What makes She Works Hard for the Money by Donna Summer notable?

The title track, 'She Works Hard for the Money,' became an anthem for working women and reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album was well-received by critics, reinforcing Summer's place in the evolving pop landscape, even as disco faced declining popularity during this era. Released on June 13, 1983, 'She Works Hard for the Money' marked Donna Summer's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus. This album followed her commercial peak in the late '70s and showcased her evolution as both a pop artist and a vocal powerhouse during the early '80s.

Who is She Works Hard for the Money for?

She Works Hard for the Money works well if you're into empowering anthems for motivation, uplifting vibes for productivity and catchy melodies for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on She Works Hard for the Money?

She Works Hard for the Money has 9 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Released 43 years ago this June

She Works Hard for the Money

Donna Summer · 1983

42 min · 9 tracks · contemporary R&B · house · synth-pop

A vibrant fusion of disco and R&B, celebrating resilience with empowering anthems and catchy melodies.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

empowering anthems for motivation
uplifting vibes for productivity
catchy melodies for sing-alongs
consistent energy throughout listening
celebratory themes of resilience

Where this album fits

Themes: women's labor rights· 80s empowerment anthems· community support
Career context: Released on June 13, 1983, 'She Works Hard for the Money' marked Donna Summer's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus. This album followed her commercial peak in the late '70s and showcased her evolution as both a pop artist and a vocal powerhouse during the early '80s.
Stylistic neighbors: Chaka Khan· Gloria Gaynor· Kylie Minogue
Sounds like this from elsewhere: I Feel for You by Chaka Khan — Shares a similar disco-infused R&B sound with empowering themes of love and resilience.

Whitney by Whitney Houston — Features powerful anthems and a blend of pop and R&B, celebrating strength and self-confidence.

Private Dancer by Tina Turner — Combines rock and R&B with themes of empowerment and independence, echoing the same spirit of hard work.