Backstory:
Concrete Women came together in the gritty backstreets of Brooklyn in 2012, a brainchild of lead vocalist and songwriter, Jenna Osborne, and bassist, Michelle Rodriguez. The duo, inspired by their shared upbringing in urban landscapes full of skyscrapers and concrete, decided to form a band that showcased the raw, unyielding spirit of city women. They roped in drummer Sheila Thompson and lead guitarist Brenda ‘Red’ Willis, both known for their powerful performances on the local music scene. With a goal to make music that resonated with the strength and resilience of women from all walks of life, Concrete Women was born.
Genre:
Concrete Women is primarily a punk rock band, known for their heavy use of bass and drums. Their sound combines elements of grunge and indie rock, creating a feel that’s as raw and real as the city streets they come from.
Title:
One of their most popular songs is “Pavement Princess”.
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
(C) Walking down the (Am) city streets,
(F) Shadows dancing at her (G) feet,
(C) She’s a diamond in the (Am) rough,
(F) A pavement princess, tough and (G) tough.
(Chorus)
(Em) She’s a pavement (Am) princess,
(F) Living life with no (C) distress,
(G) She walks tall, she don’t (Am) need a crown,
(F) She’s a queen of the (G) underground.
(Verse 2)
(C) High heels on the (Am) concrete floor,
(F) She’s a fighter, hear her (G) roar,
(C) Broken dreams, but she’s (Am) not done,
(F) She’s a rising, setting (G) sun.
(Chorus)
(Em) She’s a pavement (Am) princess,
(F) Living life with no (C) distress,
(G) She walks tall, she don’t (Am) need a crown,
(F) She’s a queen of the (G) underground.
Fan’s Testimonial:
“I’m Sarah, and Concrete Women is my favorite band. Their music empowers me, makes me feel invincible. The tough, unyielding spirit of a city woman is perfectly captured in their songs. Every time I listen to ‘Pavement Princess’, I am reminded of my own strength and resilience. It’s as if they’ve made the soundtrack of my life. I’ve been to every gig they’ve played in NYC, and I’ll keep supporting them because they make music that gives women like me a voice.”