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

CelestialEd Sheeran85rank/position

Ed Sheeran, Pokémon – Celestial [Official Video]

Released in 2022, Ed Sheeran’s “Celestial” is a song that makes boys and girls around the world swoon.

Its dreamy, warm sound, which reflects the world of Pokémon, evokes the thrills of everyday life.

The collaboration with the game firmly captures children’s hearts and is sure to resonate especially with those at an age where they dream of romance.

Let his gentle, compassionate voice immerse you in a feeling like celestial bodies coloring the world.

Break Free feat. ZeddAriana Grande86rank/position

Ariana Grande – Break Free feat. Zedd (Audio)

A signature song by Ariana Grande, who is hugely popular among teenage girls around the world.

It’s uptempo and hard to pull off, but if you can sing it, you’ll definitely look like a diva just like Ariana.

If you’re a junior high school student who wants to sing Western pop in a cool way, this is an uplifting song you should definitely learn to sing.

SacrificeBebe Rexha87rank/position

Bebe Rexha – Sacrifice [Official Music Video]

A true dance music classic, “Sacrifice.” This track was released in 2021 by American singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha and is included on the album “Better Mistakes,” released the same year.

Though it runs only about two and a half minutes, its catchy melody, shimmering piano sounds, and driving drum beat make for an undeniably cool vibe from start to finish.

Be sure to check it out.

Dancing Feet ft. DNCEKygo88rank/position

Kygo – Dancing Feet (Official Video) ft. DNCE

Kygo is a music producer whose upbeat musicality has earned him a global fanbase.

As one of Norway’s leading producers, he has been active since the late 2000s and is hugely popular in genres like tropical house and progressive house.

Among his works, a track I especially recommend is “Dancing Feet ft.

DNCE.” With its refreshingly summery sound, it’s perfect for listening during summer vacation.

BoatEd Sheeran89rank/position

Ed Sheeran – Boat [Official Video]

Ed Sheeran, a singer-songwriter from the UK loved by many listeners for his catchy musical style.

I think many middle schoolers know about him too.

Among Ed Sheeran’s works, the one I especially recommend is Boat.

Content-wise, it’s a painfully heartbreaking breakup song.

For middle schoolers who’ve just gone through a breakup, I think the lyrics will be highly relatable, so definitely give it a listen.

What Am IWhy Don’t We90rank/position

Why Don’t We “What Am I” (with Japanese subtitles)

The song “What Am I,” which Ed Sheeran wrote for the idol-type boy band Why Don’t We in Japan’s terms, features wonderfully romantic, dreamy lyrics.

The title itself also has a depth that makes you curious about its meaning at first glance.

Be sure to enjoy it while listening to the lyrics!

See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa91rank/position

Wiz Khalifa – See You Again ft. Charlie Puth [Official Video] Furious 7 Soundtrack

When it comes to must-listen tearjerker songs for young people, this is the one! It was also used as an insert song in the hugely popular film Fast & Furious, and it’s a wonderful track filled with the passion of deep friendship.

It’s a classic beloved not only in Japan but by young people all around the world.