Western pop songs that junior high school students like. World-famous classics and popular songs.

Music knows no borders, right? From Phil Collins, a titan of American rock, to beloved Australian classics, and even URU, a J-pop artist popular with today’s middle schoolers.

We’ll take our time introducing a selection of masterpieces that move hearts around the world.

There are tear-jerking ballads and refreshing pop tunes.

You’re sure to find a song that resonates with your heart! Shall we experience the greatness of global music together?

Playlist

Western pop songs that junior high school students like. World-famous classics and popular songs.
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Try EverythingShakira		A classic song that sings of the courage to never give up and the strength to move forward
2	SorryJustin Bieber		Bieber’s song carries a profound message for young people.
3	High HopesPanic! At The Disco		An anthem of encouragement that gives you the courage to chase your dreams.
4	The Lazy SongBruno Mars		A classic song that celebrates a laid-back day of rest
5	Santa Tell MeAriana Grande		A Christmas song about Ariana’s bittersweet feelings of love
6	Count on MeBruno Mars		A heartwarming song that celebrates the importance of friendship
7	This Is MeThe Greatest Showman Cast		An anthem of courage that celebrates being yourself
8	SugarMaroon 5		This one is cool too, and once you listen to it, you'll be captivated...
9	Bad DayDaniel Powter		Uplifting classics to listen to when you're feeling down
10	APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars		Expressing the exhilaration of a party and the sweet feelings of romance
11	Let It GoIdina Menzel		It’s become a song that everyone knows now...
12	EspressoSabrina Carpenter		An addictive blend that skillfully fuses pop and funk...
13	Baby ft. LudacrisJustin Bieber		Justin’s signature song that sings about the heartbreak of a first love.
14	shape of youEd Sheeran		We asked an elementary school child about their favorite Western music, and th…
15	It’s My LifeBon Jovi		Western rock music is popular among junior high school students.
16	Uptown Funk ft. Bruno MarsMark Ronson		Mark Ronson’s classic, danceable music
17	What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction		The handsome group is extremely popular worldwide.
18	SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire		A dance song loved across generations
19	We Will Rock YouQueen		Queen's classic song 'We Will Rock You'
20	Just The Way You AreBruno Mars		Bruno Mars’s music is innovative.
21	Let It BeThe Beatles		It’s a song everyone knows, but for the first time The Beatles…
22	GirlFriendAvril Lavigne		I really like this song. It was also used in a drama...
23	Heal the worldMichael Jackson		Among Michael Jackson's songs, it's relatively easy to make out the lyrics…
24	I Will Always Love YouWhitney Houston		This was the song that was used in The Bodyguard...
25	I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys		This one is also well-known, but the chorus and what comes after the chorus...
26	I Don’t Want to Miss a ThingAerosmith		A very famous rock band, and the moment you hear them...
27	Have a nice dayBon Jovi		Bon Jovi is easy to listen to, and I really love them.
28	Yesterday Once MoreCarpenters		One of my favorite pieces—I played it in wind ensemble back in middle school...
29	Tears In HeavenEric Clapton		It's so mellow that if I don't listen to this song, I—
30	Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses		It’s a band I got into in middle school. Once you listen…
31	Born This WayLady Gaga		Since it's a very famous song, I thought you probably know it well...
32	Don’t Stop Me NowQueen		It has lots of simple English phrases and is easy to remember…
33	My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion		I still love this even after the song’s intro starts playing...
34	Book Of DaysEnya		Enya, who is often used in movies and commercials...
35	Basket CaseGreen Day		I was shocked the first time I saw their band...
36	Because I Love YouStevie Wonder		This is the song we performed at the music recital in middle school...
37	HelloAdele		It’s just like Adele to create a song that draws listeners in…
38	Girls Just Wanna Have FunCyndi Lauper		This is another song that, once you hear it, won’t leave your head, and it...
39	HeroMariah Carey		This song is sung very slowly and tenderly…
40	Jumpin’ Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones		The Rolling Stones’ powerful sound...
41	BAILAR CONTIGOBlack Eyed Peas, Daddy Yankee		Love and parties set to Latin rhythms...
42	Some one like youAdele		Adele, who currently sells the most CDs, with that commanding presence, is about to...
43	I’m yoursJason Mraz		A cold fact that four of the members are the teacher’s sons...
44	What The HellAvril Lavigne		A fun song about personal freedom…
45	Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus		American singer Miley Cy…
46	BraveSara Bareilles		When it comes to Western songs that give you courage, Sarah…
47	Cheerleader (Felix Jaehn Remix)OMI		A reggae-pop singer from Jamaica, O...
48	A Whole New WorldPeabo Bryson & Regina Belle		Anyone who has seen Disney’s Aladdin will…
49	All I Wanna DoSheryl Crow		When I first listened to Sheryl Crow, women...
50	CarnivalThe Cardigans		I've been a huge fan ever since it became a big hit in Japan.
51	Favorite SongToosii		A love song that portrays the poignancy and hope of youth
52	XoBeyoncé		Extremely well-known in Japan for her dance impersonations of Naomi Watanabe…
53	Don’t stop believingJourney		This song, which represents Journey’s 1980s era, is…
54	Don’t look back in angerOasis		The worldwide success of Oasis’s first and second albums is…
55	Piano ManBilly Joel		Billy Joel from the late '70s to the '80s...
56	HardwiredMetallica		Metallica's 'Hardwired' is an anthem for youth.
57	With or Without YouU2		A timeless masterpiece: the struggle of love and the allure of music
58	thank u, nextAriana Grande		The American singer Ariana Grande...
59	Top Of The WorldCarpenters		Nostalgic English song, popular at school
60	ParadiseColdplay		Among rock bands, the ones popular with middle school students are call…
61	New RomanticsTaylor Swift		I started getting interested in Western music around middle school...
62	ChandelierSia		In this striking music video, in the blink of an eye…
63	7 ringsAriana Grande		The hugely popular artist, Ariana Grande, is…
64	Good LifeKehlani & G-Eazy		It even became an insert song for the movie “The Fast and the Furious”…
65	ViennaBilly Joel		Billy Joel’s supple, far-reaching singing…
66	Falling ShortLåpsley		With the bare minimum of sounds, and once you hear it, you can’t forget it…
67	Gotta Be YouOne Direction		One Direction, released in 2011…
68	FirefliesOwl City		If you're a middle schooler who likes the Poppo Song, then Owl...
69	Closer ft. HalseyThe Chainsmokers		The Chainsmokers are Andrew…
70	Good To Be Alive (Hallelujah)Andy Grammer		All my dreams have come true, and I'm at the top of the world...
71	CelebrationKool and The Gang		By Kool & The Gang in 19…
72	It’s My PartyLesley Gore		Lesley G…, an American singer
73	Never Grow UpTaylor Swift		A so‑called T… that sings about the innocent wistfulness of youth
74	Cut To The FeelingCarly Rae Jepsen		Carly Rae, a Canadian singer…
75	Cool for the SummerDemi Lovato		Demi Lov..., an American singer
76	Meet Me in the HallwayHarry Styles		The British singer-songwriter...
77	This Is How We DoKaty Perry		American singer Katy Per...
78	FormationBeyoncé		Lili by Beyoncé in 2016…
79	Breathe LifeJack Garratt		People can find something by losing something...
80	Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)Katy Perry		A mid-tempo piece that evokes a fun night...
81	The Edge Of GloryLady Gaga		By Lady Gaga, in 2011…
82	The SoundThe 1975		The 1 is a British rock band...
83	Don’t Be So Hard On YourselfJess Glynne		Western music that's perfect as a cheer song for summer high school baseball...
84	She Looks So Perfect5 Seconds of Summer		Cute looks and powerful performance…
85	The Way ft. Mac MillerAriana Grande		Boasting a cute look and outstanding vocal ability, …
86	Say SomethingAustin Mahone		I drew a picture of American teenagers...
87	Love On TopBeyoncé		Beyoncé, the world’s songstress who needs no introduction anymore. A wo…
88	SometimesBritney Spears		Britney, one of America’s most iconic divas…
89	I Really Like YouCarly Rae Jepsen		Once you hear it, you’ll never forget it! Such a catchy...
90	With Ur Love ft. Mike PosnerCher Lloyd		Those big, wide-open eyes are insanely cute—England…
91	Good Girls Go Bad ft. Leighton MeesterCobra Starship		Pop-punk with an impactful name…
92	Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran		Before their debut, they were homeless and earned about 30 per year...
93	SledgehammerFifth Harmony		Emerged from an American audition show…
94	UnconditionallyKaty Perry		Stylish and cute, also known for being a Japan lover…
95	Dear Future HusbandMeghan Trainor		Megan Trainor, the representative of curvy girls...
96	When I Look At YouMiley Cyrus		A drama on the American Disney Channel...
97	Only Girl (In The World)Rihanna		Not only a musical style centered on R&B, but also cu…
98	Love SroryTaylor Swift		It keeps racking up massive hits around the world and is popular among girls…
99	LightningThe Wanted		Isle, with its insanely cool pop tune...
100	Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon		Creating songs that fuse with an 80s sound…
101	Marry The NightLady Gaga		The American Pop—renowned in Japan for its exceptional name recognition...
102	Money,Money,MoneyABBA		This song reminds me of Aikawa Naoki’s Golden Legend. It was on TV...
103	Beauty And The BeastCeline Dion & Peabo Bryson		I became a huge fan after going to see the movie…
104	Ray Of LightMadonna		Among Madonna’s songs, this one is easy to listen to and simple...
105	If We Hold On TogetherDiana Ross		I even performed this in my middle school days in the brass band, so it’s quite fa…