8 Iconic Songs by Aquarius Artists That Capture the Sign’s Spirit
With a reputation for being independent, innovative and one of a kind, Aquarius is a truly unique zodiac sign. This free-spirited air sign thinks outside of the box, so it's no wonder that many of our favorite creatives—including musical artists—are water bearers.
Aquarians (born between Jan. 20 and Feb. 18) are boundary breakers and experimenters, with a willingness to take risks and try new things in the name of their passions. For musicians, that shines through in every aspect of their work, and we'll prove it below with eight Aquarius artists and their top songs that capture the sign's powerful spirit.
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Harry Styles – 'Sign of the Times'
If there's one negative trait typically associated with Aquarius, is their tendency to get emotionally distant, and that really is the theme running through Harry Styles' "Sign of the Times." When everything is going wrong and it feels as if the world is ending, he resorts to escapism. It's a track about avoiding reality and having to live within that difficult experience, burying your emotions and creating distance. Also, in true Aquarius fashion, he sees precisely what he's doing, realizing it's an unhealthy coping mechanism and doing little to improve his life.
Ed Sheeran – 'Perfect'
Few songs encapsulate how Aquarius acts in love quite like Ed Sheeran's "Perfect." The sign doesn't tend to fall in love easily, building relationships off of strong connections and shared values, and this track reflects on a love with a long history while also looking on the future he intends to build with his one true love. It highlights uniqueness, strength and creativity as reasons to love someone. Aquarius is also a leader, marching to their own drum, which comes across directly in "Perfect"'s lyrics.
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ROSÉ – 'On the Ground'
If there's one zodiac sign that defines success in their own way, it's Aquarius—and that's a theme we'll see repeated throughout this list. In ROSÉ's "On the Ground," she reflects on the importance of fame and fortune, deciding that no matter how hard she's worked to get to where she is today, what truly matters are the things she's had all along. It's also appropriate that she's seen such success as a soloist after first marking a name for herself as a member of BLACKPINK, as Aquarians are known for being fiercely independent.
Shakira – 'Whenever, Wherever'
Aquarians may not be known as hopeless romantics, but they are willing to go the distance for love, as demonstrated in Shakira's "Whenever, Wherever." It's a love song about falling for someone from a far off land, and how your differences actually bring you together, allowing you to forge something entirely new together. It demonstrates a willingness to do anything for the one you love while opening your mind to possibility and learning all you can from them—including what it truly means to love.
Karol G – 'Ocean'
Karol G's "Ocean" is yet another track that highlights Aquarius's eccentric approach to love and romance. If you don't speak Spanish, the song's delicate piano chords may make it seem like a traditional love song, as its lyrics declare undying love and the desire to go to the ends of the earth—and even beyond them in a rocket ship—for the one you adore. In the process, it also redefines what a love song can be as the examples of what she would do for love get more innovative and unusual.
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Alicia Keys – 'Girl on Fire'
Aquarius is an often misunderstood zodiac sign, with ideas that are ahead of their time, but they don't have to let that get in the way of living their best lives. That becomes very clear in Alicia Keys' "Girl on Fire." It's a triumphant anthem about no longer caring about whether other people "get it" and stepping back out into the world with a sense of bold individualism and confidence. She knows she's free and has the potential to do absolutely anything, and she's not going to let the naysayers get in her way.
The Weeknd – 'Sidewalks'
The Weeknd's "Sidewalks," featuring Kendrick Lamar, is yet another powerful ode to how Aquarius carves out their own path in life. It's an evocative rags to riches story about pursuing your passion and finding success where many others might fail. The sign is willing to give it all up in the name of what they think is right, following their ambitions while recognizing how he got to where he is today, understanding that his roots still play an important part in his journey.
Tinashe – 'All Hands on Deck'
Of all of the signs, Aquarius may be the most open to embracing change and constantly evolving as a human being. That's demonstrated in Tinashe's "All Hands on Deck," a vibrant R&B track about having your heart broken and turning it into the perfect opportunity to reinvent yourself. As she says goodbye to the old version of herself, she emerges as a fully reinvented person who's thriving more successfully than ever. "All Hands on Deck" also appeared on her debut album, Aquarius, which couldn't be more appropriate for this list.
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