Ranking of Western Music Artists Popular Among Teens [2025]

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MAGIC! – Rude (Official Video)

This is a song about defiantly declaring, “I’m absolutely going to marry her,” despite her father’s firm opposition.

Sung with a laid-back vibe yet showing a strong resolve to get married, it’s the kind of stance that any girl would probably find cool.

If you have a girlfriend you really love, why not give it a try and sing it?

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Mark Ronson – Uptown Funk (Official Video) ft. Bruno Mars

It’s a motivational song by Mark Ronson, renowned as a hit that exudes a new, discotheque vibe with dancer-like sound textures—perfect for karaoke.

Its refreshing feel makes it ideal for parties, and it’s also widely recognized among teenage boys.

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Miley Cyrus – Party In The U.S.A. (Official Video)

It’s included on the album “The Time of Our Lives.” This is one of Miley Cyrus’s signature songs, beloved by girls around the world when she was a Disney idol.

Above all, Miley’s laugh at the end—the “hahaha”—is simply the best.

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Nicki Minaj – Super Bass (Official Video)

A girly, cute track.

Its bright tone will lift your spirits the more you listen, so I highly recommend it.

The rap is fast and in English, so it might be challenging.

However, rap is trending in Japan too, so if you’re interested, definitely give it a try.

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Oasis – Wonderwall (Official Video)

We’d planned all sorts of things, but for those whose teenage birthday is shaping up to be just another ordinary day, here’s a signature song from Oasis.

It was memorably used as an insert song in the film “Mommy.” It’s a youth anthem for young people.

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Olivia Rodrigo – drivers license (Official Video)

It’s rare to find a song that portrays the pain of heartbreak this vividly.

Released in January 2021 by American artist Olivia Rodrigo, this work is an emotion-rich ballad that contrasts the joy of getting a driver’s license with the sorrow of losing a lover.

It poignantly sings of the protagonist’s feelings as the partner who once promised forever is gone, and she drives past her ex’s house alone.

The song set historic streaming records on Spotify and spent eight consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

It continues to be loved by many as a track that deeply resonates with those who have experienced heartbreak or are facing a turning point in life.

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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.