girl band

All-women musical act

A girl band is a pop music group composed entirely of young women, typically featuring choreographed performances and vocal harmonies rather than members playing instruments.

The term emerged in the 1990s with acts like the Spice Girls and Destiny's Child: Every girl band needs a distinct personality for each member.

Compare boy band.

Related
  • albumUnified collection of recordings
  • tourPlanned multi-destination journey
  • sold outNo inventory remains
  • vocalsSung musical parts
  • popFizzy drink, regionally

pop star · sisterhood · singer · harmonies · empowerment · group · fanbase · fan club · teen idol · chorus · music video · stage · matching outfits · choreography · dance routines · ensemble · anthem · quartet

Categories
Opposites
gender composition

girl bandboy band

Male vocal pop ensemble

barbershop quartet · men's chorus · men's choir

group vs solo

girl bandsolo artist

Performer working independently

diva · singer-songwriter

musical style/authenticity

girl bandrock band

Musicians performing amplified guitar music

indie band · garage band · jam band · singer-songwriter

Family

band, girl, girls, banded, bands, girlish, banding, girlishly, bandleader

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G