8 Iconic Songs by Scorpio Artists That Capture the Sign’s Spirit

Scorpio is perhaps the most misunderstood sign of the zodiac, known both for their sensitive natures and their knack for getting revenge on those who've wronged them. They feel everything deeply while also carrying an alluring mystique, which may be why many of our favorite music stars fall under this charismatic sign.

Born between Oct. 23 and Nov. 21, Scorpios have a tendency to keep most people at a distance, while demonstrating powerful faith and loyalty to those who've earned their trust. They're enigmatic yet irresistible, and we love the way these characteristics also come out in the music created by Scorpios, as illustrated below.

('Kill Bill' via Top Dawg Entertainment)

SZA – 'Kill Bil'

Not all Scorpios are actually revenge-driven, but that doesn't mean it's not cathartic for them to write about, and that the results can't be a ton of fun. SZA's "Kill Bill" is a key example, spinning a melodic pop ballad about SZA exacting vengeance on the cheating ex who broke her heart. After all, Scorpios love deeply and don't forgive easily, so they're not going to let someone who hurt them get away unscathed.

 

Frank Ocean – 'Seigfried'

Leave it to Frank Ocean to write a breakup track like "Seigfried," which leaps off of the pain of a breakup to turn to philosophy as he contemplates on existence, mortality and the nature of dreams. The title likely refers to Siegfried, a dragon-slaying hero from Norse mythology, known for his bravery and as well as beauty, as Frank reflects on his own insecurity and lack of bravery. The moody, stripped-back track is a powerful showcase of Scorpio's emotional depths. They don't give their hearts away easily, and when the deep attachments they do form are severed, it can rip open a number of old wounds.

 

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WILLOW – 'Wait a Minute!'

Scorpio has a reputation for being out of the most spiritual signs of the zodiac, or at least the most open to the otherworldly and esoteric. WILLOW has been quite open about her exploration of spirituality, and even dives into it in "Wait a Minute!" It's a groovy pop-funk track that discusses her experiences growing up and developing a relationship against a backdrop of the meaning of consciousness and other dimensions. She gives us a peek into her mind as she's still figuring it all out.

 

Lorde – 'Team'

Deep friendships are one of the most important things to a Scorpio, particularly because they're quite selective about who they let into their lives. We love the way Lorde explores the value of this kind of companionship in "Team," a vibrant and dreamlike song about community and making your own rules, defying the desire for wealth and popularity and instead focusing on surrounding yourself with the right people. Essentially, when you're supported by people who love you, little else matters. If that's not what Scorpio is all about, we don't know what is.

 

Ciara – 'I Bet'

Ciara's "I Bet" takes the concept of being stuck on an ex and revenge in an entirely different (but still quintessentially Scorpio) direction. Propelled by a classic R&B rhythm, the song takes down her unfaithful partner and his new lover, and her confidence that he's going to come crawling back for her affections the minute she's moved on. She might still love him, but she's not going to sink so low as to let herself get hurt again. It's said that success is the best revenge, and she plans to find her own happiness without him.

 

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Carly Rae Jepsen – 'E•MO•TION'

We can't be surprised that doomed relationships and yearning crop up again and again in songs by Scorpio, but we love just how many varieties they can come in. Carly Rae Jepsen's "E•MO•TION" is yet another song that fits the category while defying expectations, with the optimism and bubbly energy of a pure love song. It's a song about still being hooked on someone once you've broken up, and hoping they harbor the same regrets. Instead of wallowing, she suggests they channel those emotions into passion and reignite the spark of what they shared.

 

Julia Michaels – 'Worst in Me'

Julia Michaels is one of the most prolific and beloved pop songwriters working today, but we love her music best when she songs the songs herself, as is the case with "Worst in Me." It's a wonderful exploration into the complexity of love and relationships, and how it's possible to hate someone and love them at the same time—something any Scorpio will understand quite well. As the relationship falls apart, part of Julia wants to fight for it and hold on to what's good, while the stubborn and spiteful parts of her nature only sees more hurt in her future.

 

Daya – 'Sit Still, Look Pretty'

Of course, there's a proud element to Scorpio that refuses to be defined by their romantic relationships or societal expectations. Daya unpacks this desire with "Sit Still, Look Pretty," a synthpop bop about independence and the fact that she doesn't need a partner to lean on to be happy or successful. She'd much rather make something of her life on her own than be a trophy wife doing nothing with her life. She already has the power to find everything she needs to be satisfied.

 

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