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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.

Recommended Western motivational songs for high school students: World classics and popular tracks (21–30)

Ni**as in ParisJAY Z, Kanye West

Jay-Z & Kanye West – Ni**as In Paris (Explicit)
Ni**as in ParisJAY Z, Kanye West

This is the song that won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance.

It’s included on the album Watch the Throne.

A collaboration between Jay-Z and Kanye West is guaranteed to be a hit.

Its message of unstoppable confidence is truly uplifting.

Hold My HandJess Glynne

Jess Glynne – Hold My Hand [Official Video]
Hold My HandJess Glynne

This song, included on the album “I Cry When I Laugh,” reached number one in the UK.

Jess Glynne’s distinctive, powerful vocals are showcased brilliantly, and just listening to it makes you feel like looking ahead and taking a step forward.

It’s a great recommendation when you want to change your mood.

Cheer Songs in Western Music Recommended for High School Students: World Classics and Popular Tracks (31–40)

RoarKaty Perry

This song is included on the album Prism and reached number one in both the U.

S.

and the U.

K.

Katy Perry delivers a powerful performance with a very positive message that makes you feel like “I can do it!” just by listening.

It’s recommended when you’re feeling down.

Born This WayLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Born This Way (Official Music Video)
Born This WayLady Gaga

This song, included on the album “Born This Way,” reached number one in the United States.

It became a worldwide social phenomenon, and it’s no exaggeration to say that it made Lady Gaga a charismatic figure.

It conveys important life lessons, such as loving yourself as you are and accepting others.

RoyalsLorde

Lorde – Royals (US Version)
RoyalsLorde

This song won the Grammy Awards for Song of the Year, one of the main categories, as well as Best Pop Solo Performance.

It’s included on the album Pure Heroine and reached No.

1 in both the US and the UK.

I’m inspired by Lorde, who is from the same generation.

Live ForeverOasis

Oasis – Live Forever (Official Video)
Live ForeverOasis

A powerful, hope-filled message that resonates in the heart—this is a signature song by the legendary British rock band Oasis! Featured on their debut album Definitely Maybe, it’s also known as the theme song for the film BECK.

Its bold declaration to “live forever” brilliantly captures youthful passion and ambition.

This track, which teaches the importance of facing forward even in tough times, is perfect for high school students dedicated to entrance exam studies or club activities.

Since its 1994 release, this classic has continued to give courage and confidence to many—be sure to give it a listen!

Something BigShawn Mendes

Shawn Mendes – Something Big (Official Music Video)
Something BigShawn Mendes

It’s included on the album Handwritten.

You can feel the thrill and excitement right before something amazing is about to begin, and it really boosts your motivation.

It works so well precisely because it’s sung by Shawn Mendes, who’s on a roll right now.