10 Best Revenge Songs
4. Nancy Sinatra - "These Boots Are Made For Walking" (1966)
Nancy Sinatra might have been descended from singing royalty in the likes of Frank Sinatra, but she made sure she didn't live in her father's shadow, making waves with the release of her signature hit "These Boots Are Made For Walkin'" back in 1966.
Interestingly, Sinatra actually talked writer Lee Hazlewood out of singing the song himself; she told him it should be sung by a woman, and Sinatra proves this effortlessly. Her vocal delivery is calm and cool, but definitely carries an air of utter, unwavering control throughout the entire song as she tells off and promises to walk out on (and all over) her unfaithful partner. All this swagger, set to that instantly identifiable bass line? It was practically a GUARANTEED hit.
The song's impact is undeniable, given the sheer amount of covers of "These Boots" that exist today, in styles ranging from country to metal. Likewise, the image of Sinatra and the backing dancers absolutely rocking go-go boots is practically era-defining, probably one of the most iconic visions of the 1960s you can find these days. However, none can hold a candle to the complete confidence of Nancy Sinatra's original recording.