[Middle School Students] Popular Western Music Ranking [By Generation]

You’re BeautifulJames Blunt71rank/position

James Blunt – You’re Beautiful (Official Music Video) [4K]

A love song by James Blunt whose sweet lyrics and melodious track exquisitely evoke a bewitching atmosphere.

Its style is approachable even for elementary school boys, and it has a vibrant flair that will liven up the room as a karaoke song.

IntentionsJustin Bieber72rank/position

Justin Bieber – Intentions (Official Video (Short Version)) ft. Quavo

It’s a song in which Justin Bieber sings with heartfelt feelings for his loved one.

Released in February 2020, the track features a melodic sound and striking lyrics that celebrate the other person’s inner beauty.

Bieber’s gentle vocals and rapper Quavo’s feature are woven together in a perfectly balanced way.

Included on the album Changes, the song reached No.

5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and captured the hearts of many.

It’s top-tier as a dance track—a well-loved classic often played on the dance floor thanks to its feel-good melody.

It’s recommended for times when you want to express gratitude to someone you love or when you want to cherish yourself.

Try EverythingShakira73rank/position

Shakira – Try Everything (Official Video)

This is a song that gives you a powerful push on the back, saying, “It’s okay to fail over and over—just try again!” Sung by the world-famous star from Colombia, Shakira, the track was written as the theme song for the Disney film Zootopia.

The protagonist’s strong will to keep taking on new challenges without giving up—even after falling down and getting hurt—is vividly portrayed over a bright, pop melody.

The song became a beloved classic worldwide, earning a nomination for Best Song Written for Visual Media at the 59th Grammy Awards.

It’s perfect for when you hit a wall in your studies or club activities, or when you want to fire yourself up to start something new.

It’s sure to fill you with positive courage and make you think, “I can do it!”

WonderwallOasis74rank/position

Oasis – Wonderwall (Official Video)

A quintessential masterpiece of the ’90s, this timeless classic continues to be loved by music fans around the world.

Created by Oasis’s Gallagher brothers, the song captured countless listeners with its catchy melody and relatable lyrics.

Released in 1995, it reached No.

2 in the UK and No.

8 in the US.

It won Best British Single at the 1996 BRIT Awards and was nominated for a Grammy the following year.

The crowd sing-alongs at live shows are nothing short of breathtaking.

It’s also a karaoke staple adored across generations, and it’s a song that even those not confident in English will find easy to sing.

Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande75rank/position

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande – Rain On Me (Official Music Video)

“Rain On Me,” a collaboration by Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga.

Released in 2020, this track gained worldwide popularity with its uptempo melody and visually engaging performance, and it won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.

While it’s a high-energy song, the tempo isn’t overly fast, making it a tune that anyone can get into and enjoy!

Hey JudeThe Beatles76rank/position

The Beatles – Hey Jude

Hey Jude by The Beatles is a song that sparked a social phenomenon and continues to be loved by many.

Its warm melody resonates across generations and is easy for junior high school students to connect with.

In particular, the sense of unity that swells toward the end grips listeners and won’t let go.

Said to have been written by Paul McCartney to comfort Julian Lennon, this song also stands out as a ballad; while it challenges singers with its wide vocal range, it has an appeal that makes everyone want to hum along at least once.

It’s a highly recommended track—please give it a listen.

Basket CaseGreen Day77rank/position

Green Day – Basket Case [Official Music Video] (4K Upgrade)

It’s a hugely popular pop-style track by Green Day, the pioneering American pop-punk band.

Among their songs, it’s relatively melodic, upbeat, and poppy, and I think its catchy vibe will deliver a comfortable groove and a lift in mood on a junior high school morning.