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

RockabyeClean Bandit ft. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie

Clean Bandit – Rockabye (feat. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie) [Official Video]

A dancehall track inspired by the traditional 1765 folk song “Rock-a-bye Baby.” It’s a collaboration between the British electronic group Clean Bandit, singer Anne-Marie, and Jamaican singer Sean Paul.

Released in 2016, it reached No.

1 on charts around the world.

On My MindEllie Goulding

Ellie Goulding – On My Mind (Official Video)

A track released in 2015 by the British singer Ellie Goulding.

It was inspired by her experiences of drinking too much and letting loose while on tour.

The music video, featuring actress Cristina Squyres, was filmed in Las Vegas.

Uma ThurmanFall Out Boy

Fall Out Boy – Uma Thurman (Audio)

A track inspired by films directed by Quentin Tarantino and by actress Uma Thurman.

It was released in 2015 by the American rock band Fall Out Boy and samples Jack Marshall’s 1964 track “Theme From ‘The Munsters.

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G.D.F.R.Flo Rida ft. Sage The Gemini and Lookas

Flo Rida – GDFR ft. Sage The Gemini and Lookas [Official Video]

A collaboration by American rappers Flo Rida and Sage the Gemini, along with Lookas.

The title “G.

D.

F.

R.” is named after the initials of “Going Down For Real.” It samples Lookas’s 2014 track “Low Rider (Lookas Remix).”

We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun

Fun.: We Are Young ft. Janelle Monáe [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Celebrated as a song that praises the dynamism and freedom of youth, it has found a place on many people’s playlists.

Upon its release in September 2011, it became a global hit and left a deep impression on listeners.

The chorus is incredibly catchy—so much so that you’ll find yourself humming it without noticing.

While reflecting on the turbulence unique to adolescence, its message also evokes hope for the future, which is sure to resonate strongly with high school students.

It’s a perfect track for making memories with friends.

I hope young people living life to the fullest today can listen to this song and feel the energy to face tomorrow.

Let It GoIdina Menzel

Idina Menzel – Let It Go (from “Frozen”) (Audio)

The theme song from the movie that sparked a worldwide boom in 2013.

It’s a moving track that portrays a woman unleashing the power she had kept hidden and embracing her true self.

Idina Menzel’s powerful vocals are striking, and the chorus is especially captivating.

It’s a song that even those not confident in English can enjoy.

Featured on the soundtrack of the film Frozen, it was translated into 25 languages.

In 2014, it sold 109,000 copies and became the fifth best-selling song in the world that year.

It’s highly recommended for high school students too—a song that gives you the courage to live as yourself.

Perfect for karaoke and sure to get everyone excited! Why not sing it with friends and have fun?

RadioactiveImagine Dragons

Imagine Dragons – Radioactive

This is one of Imagine Dragons’ signature songs, celebrated for its emotional power and distinctive sonic world.

It depicts an apocalyptic vision and personal transformation, with a dramatic structure that strikes deep in the heart.

Released in October 2012, it reached No.

3 on the Billboard Hot 100, topped the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart for 23 weeks, and became the best-selling rock song in U.

S.

digital history.

The music video has over 1.

4 billion views and has been covered by many artists.

It’s perfect for those who want to awaken a new self or are seeking change.

Try listening with friends and talking about hopes for the future.