[Middle School Students] Karaoke Popularity Ranking by Generation [2025]

It’s my lifeBon Jovi64rank/position

Bon Jovi – It’s My Life (Official Music Video)

Opening with a powerful shout, this song is a masterpiece that heralded the dawn of Bon Jovi’s new golden era.

Released in May 2000 as the lead single from the album “Crush,” it dominated charts worldwide and signaled the band’s triumphant return.

Characterized by a simple riff and a driving, fast-paced rhythm, it’s guaranteed to be a hit at karaoke.

The lyrics, which celebrate the importance of living true to yourself, deliver a message that resonates across generations.

It’s a track that brilliantly fuses the vigor that speaks to younger listeners with the seasoned confidence of veterans.

When you sing it at karaoke, try belting it out and revel in the feeling of embracing your own life.

Every Breath You TakeThe Police65rank/position

The Police – Every Breath You Take (Official Music Video)

The Police are a legendary British band that earned extremely high acclaim worldwide.

It’s the band of the genius artist Sting.

The Police explored a variety of genres, and of course they also created songs that are easy for listeners to sing.

Among them, the one I recommend is Every Breath You Take.

In Japan, it became well known thanks to a cover collaboration by Thelma Aoyama and Brian McKnight.

While the B section is a bit challenging, the A section doesn’t require belting, so I think it’s easy to sing even for junior high school students whose vocal cords can be sensitive due to changes during their growth period.

Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi66rank/position

Bon Jovi – Livin’ On A Prayer

Among younger generations, fewer people know Bon Jovi, but their songs are undeniably ones everyone has heard at least once.

The choruses are powerful—tracks that make you want to shout and sing along with everyone.

And despite that strength, the lyrics flow at a relaxed pace, making the songs easy to sing even for those not used to English.

bad guyBillie Eilish67rank/position

Billie Eilish – bad guy

Billie Eilish, an American singer-songwriter who is highly acclaimed around the world, is known for her dark and melancholic songs, and she has continued to thrive without fundamentally changing her musical style since her debut.

Her biggest hit is “bad guy.” It was a massive hit in 2019, so even junior high school students are probably familiar with it.

While the track showcases her dark aesthetic, it’s crafted with an overall groovy, catchy melody.

It’s rare to find a song this upbeat with such a softly sung vocal line, so be sure to try it at karaoke.

We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun68rank/position

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

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.

ButterBTS69rank/position

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘Butter’ Official MV

BTS is an idol group that’s extremely popular in Japan as well.

They’ve also gained a fair amount of popularity in English-speaking countries, and recently even earned a Grammy nomination.

Speaking of their hit songs, of course “Butter” comes to mind.

It’s one of their signature tracks, with an overall very catchy and pop feel.

Because of that, the song isn’t quirky or hard to approach, making it easy for anyone to enjoy.

For these reasons, it’s a track that can be recommended to middle school students too.

Blinding LightsThe Weeknd70rank/position

The Weeknd – Blinding Lights (Official Video)

Amid a worldwide revival boom, the musical style of the 1980s is drawing fresh attention.

One of the songs that helped spark this trend is Blinding Lights.

It’s a track by the globally renowned singer-songwriter The Weeknd, and it became a massive hit in 2019.

While it strongly reflects elements of Black music, it’s primarily driven by synthwave, which makes the vocal line very smooth.

As long as you can stay on pitch, even a junior high school student could sing it pretty stylishly.