Western Music Ranking Popular with Men [2025]

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OneRepublic – Counting Stars

Haven’t been getting much sleep lately? If that’s you, why not try learning “Counting Stars,” a stylish, rock-tinged track by OneRepublic.

With its bit of a shouty edge, this song demands solid vocal skills, but it’s a great pick for those who love a challenge.

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Wham! – Last Christmas (Official Video)

A heartwarming Christmas song created in 1984 by Wham!, known for their diverse musical styles such as dance-pop and new wave.

The lyrics, which portray a bittersweet love, blend perfectly with the upbeat rhythm, resulting in an irresistible charm that captivates listeners.

George Michael’s delicate vocals beautifully convey both the pain of heartbreak and the hope for new love, resonating with many people.

Released in December 1984, the song stayed at No.

2 on the UK Singles Chart for five consecutive weeks.

Loved for decades afterward, it finally reached No.

1 at the start of 2021, 36 years later.

Its approachable, karaoke-friendly nature is also part of its appeal, making it the perfect track to liven up a Christmas party.

It’s a Christmas song especially great for men to sing.

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Queen – We Will Rock You (Official Video)

Included on their sixth album, News of the World, “We Will Rock You” is known as one of Queen’s signature songs.

Created so the audience could take part, its ensemble of just handclaps and foot stomps is simple yet tremendously impactful.

With its narrow vocal range and minimal dynamics, it’s perfect as an entry point to Western pop music.

It’s a massive hit that, when sung at karaoke, is sure to get everyone joining in for a rousing sing-along.

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One Direction – Story of My Life

The heartwarming ballad by UK-born One Direction is a gem that weaves a story of life.

Blending acoustic sounds with moving lyrics, it portrays bonds and memories with loved ones.

Released in October 2013 and included on the album Midnight Memories, the song became a global hit, topping the singles charts in Ireland and New Zealand, and was also used in Japan as the theme for an NTT Docomo commercial.

Cherished by many as a song that resonates deeply—especially during seasons of farewells and graduations—it continues to be loved.

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Bruno Mars – Just The Way You Are (Official Music Video)

“Just The Way You Are” is also known for winning the Grammy Award in 2011.

It’s a song that expresses straightforward love over a soft rock-like sound.

Written from a male perspective, it lists a woman’s body parts one by one and compares them to beautiful things.

Despite such literary expressions, the grammar is simple—a key point.

As a result, it’s likely easy to understand and memorize the lyrics without resistance.

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Bruno Mars – 24K Magic (Official Music Video)

I think a lot of people feel uncomfortable with this kind of dance tune.

But don’t worry.

Listen carefully.

They don’t really sing that much in this track, right? That’s right—it’s basically a rap song.

And the rap isn’t fast at all.

The chorus is a bit on the high side, but it’s not so high that you can’t sing it.

In other words, if you can pronounce English properly and manage the higher notes, anyone can sing it.

Plus, there aren’t many vibrato or long-note parts, so you don’t need advanced techniques.

Even people who are tone-deaf will find it easy to sing!

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Michael Jackson – Beat It (Official 4K Video)

Michael Jackson’s “Beat It” is a hit song from the iconic 1983 album Thriller.

A sped-up version has found new life on TikTok, sparking a global trend of challenges set to its accelerated beat.

Eddie Van Halen’s striking guitar solo still captivates listeners to this day.

With its defiant message and danceable rhythm, it’s a must-have not only for karaoke but also for energizing any party.

Seeing so many people get on their feet and take on the “Beat It Challenge” on TikTok reminds us of the song’s timeless appeal.