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Western songs that high school students like. Classic and popular hits from overseas.

I’ve put together a collection of Western songs that you’d hear at least once a day somewhere around high school! Even if you don’t usually listen to Western music, I’m sure you’ve heard these tracks at least once.

Take this opportunity to listen to songs beyond Japanese music—something might spark inside you!

Western songs loved by high school students: International classics and popular tracks (91–100)

Another Day of SunLa La Land

La La Land – Another Day of Sun (Opening Number)
Another Day of SunLa La Land

This is the song that opens the 2016 buzzworthy musical film La La Land.

The scene of people in colorful outfits singing and dancing on a highway under the dazzling sun was unforgettable.

It’s sure to liven up summer high school baseball.

Shout Out to My ExLittle Mix

Little Mix – Shout Out to My Ex (Official Video)
Shout Out to My ExLittle Mix

This is a positive party song by Little Mix, a British four-member girl group known for singing and dancing.

The summery music video is also a highlight.

With handclaps and shout-along parts, it’s perfect as a cheer song.

I think it will help energize the summer high school baseball season.

Western songs that high school students like: International masterpieces and popular tracks (101–110)

I Won’t Let You DownOK Go

OK Go – I Won’t Let You Down – Official Video
I Won't Let You DownOK Go

How on earth did they film it? This unique music video, which required lots of practice and perfectly synchronized teamwork from the members, became a hot topic and was featured on TV shows.

I think its positive sound will make summer high school baseball even more fun and exciting.

Runnin’Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams – Runnin’ (Audio)
Runnin'Pharrell Williams

This is the song that played during the scene in the movie “Hidden Figures” where the protagonist sprints full speed from one building to another.

It’s a summer song featuring Pharrell Williams’s light and refreshing vocals.

Perfect for sweltering summer high school baseball games, or whenever you want to feel a bit cooler.

Fight SongRachel Platten

Rachel Platten – Fight Song (Official Video)
Fight SongRachel Platten

This song by Rachel Platten, who made her first visit to Japan in 2016, is perfect for cheering at summer high school baseball games.

The chorus, in particular, really pumps you up.

Just like the lyric “This is my fight song,” it’s a track that stirs your fighting spirit for the game.

Shine Ya LightRita Ora

We’re shining! This Western pop song is perfect for cheering on the players and celebrating their hard-fought efforts at the Summer High School Baseball Tournament.

Rita Ora, who’s also active as an actress—appearing in films like Fast & Furious 6—delivers a clear, soaring vocal that leaves you feeling refreshed.

BraveSara Bareilles

Sara Bareilles – Brave (Official Video)
BraveSara Bareilles

Speaking of Western songs that give you courage, how about this track by Sara Bareilles? Its powerful drumbeat and uplifting chorus will put you in a bright, refreshing mood.

I think it’s perfect as a cheer song for summer high school baseball.