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

RoarKaty Perry57rank/position

Katy Perry – Roar

A standout track with a powerful message and driving tempo.

Its lyrics boost self-esteem and draw out your inner strength, paired with a catchy chorus.

Released in August 2013, it became a massive hit, selling over 9.

9 million units worldwide.

It’s included on Katy Perry’s fourth album, Prism.

The music video on YouTube has racked up over 3 billion views.

With its straightforward rhythm and repeated phrases, it’s perfect for karaoke.

Even those not confident in English can enjoy singing it in a fun, phonetic “katakana-style” way.

The Lazy SongBruno Mars58rank/position

Bruno Mars – The Lazy Song (Official Music Video)

“I don’t want to do anything today!” We all have days like that, right? This song is the ultimate anthem for lazy days that speaks for that exact feeling.

And the one singing it is Bruno Mars! Unlike his powerful tracks, this one has a laid-back reggae vibe, with hardly any demanding high notes or vibrato.

Just humming along casually somehow makes it sound good.

Released in February 2011, it’s also included on his debut album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans.

Give it a try when you want to relax and enjoy karaoke!

Love YourselfJustin Bieber59rank/position

Justin Bieber – Love Yourself (PURPOSE : The Movement)

This work, one of his signature songs, is a hit number from the album Purpose, released in November 2015.

With a simple arrangement centered on the sound of the guitar, the melody is remarkably easy to remember.

Since it’s sung in a whisper rather than belted out, some listeners may find it surprisingly easy to sing.

The song reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts and impressively topped the year-end chart for 2016.

Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen60rank/position

Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe

Carly Rae Jepsen is a female singer-songwriter who gained worldwide popularity.

With pop melodies and lyrics laced with humor, she became popular in the 2010s.

Speaking of her signature songs, it has to be Call Me Maybe.

This track tells the story of having a crush on someone who turns out to be gay, and it’s crafted with an overall bright, pop sound.

The tempo is relaxed, so even middle school students should find it very easy to sing.

Be sure to check it out.

What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction61rank/position

One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Official Video)

A signature song from One Direction’s debut album “Up All Night” that propelled them to global stardom.

It’s also well known for winning the British Single of the Year at the 2012 BRIT Awards.

Born from the songwriter’s real-life experience, the heartwarming message—encouraging a loved one who feels “I’m not beautiful”—never fails to stir the emotions with every listen.

From the intro’s guitar riff it’s irresistibly catchy, and the unforgettable melody is guaranteed to light up any karaoke session.

The chorus is super simple, so even if you’re not confident in your English pronunciation, you can power through it—perfect for a big sing-along.

It’s the ultimate feel-good anthem.

I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys62rank/position

Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way (Official HD Video)

Despite being an idol group, the Backstreet Boys earned praise from critics for their strong vocal performances.

While they may not be very familiar to many current middle schoolers, plenty of parents probably listen to them.

Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is I Want It That Way.

It has a fresh, ballad-like melody with relatively few high notes.

It’s an easy song to sing even for middle schoolers whose voices can be unstable, so definitely give it a try.

FireworkKaty Perry63rank/position

Katy Perry – Firework (Official Music Video)

One of Katy Perry’s signature songs.

Because the title means “fireworks,” it’s often heard in Japan during the summer.

Katy Perry has fans all over the world and is especially popular with younger generations, so many Japanese middle schoolers are fans as well.

It has a great sense of rhythm, and the chorus is easy to imitate after just one listen, making it easy to sing.