If you like Cyndi Lauper, try these artists

If you like Cyndi Lauper, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

New to Cyndi Lauper? Start with our listening guide.

Artists to try next

Madonna

Madonna

Guide

Both artists share a strong pop sensibility with theatrical vocal delivery and have explored dance-pop and new wave sounds in their music.

adult contemporary music contemporary R&B dance music
Annie Lennox

Annie Lennox

Lennox's powerful vocals and emotional depth resonate similarly to Lauper, particularly in her blend of pop and soul influences.

new wave pop music rock music
Debbie Harry

Debbie Harry

Guide

As the frontwoman of Blondie, Harry combines new wave with rock elements, much like Lauper's eclectic style.

disco new wave pop music
Toni Basil

Toni Basil

Basil’s energetic dance-pop tracks and distinctive vocal style align well with Lauper’s upbeat and catchy compositions.

new wave pop music
Katy Perry

Katy Perry

Guide

Perry's vibrant pop anthems and playful lyrical themes echo Lauper’s colorful approach to pop music.

dance music electropop gospel music
Bette Midler

Bette Midler

Midler's theatrical performances and emotive ballads reflect a similar blend of pop and cabaret influences found in Lauper's work.

disco jazz pop music
Alanis Morissette

Alanis Morissette

Guide

Morissette's raw emotional expression and rock-infused pop sound provide a contemporary parallel to Lauper's dynamic storytelling.

alternative rock dance-pop electronica
Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow

Guide

Crow’s mix of rock, pop, and country elements mirrors Lauper’s genre-blending approach while maintaining strong melodic hooks.

blues country music country rock

Common questions

Who sounds like Cyndi Lauper?

Artists similar to Cyndi Lauper include Madonna, Annie Lennox, Debbie Harry and Toni Basil. Each shares elements of Cyndi Lauper's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Cyndi Lauper?

Cyndi Lauper is primarily known for blues, country and new wave. With a textured blend of rich vocal lines and steady rhythmic grooves, Lauper’s music encapsulates emotional highs and lows through a dynamic interplay of tension and release.

Where should I start if I like Cyndi Lauper?

If you enjoy Cyndi Lauper, start with Madonna — their album "I'm Breathless – Music from and Inspired by the Film Dick Tracy" is a great entry point. Both artists share a strong pop sensibility with theatrical vocal delivery and have explored dance-pop and new wave sounds in their music.