Ranking of Popular Western Music Artists Among High School Students [2025]

Party Rock AnthemLMFAO78rank/position

LMFAO – Party Rock Anthem ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRock

When it comes to defining party rock, this LMFAO track is the one.

Its energetic beat and catchy melody are striking, and just listening to it makes your body start moving.

Released in January 2011, the song took club and party scenes around the world by storm, spending six consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Featured on the album “Sorry for Party Rocking,” the track celebrates the joy of having fun at parties and is perfect for anyone looking to break free from everyday worries.

It’s also a great pick for school festivals and similar events, where you can get your friends involved and enjoy some upbeat dance music together.

Old Town Road ft. Billy Ray CyrusLil Nas X79rank/position

Lil Nas X – Old Town Road (Official Video) ft. Billy Ray Cyrus

Released in 2018, “Old Town Road” is one of Lil Nas X’s signature songs that gained popularity on TikTok.

Since he’s also famous for his 2021 release “INDUSTRY BABY,” some people might associate him with a more aggressive image, but the key point is that “Old Town Road” is actually the opposite—a country-style track.

It also seems like a great song to cool down to after intense dancing.

Plus, we recommend flowing from this track into “INDUSTRY BABY” in your dance routine!

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Lorde – Royals (US Version)

This song won the Grammy Awards for Song of the Year, one of the main categories, as well as Best Pop Solo Performance.

It’s included on the album Pure Heroine and reached No.

1 in both the US and the UK.

I’m inspired by Lorde, who is from the same generation.

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MAGIC! – Rude (Official Video)

A four-member reggae pop band from Toronto, Canada.

This song is their debut single from 2013 and is famous worldwide.

Its sense of humor is absolutely spot-on, and the relaxed melody is infused with a comfortable rhythm—there’s really nothing more to ask for.

Lean On (feat. MØ)Major Lazer & DJ Snake82rank/position

Major Lazer & DJ Snake – Lean On (feat. MØ) [Official 4K Music Video]

This is a song whose voice, brimming with the radiance of youth, resonates deep in the heart.

Captivating young people around the world, it became the most-streamed song on Spotify just a few months after its release in March 2015.

Its light, dance-floor-stirring rhythm pairs perfectly with MØ’s clear, translucent vocals.

The lyrics, which sing of a universal desire to be close to someone alongside the unique anxieties and hopes of youth, will leave a lasting impression on listeners.

It’s perfect for getting hyped with friends or psyching yourself up.

Give it a listen, and you’ll surely feel energized for tomorrow.

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Miley Cyrus – Flowers (Official Video)

American songstress Miley Cyrus rose to fame in the 2000s through Disney Channel’s hit series Hannah Montana and has continued to evolve as an artist, exploring a wide range of genres including pop, rock, R&B, and country.

Flowers, which she released in January 2023 as the lead single, is a precursor to her eighth album, Endless Summer Vacation.

It’s a moving message song about the importance of self-love, written after experiencing heartbreak and nearly losing herself, and then overcoming that period.

As one of the biggest international hits of 2023, your students have likely heard it somewhere.

Miley’s powerful vocals, memorable melody, and disco-tinged pop sound are sure to create maximum excitement at key moments in events like sports festivals and school field days.

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Nicki Minaj – Super Bass (Official Video)

This super pop song by Nicki Minaj.

Many people have probably seen the music video with pink wigs, leopard print, and neon.

While a lot of Nicki’s songs are a bit too explicit—especially for high school girls—this one is fun to listen to.