10 Contemporary Pop Audition Songs for Sopranos (2025 Update)
Finding the right contemporary pop audition song for a soprano voice can feel impossible. Whether you’re auditioning for a musical theatre program, a professional show, or just need a versatile audition cut that shows off your belt, this list has you covered.
These are my go-to picks for sopranos in 2025—fresh, relevant, and guaranteed to help you stand out.
1. "Still Into You" from Paramore
Year: 2013
Hayley Williams is easily one of the best vocalists of this generation. EASILY!
2. "Traitor" By Olivia Rodrigo
Year: 2021
As the fourth single from Olivia’s debut album, Sour (2021), Traitor is a emotional ballad that falls somewhere between indie pop and rock.
If you’re auditioning a lot (hello, callback chaos), I highly recommend keeping track of your reps. I created an Audition Journal Template so you don’t have to start from scratch. Check it out.
3. "Stars" By Grace Potter
Year: 2012
This song gives me major “Requiem”from Dear Evan Hansen vibes. Listen and you’ll see why.
4. "Dark Side” by Kelly Clarkson
Year: 2012
There’s a reason why Kelly shows up several times on this list. Every single song of hers is a masterpiece - catchy, vocally impressive, and an A+ in storytelling.
5. "Good Girl” by Carrie Underwood
Year: 2012
Looking for a tune with some country flair? This Carrie hit has just enough grit to get you through your next audition!
Want even more pop/rock audition songs that actually work in the room? I put together a full Audition Song Guide with even more curated recs. You can grab it here.
6 “The Giver” by Chappell Roan
Year: 2025
This country-pop track showcases playful storytelling, strong vocal dynamics, and a confident soprano range—perfect for showing character in auditions. Released March 13, 2025, it's fresh, modern, and stands out from typical musical theatre fare. Also Combines traditional instrumentation (like fiddle) with a vocal RANGE spanning from F₃ to E₅.
7. "Only Girl" By Rihanna
Year: 2010
Sing any Rihanna song and you’re bound to make the audition room dance. This one is GREAT for an upbeat musical.
8. "Light On" by Maggie Rogers
Year: 2018
Maggie Rogers rose to the spotlight when her song "Alaska" was played to Pharrell Williams during a master class at New York University's Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music. By 2019, she was nominated for a Grammy.
9. "Since U Been Gone" by Kelly Clarkson
Year: 2004
America’s sweetheart? Sign me up.
10. “Revolving Door” by Tate McRae
Year: 2025
Revolving Door hits that sweet spot between emotional and edgy. It starts soft and vulnerable, then builds into a punchy, full-out moment—perfect for showing off vocal range and real storytelling. If you’re in your 20s and tired of singing the same old ballads, this feels fresh, current, and super relatable. It’s easy to cut for auditions and way more exciting than another sad Adele song.
