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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Cheering Songs in Western Music Recommended for High School Students: World-Class Masterpieces and Popular Tracks (11–20)
Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly Clarkson
It’s a song included on the album “Stronger” that reached No.
1 in the U.
S.
The title is said to have been inspired by Nietzsche’s famous quote, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Its powerful message of not being discouraged by adversity really hits home.
Fancy ft. Charli XCXIggy Azalea
This song, included on the album “The New Classic,” topped the US charts.
Iggy Azalea and Charli XCX’s girl power is unbeatable, bursting with energy.
It makes you feel like confidence wins and living in the moment is everything.
All about That BassMeghan Trainor
It’s Meghan Trainor’s debut single, included on the album Title.
Hitting number one in both the US and the UK right out of the gate made Meghan instantly famous.
It’s an anthem that cheers on every girl who struggles with her body image.
La La LandDemi Lovato
It’s included on the album “Don’t Forget.” Demi Lovato and the Jonas Brothers were involved in its production, and it captures Demi’s genuine feelings from when she was a teenager.
It’s a song that any teen is sure to relate to.
Let It GoIdina Menzel
It’s the theme song from the movie Frozen, included on the album Frozen.
In Japan, it was translated and released under the title “Let It Go ~Ari no Mama de~,” becoming an explosive hit.
Its quintessentially Disney lyrics leave a lasting impression.
Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon
This song, with its exhilarating rhythm and uplifting message, portrays a fateful encounter on the dance floor.
Its lyrics, which emphasize letting go of hesitation and enjoying the moment, are sure to resonate with many.
Released in September 2014 and included on the album “Talking Is Hard,” the track became a worldwide hit and is known as one of WALK THE MOON’s signature songs.
Its energetic sound and relatable lyrics are sure to encourage anyone taking a new step forward.
It’s the perfect song to listen to before an entrance ceremony or the start of a new chapter in life.
Recommended Western motivational songs for high school students: World classics and popular tracks (21–30)
The ClimbMiley Cyrus
It’s included on the album “Hannah Montana: The Movie.” Give it a listen when you’re working hard toward your dreams but feeling a bit discouraged.
It will surely bring tears to your eyes.
It will surely bring a smile to your face.
It’s a song like hope—a source of support for the heart.