From Suffragettes to Taylor Swift: The Feminist History of Protest Songs

A Multi-Part Series

Music has always been more than entertainment—it’s a rallying cry, a call to action, and a means of amplifying voices that might otherwise go unheard. Women have used music for generations to unite, inspire, and challenge the status quo. From suffragettes marching to anthems of equality to TikTok’s viral feminist rage tracks, protest songs have been essential in fighting gender justice.

This six-part paid series, From Suffragettes to Taylor Swift: The Feminist History of Protest Songs will take you on a journey through the history of feminist music. Each installment dives deep into a different era, exploring how women used their voices and songs to resist oppression, celebrate empowerment, and demand change.

This series isn’t just about the music—it’s about the movements these songs fueled, the stories they told, and the power they continue to hold today. Whether you’re a history fan, a music lover, or someone ready to dive deeper into the feminist fight, this series will give you a richer understanding of how women have used music to change the world.

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We’ll kick off part one of the series in January with an article on the birth of feminist anthems during the suffrage and temperance movements.