Hype it up! Western songs to rock your school festival
At school festivals and cultural festivals, there are regional differences, but many schools play background music.
Of course, you can play Japanese songs, but some might feel that Western music is better since the lyrics are less distracting.
So this time, we’ve selected Western songs that can liven up a school or cultural festival!
From timeless classics to the latest hits, we’ve picked a wide range.
We’ve also chosen some stylish tracks, so you should find songs that fit even a calm, café-style booth.
Be sure to check them out.
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Turn up the hype! Western songs that get the crowd going at school festivals (11–20)
Made You LookMeghan Trainor
Meghan Trainor is a female singer-songwriter who has garnered high praise worldwide for her unique musical style, which blends doo-wop—a genre that was trendy in the 1950s—into modern dance music.
She’s been releasing hit songs one after another, and many of her tracks become popular on TikTok.
“Made You Look” is one of her signature songs.
Its fusion of doo-wop and dance music would pair well with the lively atmosphere of school festivals and cultural events.
Substitution ft. Julian PerrettaPurple Disco Machine, Kungs
A track with an impressive disco-style melody by Purple Disco Machine and Kungs has been released.
Pair it with flashy cheerleading in the background and the energy hits its peak! Featuring Julian Perretta as a guest vocalist, it delivers a groovy sound reminiscent of a disco party.
The track is included on releases such as the album “Substitution (Kungs Live Edit).” It’s a perfect song for youth-oriented events like school festivals and culture fairs.
Love OnSelena Gomez
Selena Gomez, the singer from the United States.
She’s released many buzzworthy tracks, but the one I especially recommend for school festivals is Love On.
This brand-new song dropped in February 2024 and features a highly addictive melody line.
The chorus in particular is so catchy you’ll find yourself humming along.
Blending mid-tempo electropop and dance-pop, it’s got great rhythm that will make you want to move—perfect for setting the mood.
If you play it as background music at a school festival, it’s sure to hype up the crowd.
By the way, she’s also released many hit albums in the past, like Stars Dance, Revival, and Rare, so be sure to check those out too.
You’re bound to find a new favorite!
abcdefuGAYLE
GAYLE is a female singer-songwriter who has gained popularity with a music style centered on pop rock and power pop.
Her signature track “abcdefu” became a viral hit on platforms like TikTok and Spotify in 2021.
If you’re a student, chances are you’ve heard this song at least once.
The track packs a powerful diss aimed at an ex-boyfriend.
That aspect resonates strongly with students, so consider playing it at your school festival.
Old Town Road ft. Billy Ray CyrusLil Nas X
Rapper Lil Nas X, who has earned high praise worldwide for his catchy musical style and unique ideas.
Old Town Road ft.
Billy Ray Cyrus is a collaboration with country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, who is Miley Cyrus’s father.
Spurred by this track, many rappers—including Lil Durk—began collaborating with country singers.
It’s a hugely popular song on TikTok and YouTube Shorts, making it a perfect choice for school festivals and cultural festivals.
Doctor (Work It Out)Pharrell Williams, Miley Cyrus
A collaboration track by Pharrell Williams and Miley Cyrus.
Reunited for the first time in ten years, the pair crafted a danceable number that blends funk and glam pop.
The lyrics, which focus on repairing and rebuilding a romantic relationship, strikingly reaffirm trust and understanding between partners and convey a willingness to move past previous mistakes.
It’s an unreleased song dating back to the Bangerz studio sessions, officially released in March 2024.
Premiered at a Louis Vuitton fashion show, it’s a highly anticipated track.
Its upbeat melody is perfect for livening up school festivals and cultural events!
Fire it up! Western songs that hype up school culture festivals (21–30)
Shape of YouEd Sheeran
You can’t leave out Ed Sheeran, one of the world’s leading singer-songwriters.
All of his songs are popular, but among them, the one I recommend for a school festival is Shape of You.
It’s simple yet emotional, and just listening to it gets you hyped.
It’s also very well-known, so it should be easy to get the crowd going.