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Recommended Western karaoke songs for middle school students

Western music has a kind of coolness that Japanese music doesn’t have.

I think many middle schoolers like it, too.

This time, we’ve selected Western songs that are perfect for middle school students.

We focused on high-energy tracks, so they’ll hype you up even when you’re listening with friends.

There are many famous artists included, so even those not familiar with Western music can enjoy it with confidence.

Feel free to use this as BGM for a friend’s birthday party or for a school festival performance.

Karaoke Songs in Western Music Recommended for Middle Schoolers (41–50)

99luft BaloonsNena

NENA | 99 Luftballons [1983] [Offizielles HD Musikvideo]
99luft BaloonsNena

A globally popular German pop song, which was rare for its time.

It’s a familiar tune in Japan as well, having been used as a TV show theme.

The lyrics are in German, making it quite difficult, but if a middle schooler can sing it, they’ll definitely look cool—a sure-fire crowd-pleaser.

Karaoke Songs in Western Music Recommended for Middle Schoolers (51–60)

The OneBackstreet Boys

Backstreet Boys – The One (Official Video)
The OneBackstreet Boys

One of the signature songs by the popular idol group Backstreet Boys.

It’s cool even from an adult’s perspective, but its edgy, chuunibyo-tinged vibe especially appeals to middle schoolers of that generation.

Since most of the lyrics are clearly articulated, with some practice you can sing it stylishly and become a hit at karaoke.

We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun

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

Fun’s hit song that sings of youth.

The chorus is striking, and once you get the rhythm down, it’s easy to sing along.

As the title suggests, the theme is youth, and for undefeated middle schoolers, it perfectly represents the present and is easy to relate to.

However, since there’s a phrase about drinking alcohol, it might reflect the youth of a slightly older generation.

Loser Like MeGlee Cast

GLEE 2×16 – Loser Like Me (inedito)
Loser Like MeGlee Cast

An original song from the popular musical drama Glee.

It’s an empowering anthem about strength that won’t be defeated by any words, and its upbeat, positive vibe makes it a great crowd-pleaser at karaoke.

Since it’s from an overseas school drama, it’s easy for middle schoolers—who are close in age to the characters—to relate to.

HelpThe Beatles

The Beatles • “Help” (Live) • 1965 (Reelin’ In The Years Archives)
HelpThe Beatles

One of The Beatles’ signature songs.

Although it’s over 50 years old, it still plays frequently on TV and radio.

Many Beatles songs are clearly enunciated, so there are plenty that are easy for junior high school students who are just beginning to learn English to sing.

Let It GoIdina Menzel

FROZEN | Let It Go Sing-along | Official Disney UK
Let It GoIdina Menzel

A famous song that sparked the Frozen craze at Disney.

Since Disney songs, including their international versions, are often played on TV and at various events, I think they’re familiar even to younger kids.

Even if the pronunciation isn’t perfect, the chorus—“Let it go, let it go”—is something anyone can belt out, so it’s a great song to get everyone excited.

All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You (Official Video)
All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey

A Christmas song so classic that you’d almost suspect there’s no one who doesn’t listen to it in December.

The tempo is fast, but since almost everyone has heard it, anyone can hum along at karaoke as long as they know the lyrics.

One of its charms is that it can surprisingly get a crowd going regardless of the season.