March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate, we’ll highlight some musical pioneers across genres. Today, it’s time to spotlight some singer/songwriters who helped pave the way.

Singer/songwriters can span multiple genres. So, from Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, to Kate Bush and Joni Mitchell, today let’s create a playlist full of spectacular songsmiths.

So, for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from women and femme singer/songwriters would you like to hear

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Kate Bush- The Woman's Work
Joni Mitchell- Blue
Mitski- Nobody
Loretta Lynn- Don't Come Home A'Drinkin' (With Lovin' on Your Mind)
Ani DiFranco- Not a Pretty Girl
Dolly Parton- Coat of Many Colors
Adrianne Lenker- Free Treasure
Carole King (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman