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!
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Western pop songs that high school students like: Famous and popular international tracks (1–10)
Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon

A track released in 2014 by the American rock band Walk the Moon.
It features an ’80s pop and rock vibe.
The track has been used in many forms of media, including the 2016 films Norm of the North and Bad Moms.
Please Please PleaseSabrina Carpenter

A bittersweet pop tune that deftly captures expectations and disappointment toward a lover.
American artist Sabrina Carpenter pours her feelings into a sound that fuses disco-pop and yacht rock.
While she understands her partner’s imperfections, her struggle with their behavior in public is striking, realistically portraying the complexities of modern romance.
Featured on the album “Short n’ Sweet,” the track has received high acclaim, earning a nomination for the Grammy Award for Song of the Year and reaching No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The music video features Barry Keoghan and unfolds a Bonnie-and-Clyde-style story.
It’s recommended as background music for school festivals or cultural fairs, especially for indoor booths or rest areas with a calm atmosphere.
You Belong With MeTaylor Swift

A coming-of-age song that poignantly depicts a girl’s aching crush on the boy next door.
American artist Taylor Swift sings dramatically about the romantic conflicts that arise during high school life.
While retaining elements of country music, the song also has pop appeal and is loved by a wide range of generations.
Released in April 2009, it reached No.
2 on the U.
S.
Billboard Hot 100 and achieved the feat of being nominated in three categories at the Grammy Awards.
It also won Best Female Video at the VMAs and became a social phenomenon.
It’s recommended for listening while driving or when you want to relax.
Its refreshing melody and heartfelt lyrics will lift your spirits and energize your day.
Foreign songs that high school students like: Famous and popular overseas tracks (11–20)
Look What You Made Me DoTaylor Swift

A dance-pop track released in 2017 by Taylor Swift, sung about karma and revenge.
It is rumored to reference Kanye West and Kim Kardashian.
The lyric video surpassed 19 million views in its first 24 hours after release.
Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen

It’s a breezy, catchy pop tune that perfectly suits a summer blue sky.
This collaboration between Owl City and Carly Rae Jepsen caused a big buzz as soon as it was released in June 2012.
It became a huge hit worldwide, reaching No.
8 on the U.
S.
Billboard Hot 100 and No.
1 in Canada and New Zealand.
Its bright, uplifting lyrics and danceable beat will get your heart dancing.
It’s the perfect song for a drive with friends or for making fun memories.
Even on a hot summer day, this track is guaranteed to leave you feeling refreshed and exhilarated!
Stressed Outtwenty one pilots

A track that sings about nostalgia for childhood.
It was released in 2015 by the American music duo Twenty One Pilots and won a Grammy Award.
The music video was filmed at the childhood friend’s house of the drummer, Josh Dun.
Strip That DownLiam Payne ft. Quavo

A track released in 2017 by One Direction member Liam Payne.
Ed Sheeran was involved in its production, and it was inspired by Shaggy’s 2000 track “It Wasn’t Me.” It received its first live performance on the TV show The Graham Norton Show in May 2017.





