2025: Classic Western Songs Recommended for Middle School Students (English Songs)
In the 2020s, with subscriptions in full swing, we live in an era where you can enjoy music from all over the world—from the latest hits to classics from decades ago—anytime, anywhere.
The barrier to listening to Western music has definitely gotten lower.
That said, with talk of younger people drifting away from Western music, this article picks out classic English-language songs recommended for middle schoolers, including tracks popular on TikTok and Spotify.
In the first half, we feature the latest buzzworthy and hit songs; in the second half, we include timeless classics.
From upbeat killer tunes to mellow numbers, we focus on tracks with melodies that feel familiar even if you don’t understand the lyrics.
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[2025] Classic Western Songs Recommended for Junior High School Students [English Songs] (21–30)
What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber
Sung by Justin Bieber, a hugely popular singer in Japan as well, this song is from a male perspective addressed to a woman.
The title “What Do You Mean?” is easy to understand grammatically, but it seems the true message Justin wants to convey lies in the lyrics.
It depicts scenes where a man feels like asking his girlfriend, “What do you mean?”, so try looking for those moments.
bad guyBillie Eilish
Since its release in 2019, Billie Eilish’s signature track “bad guy” is still being played in clubs of all kinds.
With this song, she won two major Grammy Awards: Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
In fact, it wasn’t just a hit single—it also defined her artistic direction.
Before this track, darker, heavier melodies were her hallmark, but after its release, she began to show elements reminiscent of dance music.
It’s a song everyone—from middle schoolers to adults—can get hyped to, so be sure to check it out!
WaterTyla
Tyla is a young, exceptionally talented singer from Johannesburg, South Africa.
Influenced by a wide range of artists from Michael Jackson to Rihanna, her music spans pop, R&B, Afrobeats, and Amapiano.
Her viral 2023 hit, notable for its passionate lyrics, captures intense romantic feelings and desire with direct, sensual expressions that convey unwavering longing for the other person.
Since its release on July 28, it has rapidly climbed charts around the world and sparked a social phenomenon, featuring in over a million videos on TikTok.
While the slightly sexy lyrics might be a bit intense for middle schoolers, this track is highly recommended for anyone who wants to get ahead of music trends before their school friends or take a peek into a slightly more mature world!
I’ve seen ur exflowerovlove
Flowerovlove is a London-born singer-songwriter.
She began making music in her teens with a DIY pop ethos and is also an in-demand model, marking her as a standout of Gen Z.
Released in February 2025, this track is a breezy slice of alt-pop.
Sweet synths and warm guitar tones create an addictive quality that sticks after just one listen.
The song portrays the jealousy and anxiety that surface when you learn about your partner’s ex—and the teen’s very real impulse to mask those feelings with a bold, self-assured front.
If you’ve ever found yourself putting on airs in love, you’ll likely relate to the protagonist’s emotions.
It’s a gem that captures a radiant yet bittersweet page of youth.
StayZedd, Alessia Cara
A worldwide hit by DJ Zedd, this track is elevated by Alessia Cara’s powerful vocals.
It’s a mid-tempo EDM song with the vocals front and center, making it easy for beginners to listen to.
It’s been played on TV and radio in Japan, so many of you may have heard it.
The song portrays the fleeting moments in a woman’s life—definitely one you’ll want to understand the lyrics of as well.
used to youmxmtoon
mxmtoon, a Gen Z icon who took flight from her bedroom in Oakland to the world.
This song is featured on her April 2020 EP, Dawn.
It’s a bittersweet yet beautiful coming-of-age track that sings of nostalgia for days gone by.
It seems to portray the complex feelings that mix loneliness with optimism when you drift away from close relationships and familiar places.
The dreamy soundscape—like floating through a dream—and her gentle, intimate vocals tug at the heartstrings.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to play on nights when you’re feeling a little sentimental.
As you settle into a new chapter of life, in those moments when you suddenly long for the past, it will surely be there to comfort you.
2002Anne-Marie
The song “2002” by British singer Anne-Marie.
As the title suggests, it looks back on the year 2002.
Since it’s a song that reminisces about events from past years, the lyrics are written in the past tense.
Because the lyrics describe things that happened back then, it’s a song where reading a translation makes it very easy to picture the scenes.