Member Review

An introspective look at the music of the ladies who topped the charts in the early 2000s and the impact they and their music had.

I was older than the author when the music and artists discussed in the book came out, so they weren't as formative for me. However, good music is good, no matter your age, and the ladies discussed in Hit Girls all had some bangers that rocked. They're also pivotal songs that stand out for how they've (mostly) stood the test of time and the impact they had on the music industry in general. It's easy for people to dismiss pop music and artists, but a proper dive into the nuts and bolts of it shows how formative it is to culture in general. Add some background on the artists and the behind-the-scenes details that you didn't really get as much of back then, and you've got an excellent read that will leave you with a greater appreciation of pop music and a killer playlist.

Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for the fun read!