1. Courtney Love
   Alanis Morisette
2. Joan Jett
   P.J. Harvey

While Joan Jett was not a female singer in The Runaways, when the band dissolved, she started her own band, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. It was with this group where she first performed her now classic rock anthem, "I Love Rock 'n' Roll."

1. Courtney Love
   Alanis Morrisette
2. Lita Ford
   Joan Jett

For the first single off of "Jagged Little Pill," "You Outta Know,'"Morrisette enlisted the help of a well-known bassist: Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. It's his signature bass that helps provide additional depth to the song.

1. Lita Ford
   Joan Jett
2. Courtney Love
   Avril Lavigne

In addition to being the queen of rock, Lita Ford has her own brand of guitar, which has quite the experience tacked to it. When you purchase one of these replicas, you get access to a concert where you'll spend an evening with Lita and during the concert, she'll bring you onstage to present the guitar to you after using it to play one of her hits.

1. Taylor Swift
   Ann Wilson
2. Courtney Love
   Nancy Wilson

Not only is Heart an amazing concert, but these ladies are the first women to write their own songs as well as perform using rock instruments. In addition to performing in Heart, Ann Wilson created a blues band called The Ann Wilson Thing and Nancy Wilson has composed scores for films, one of which includes 1989's "Say Anything..."

1. Nancy Wilson
   Tina Turner
2. Courtney Love
   Alanis Morrisette

When it came to The Kennedy Center Honors, Tina Turner's dedication performance was performed by another fierce female: Beyonce. Her performance was enjoyed by the ​former president and first lady, George W. Bush and Laura Bush. It is also considered the greatest performance in KCH's history thus far.

1. Janis Joplin
   Gracie Slick
2. Joan Jett
   Ann Wilson

After a stormy stint with Jefferson Airplane, Slick returned to the band in the '80s, where she performed with Jefferson Starship. Slick retired from the band in 2008, when Kathy Richardson took over, with her blessing.

1. Melissa Etheridge
   Bonnie Raitt
2. Joan Jett
   Courtney Love

Not only is Bonnie Raitt known for her talents, but she is also a social activist. At almost every concert, she partners up with The Guacamole Fund to help promote non-profits who are working toward sustainable energy, environmental protection, and other causes.

1. Melissa Etheridge
   Bonnie Raitt
2. Madonna
   Cyndi Lauper

In addition to "Come to My Window," Etheridge's "Yes, I Am" album featured the hit, "I'm the Only One." "I'm the Only One" won a Grammy Award, her second win. On top of all this, Etheridge won an Academy Award for Best Song in 2007 for her "I Need to Wake Up."

1. Alanis Morrisette
   Joan Jett
2. Debbie Harry
   Lita Ford

With their song, "Rapture," Blondie accomplished a feat that would later be duplicated by Kanye West, Snoop Dog, and Dr. Dre. "Rapture" was the first song that featured elements of hip-hop and rap to hit the top of the charts.

1. Debbie Harry
   Melissa Etheridge
2. Bonnie Raitt
   Stevie Nicks

In addition to playing her fictitious White Witch during her concerts during her Fleetwood Mac and solo career, Stevie Nicks appeared on the show," American Horror Story: Coven." Misty Day, one of the witches, would often look to the White Witch for guidance and thought of her as a mentor.

1. Marilyn Manson
   Shirley Manson
2. Joan Jett
   Lita Ford

When it came to forming his band, Garbage, Butch Vig (a producer known for producing albums from alternative icons Nirvana and Smashing Pumpkins), wanted someone who had a big personality and could perform up to his expectations. With her bright red hair and huge voice, Scottish singer Shirley Manson was a perfect fit.

1. Debbie Harry
   Patty Smyth
2. Pat Benatar
   Shirley Manson

In addition to "Hit Me With Your Best Shot," Pat Benatar released, "Love Is A Battlefield." "Love Is A Battlefield" hit its peak in December 1983, where it held the No. 5 slot on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts.

1. Joan Jett
   Chrissie Hynde
2. Pat Benatar
   Amy Lee

The Pretenders were part of the second British invasion, occurring in the late 1970s. Their hits include, "Brass in Pocket," "Back on the Chain Gang," and the power ballad, "I'll Stand By You," all sung by singer/songwriter Chrissie Hynde, whose powerful vocals added a bit of soul.

1. Avril Lavigne
   Alanis Morrisette
2. Amy Lee
   Courtney Love

In addition to her hits with Evanescence, Amy Lee partnered with Korn to perform their hit, "Freak on a Leash," on "Korn Unplugged." The song peaked at No. ​22 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart in March 2007.

1. Courtney Love
   Alanis Morrisette
2. Taylor Swift
   Avril Lavigne

In addition to performing with her band, Hole, Courtney Love has been in a few movies and television shows. One of her most recent roles was Elle Dallas, a drug-addled musician trying to make her comeback on the music-themed drama,​ "Empire."

1. Ann Wilson
   Chrissie Hynde
2. Patti Smith
   Pat Benatar

Surprisingly, when Patti Smith tore up the rock scene with her album, "Horses," it wasn't to get musical accolades. With her background in education, Smith wanted to revive the poetry scene by performing. Little did she know that she would be compared to Jim Morrison and Lou Reed for her complex lyrics.

1. Joan Jett
   Wendy O. Williams
2. Lita Ford
   Pat Benatar

Wendy O. Williams and the Plasmatics were known for more than their hijinks on stage. In addition to chainsawing guitars and blowing up sets, this band also left its footprint in the fashion industry: Wendy's mohawk was one of the first brought to the forefront and her pasties (although they were made of duct tape) still inspire artists today, including P​ink and Lady Gaga.

1. Ann Wilson
   Pat Benatar
2. Bonnie Tyler
   Stevie Nicks

During the total solar eclipse in August 2017, Bonnie Tyler was able to take advantage of her single "Total Eclipse of the Heart." While the eclipse was occurring, Tyler was on a cruise ship, performing the song with pop band, DNCE.

1. Alanis Morrisette
   Avril Lavigne
2. Gwen Stefani
   Courtney Love

"Tragic Kingdom" was a huge success for No Doubt. This album produced at least three singles, including the ballad "Don't Speak," which was about Gwen Stefani's relationship with No Doubt's drummer, Tony Kanal.

1. Avril Lavigne
   Miley Cyrus
2. Taylor Swift
   Taylor Momsen

You may recognize Taylor from the CW drama, "Gossip Girl." She portrayed Jenny Humphrey from 2007 until 2012. If you weren't a fan of the show, perhaps you recognize her from one of her earlier roles: she played Cindy Loo Who in the live action version of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," which starred Jim Carrey.

1. Courtney Love
   P.J. Harvey
2. Bjork
   Alanis Morrisette

Many compare P.J. Harvey's music to that of Patti Smith because they incorporate poetry into songs. In addition to songwriting, Harvey can play a variety of instruments, including piano, saxophone, and guitar.

1. Kelley Deal
   Kim Deal
2. Ann Wilson
   Nancy Wilson

Along with her twin sister, Kelley, Kim formed The Breeders in 1989 after becoming discontent with her role in The Pixies. The Breeders have an unlikely fan: famed author Neil Gaiman. If you want to see him become an instant fanboy, check out the bio section of The Breeders'​ website: he wrote it.

1. Avril Lavigne
   Joni Mitchell
2. Alanis Morrisette
   Ann Wilson

Joni Mitchell doesn't need to wonder if she's impacted people's lives. The jonimitchell.com library contains almost 4200 articles written from various sources and there are several paintings of her by different artists, some of which are unsigned.

1. Ann Wilson
   Alanis Morrisette
2. Joni Mitchell
   Avril Lavigne

There has been a conspiracy that has surrounded her since 2003: a Brazillian website stated that she had committed suicide shortly after her grandfather's death. The problem? She's still very much alive, and even though the website explained that fact away with a doppelganger, the rumor sometimes resurfaces.

1. Courtney Love
   Kelley Deal
2. Tanya Donelly
   Kim Deal

In addition to her creation of the band, Belly, Tanya was in the band, Throwing Muses. It was during that period when she met Kim Deal, the frontwoman for The Breeders. She was a member of the band and recorded on The Breeders' debut album, "Pod," however, she left the band because she wanted to establish her own voice.

1. Mercedes Sherida Lander
   Morgan Lee Lander
2. Tara K. Mcleod
   Trisha Jaimee Doan

Even though they started in Canada, Kittie has had a worldwide influence. This included adding members Trisha Jaimee Doan, who was born in South Korea, Ivana ‘Ivy’ Vujic Jenkins, who was born in Siberia, and Fallon Bowman, who was born in South Africa. Aside from Trisha (who died in 2017), Ivy and Fallon left the band to pursue other avenues.

1. Mia Martini
   Milva
2. Cristina Scabbia
   Mina

It may be hard to believe, but Lacuna Coil is 20 years old. Starting out in Italy, there wasn't really a market for metal until this group came along. Today, they have 10 albums under their belt and have toured the world.

1. Arejay Hale
   Liz Phair
2. Lzzy Hale
   Amy Lee

When Halestorm won their Grammy in 2012 in the Best Rock/Heavy Metal Performance Category, it created a milestone. Lzzy Hale was the first woman to win an award in that specific category. It took 23 years for that to happen!

1. Dorthy Gale
   Dorothy Martin
2. Courtney Love
   Dorothy Zbornak

Many musicians mention other artists as their inspiration. In the case of Dorothy Martin, she draws inspiration from Joan Baez, Dolly Parton, and Beyonce. She also says that she and Steven Tyler of Aerosmith would have fun because she feels they both have a ​similar attitude.

1. Shirley Manson
   Liz Phair
2. Tori Amos
   Avril Lavigne

When asked about "Exile in Guyville," Liz Phair didn't realize that it was going to be such a critical success. She had penned the album as a track by track response to the Rolling Stones' album, "Exile on Main St."

1. Joni Mitchell
   Liz Phair
2. Alanis Morrisette
   Sheryl Crow

In addition to an incredible music career, Crow has used her fame to shed some light on worthy causes. Some of the charities she supports include Habitat for Humanity, Feeding America, Adopt a Classroom, and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

1. Joan Baez
   Joni Mitchell
2. Lita Ford
   Joan Jett

In 2017, Joan Baez was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which added to her other awards, one of them being the Lifetime Achievement Grammy. She has earned an award for her humanitarian efforts as well. In 2011, on the 50th anniversary of Amnesty International, the organization awarded her the first Joan Baez Award for outstanding inspirational service in the global fight for human rights.

1. Joan Baez
   Siouxsie Sioux
2. Joan Jett
   Lita Ford

Siouxsie and the Banshees has had quite a few impressive bandmates. The first was Sid Vicious, one of the most notorious punks to play in England. After he performed with Siouxsie and the Banshees, he went on to become a legend in The Sex Pistols. Another bandmate, Robert Smith, now fronts the band, The Cure.

1. Louise Post
   Kim Gordon
2. Courtney Love
   Nina Gordon

Does the name Veruca Salt sound familiar? If you're a fan of Roald Dahl, it should be. This Chicago alternative band, popular in the 1990s, took its name from one of the characters in "Charlie & the Chocolate Factory."

1. Cherie Currie
   Lita Ford
2. Joan Jett
   Jackie Fox

Cherie Currie was the lead singer of The Runaways until 1977. By then, the 17-year-old had gotten addicted to cocaine and quaaludes. Wanting to sober up, she quit the band and has since been living a sober life. On top of this, she is now a counselor at an addiction center.