Recommended Western motivational songs for high school students. World-famous classics and popular hits.
Let’s listen to some uplifting Western songs! Each track has a kind of power you don’t often find in Japanese music, bursting with energy.
Many of them are easy to follow, so I highly recommend them.
If you also check lyric translation sites to look up the meanings, you might make some new discoveries.
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Cheer-up Western songs recommended for high school students: World classics and popular hits (71–80)
LonelyAkon
It’s a motivational song by the artist Akon, who stands out with a style that delivers powerful, impactful vocals.
With a modern sound that’s relatable for high school boys, it has a texture that makes you want to sing it at karaoke.
Read Your MindAvant
This is a cheer song by Avant, known for consistently delivering quality tracks thanks to a high level of musicianship that highlights a stylish, urban sound.
Its cool vibe makes it easy to recommend to high school boys and invites the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to sing it at karaoke.
Every Time I Close My EyesBabyface
It’s an uplifting song by Babyface, where a sound that projects a sexy, mature, luxurious atmosphere enhances the richness of the ballad.
With a powerful, karaoke-ready vocal performance, it delivers themes that even high school boys can easily relate to.
Don’t Leave MeBlackstreet
An encouragement song with a rich vocal approach that excels in New Jack Swing and slow ballads, carrying the groove of Black music.
Its refreshing vibe makes it appealing and easy to relate to for high school boys, and it’s the kind of song that makes you want to sing it at karaoke while comfortably boosting your energy.
AnytimeBrian McKnight
This is an uplifting song by Brian McKnight, whose authentic rhythm and blues and neo-soul artistry gives him a strong presence.
With a refreshing vibe that’s great for high school boys, it has a smooth feel that makes you want to sing it at karaoke.
My First LoveCarl Thomas
This is an uplifting song by Carl Thomas, known for his melodious R&B style that enjoys a devoted following among music lovers.
Its smooth, accessible feel makes it a great karaoke pick—especially for high school boys—inviting a fresh, innocent sensibility when sung.
Happily Ever AfterCase
This is a motivational song by Keis, known as an R&B artist who had cultivated a devoted following through his poignant, melancholy-tinged vocal approach.
Its refreshing feel makes it perfect for karaoke, and it carries a buoyant joy that resonates well with high school boys.