The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Pat Benatar stands as one of rock history's most iconic vocalists who brought trailblazing presence and anthems that defined an entire generation. The late 1970s and early 1980s saw her emergence as a powerful force in rock music which opened doors for numerous female rock musicians to enter the genre.

Benatar's classically trained voice combined with her distinctive edge made her debut album In the Heat of the Night successful through its lead single "Heartbreaker." Her second album, Crimes of Passion propelled her to superstardom through its success with "Hit Me with Your Best Shot" which established itself as a timeless anthem of strength and resilience. Through her operatic voice, aggressive attitude and leather-clad appearance, she established a fresh model for what a rock frontwoman could be.