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[University Students] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]

We’re excited to present the latest top 100 ranking of popular Western songs among college students, all in order of most plays! It’s a rock-solid list packed with mega-hits featured in TV shows and commercials.

The playlist is updated every week.

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[University Students] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]
show_chartTitlePlaylistOne point
1Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)ShakiraWith a powerful, groovy rhythm and Afro…
2Despacito ft. Daddy YankeeLuis FonsiIt begins with the austere tones of a flamenco guitar...
3Wake Me UpAviciiAvicii from Sweden, E...
4We Will Rock YouQueenThe powerful rhythm of clapping and stomping electrifies the spo...
5Love AgainDua LipaMultiple Grammy Award winner with worldwide recognition…
6DALLA DALLAITZYIn 2019, as the junior group to TWICE...
7SacrificeBebe RexhaA masterpiece that truly embodies dance music, ‘…’
8Kirby SmashFoxskyThis artist is popular in the dubstep scene…
9See You Again (feat. Charlie Puth)Wiz KhalifaThis song, themed around friendship and parting, carries a bittersw…
10Shape of YouEd SheeranEd, who debuted as a folk singer, ...
11Uptown Funk ft. Bruno MarsMark RonsonIt features an energetic, danceable beat...
12SugerMaroon 5When you’re in the mood to listen to something with a slightly more mature vibe…
13Counting StarsOneRepublicA hit song that depicts the feelings of modern people
14Lean OnMajor LazerMight end up getting cast in a Japanese mobile carrier commercial…
15Shake It OffTaylor SwiftTaylor Swift’s hit song “Sh…”
16Mi GenteJ Balvin, Willy WilliamA refreshing dance beat and energetic rhyt...
17CloserThe ChainsmokersThe Chainsmokers, released in 2016, …
18HelloAdeleThe atmosphere is filled with a tragic air, like a heartbreak song...
19Rockabye ft. Sean Paul & Anne-MarieClean BanditA dance track that fuses electro and classical...
20Work from Home ft. Ty Dolla $ignFifth HarmonyFifth Harmony’s smash hit
21This Is What You Came For ft. RihannaCalvin HarrisCalvi, a highly popular DJ in the electro scene…
22BelieverImagine DragonsA rock ba... with a modern, stylish vibe that's really appealing
23All About That BassMeghan Trainor『All About That Bass…
24AloneMarshmelloMy favorite artist. And a college student...
25On The Floor ft. PitbullJennifer LopezIt depicted a feverish night on the dance floor…
26All of MeJohn LegendA song like a piano-and-vocal performance. But then again, it’s not exactly that...
27NumbLinkin ParkA Western music artist who’s really been around forever. Name recognition…
28Party Rock Anthem ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRockLMFAOLMFAO are rappers and da...
29Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers & ColdplayPopular DJ duo The Chainsmokers…
30That’s What I LikeBruno MarsNow the pop world’s revolutionary figure Br…, who has become hugely popular
31Love Me Like You DoEllie GouldingThis song by Ellie Goulding is featured in the film…
32What Do You Mean?Justin BieberA commercial featuring Suzu Hirose, Piko Taro, and others...
33Don’t Let Me DownThe ChainsmokersA top artist who ranks on the international music charts…
34Kill This LoveBLACKPINKBLACKPINK is a group from the K-pop scene that...
35APT.ROSÉ & Bruno MarsExpressing the exhilaration of a party and the sweet feelings of romance
36ParadiseColdplayThese days, in the CD sections of music shops...
37CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin TimberlakeEnergize yourself with bright, rhythm-filled music.
38Boy With Luv feat. HalseyBTSBTS has been becoming popular as K-pop all around the world...
39SeñoritaShawn Mendes & Camila CabelloShawn Mendes and Camila Cabello a...
40SwallaJason Derulo feat. Nicki Minaj & Ty Dolla $ignAmerican singer-songwriter Ja…
41AnimalsMartin GarrixThis song is a Western-style track you might hear played at clubs and similar venues.
42Say You Won’t Let GoJames ArthurJust listening to James Arthur makes me happ...
43HaloBeyoncéThe globally popular songstress Beyoncé's 2008...
44Hey Mama ft Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & AfrojackDavid GuettaAn upbeat electro house track
45Never Gonna Give You URick AstleyReleased in 1987, it became a huge hit at the time...
46It’s My LifeBon JoviA rock sound brimming with a strong message and a sense of speed…
47AS IF IT’S YOUR LASTBLACKPINKEven though it’s just this one song, so many different ja...
48HappyPharrell WilliamsAn exhilarating track that conveys happiness, a No. 1 hit in the U.S.
49Old Town Road ft. Billy Ray CyrusLil Nas X“Old To…” released in 2018
50Symphony feat. Zara LarssonClean BanditFrom the hugely popular Clean Bandit comes a tearjerker...
51TQGKAROL G, ShakiraA singer-songwriter from Colombia, …
52I Feel It ComingThe WeekndA soul-stirring voice blended with a soothing rhythm...
53bad guyBillie EilishThe hottest up-and-coming artist right now, Bill…
54Play HardDavid GuettaThey’re an artist whose work seems likely to divide opinions, but…
55Beat ItMichael JacksonWhen it comes to classic songs for a school sports day, one you just can’t leave out is...
56We Found LoveRihannaThis song that sounds bright is actually happy...
57Back in BlackAC/DCA high-tone-voice, shout-style band, AC…
58CAN’T HOLD US FEAT. RAY DALTONMacklemore & Ryan LewisAn energetic song that pushes your dreams forward
59Eye Of The TigerSurvivorAmerican rock band Survivor's 'E...
60Into YouAriana GrandeAmerican singer Ariana G...
61Black MagicLittle MixLitt… is a British girl group.
62FlowersMiley CyrusAmerican songstress Miley Cyrus...
63ButterBTSPerfect for the height of summer, Edgar de Po...
64STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin BieberReleased in 2021, it became a global hi...
652002Anne-MarieAnne-Marie’s … released in 2018
66One Kiss (with Dua Lipa)Calvin HarrisFrom the 2017 album release, the ’90s…
67Firestone ft. Conrad SewellKygoIt was a hot topic at the Rio Olympics too. Tropica...
68Blinding LightsThe WeekndA sound that blends near-futuristic vibes with retro charm...
69The NightsAviciiAn exhilarating track full of positive energy
70Pump ItThe Black Eyed PeasA masterpiece that sampled a surf rock track
71Finesse feat. Cardi B(Remix)Bruno MarsWith refined musicality, it has earned high acclaim from around the world...
72Like I’m Gonna Lose You ft. John LegendMeghan TrainorAmerican singer-songwriter, Mega…
73I Gotta FeelingThe Black Eyed PeasA must-have classic at parties and events that...
74GIRL LIKE MEBlack Eyed Peas, ShakiraPopular artist from Colombia, Shaki…
75SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire70s Black music, disco…
76High HopesPanic! At The DiscoAn impressive melody and a male high-tone voi…
77We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor SwiftThis song by Taylor, a global songstress, is tera...
78YummyJustin BieberThe world-famous idol singer, Justin…
79UnconditionallyKaty PerryAmerican singer-songwriter, Kate…
80Don’t Start NowDua LipaDua Lipa released in 2019...
81Sing Me To SleepAlan WalkerAlan Walker. A melodic-style Western music ar...
82We Were YoungAdeleCrying to Adele’s smash-hit album 25…
83GirlfriendAvril LavigneAlong with an exhilarating pop-punk sound, it...
84FANCYTwiceMany middle and high school students like K-pop idols...
85No MoneyGalantisThe Swedish electronic music...
86Fast Car ft. DakotaJonas BlueA globally popular figure based in London…
87Break My HeartDua LipaDua Lipa is a British singer-song...
88Mask OffFUTUREAmerican rapper Future...
89I Don’t CareEd Sheeran & Justin BieberEd Sheeran and Justin Bi…
90Bloody Mary (TikTok Remix)Lady GagaA piece with a strikingly suspicious-sounding intro melody, …
91Mr. BrightsideThe KillersThe Killers' classic youthful rock anthem
92CHEER UPTwiceThe highest popularity among female K-pop artists…
93Light it Up (feat. Nyla & Fuse ODG) (Remix)Major LazerFusing dancehall and reggae fusion…
94Wavin’ FlagK’NAANA powerful song that conveys hope and courage
95One More TimeDaft PunkDaft Punk’s exhilarating dance track
96StayZedd, Alessia CaraThis song by the popular DJ Zedd is a bittersweet love so…
97This GirlKungs vs Cookin’ on 3 BurnersA wealthy man trying to buy love with gifts...
98Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly ClarksonA powerful beat and a catchy melody are impres...
99All StarSmash MouthPower-pop brimming with exhilaration and a message…
100Don’t Be ShyTiësto & Karol GI don’t have any upbeat Western songs I can use for dance competitions...