in Añasco, Puerto Rico, emerged from tattooing to music. Known for "105 Freestyle," "Riri," and "Trap Kitty," she topped charts with "Puerto Rico Mami." The first Puerto Rican solo artist on Spotify's Global Top 200 with "Lisa," she collaborated with stars like Feid and Bad Bunny. Named Billboard’s Latin Rookie of the Year, she headlined 46 shows in 17 countries, performed at Coachella, and won a Billboard Impact Award and a Premio Lo Nuestro for "Classy 101."