[2025] Recommended for people in their 20s! A roundup of classic Western hits that always get the crowd going
The 2010s were an era when smartphones and social media brought sweeping changes to culture, and our values around how we approach and listen to music shifted dramatically.
For those in their twenties today who spent their teenage, formative years during that whirlwind period, we’ve put together a list of classic Western pop hits that, from the very first intro, will transport you back and get you hyped both body and soul.
Many of these were massive hits you still hear even after the 2020s began, so it’s an article that teens who were too young to clearly remember the 2010s can enjoy as well.
If you’re part of the spot-on generation, feel free to use this as a reference for karaoke sessions with peers or background music at events.
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[2025] Recommended for people in their 20s! A roundup of guaranteed crowd-pleasing Western music classics (1–10)
We Found Love (ft. Calvin Harris)Rihanna
The moment the electronic beat kicks in, my heart races.
Rihanna’s powerful vocals blend perfectly with Calvin Harris’s sophisticated sound.
Released in 2011, this track became a massive hit as the lead single from the album Talk That Talk.
The theme of “finding love in a hopeless place” runs throughout the song.
The lyrics capture both the joy and the danger of love, leaving a deep impression on listeners.
It’s guaranteed to hype up a party or a get-together with friends! But it’s also great to listen to alone—you’re sure to discover something new.
SorryJustin Bieber
The classic that colored my youth still resonates in my heart today.
Justin Bieber’s song conveys the importance of admitting mistakes and offering an apology.
Its catchy melody and danceable beat are striking, and every time I listen, my body starts to move on its own.
Released in October 2015 and included on the album “Purpose,” the track became a massive hit worldwide.
It’s guaranteed to liven up gatherings with friends or a karaoke night.
Those in their twenties who have experienced reflection and growth will surely relate to this song.
Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen
An undeniably perfect pop song featuring a danceable beat, an unmistakably catchy melody, and Carly Rae Jepsen’s cute vocals.
The straightforward lyrics, which sing directly from the heart of a girl in love, always bring back that feeling of being a girl in love.
Released in February 2012, the song became a massive hit in Canada and later found success in the United States as well.
It reached No.
1 on the Canadian charts and topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.
S.
, holding that position for nine weeks.
It’s a timeless classic for weddings and all kinds of events!
[2025] Recommended for people in their 20s! A roundup of guaranteed crowd-pleasing classic Western songs (11–20)
Wake Me UpAvicii
A massive hit gifted to the world in 2013 by Avicii, Sweden’s globally renowned music producer and DJ.
While rooted in EDM-style sound design, it also features light acoustic guitar backing, making it a wonderful classic brimming with a folk-like, songful spirit.
Released as the lead single from his debut album “True,” it became a hit across many countries.
Combined with American soul singer Aloe Blacc’s expansive, soulful vocals, it’s a track loved across generations.
This piece resonates with the heart, the kind of song you’ll want to listen to alongside memories of youth and summer.
It’s also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for karaoke and parties.
We Are Young (ft. Janelle Monáe)Fun
A classic song that captures youth, released in 2011.
Featured on the album “Some Nights,” it became a massive hit, reaching No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts.
Its lyrics celebrating youth and freedom are easy to relate to in many situations.
You can also enjoy the captivating harmonies born from the collaboration between Fun.
and Janelle Monáe.
The guitar riffs and rhythms feel great, and the catchy pop melody will have you humming along.
It’s the perfect track for people in their twenties who want to revel in their youth, or for making memories with friends.
Also recommended as background music for graduation or the start of a new school term.
If everyone links arms and sings together, it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.
Shape of youEd Sheeran
This song shines with its light, breezy acoustic guitar backing and outstanding melodic sensibility.
Released by Ed Sheeran in 2017, it features striking lyrics about a romance that begins with a meeting at a bar.
Its poppy, catchy sound blends beautifully with a message that resonates.
Included on the album ÷ (Divide), it became a massive hit and captivated listeners around the world.
This track grabs the hearts of young people looking for fun times with friends and new encounters.
It’s the perfect song to liven up karaoke sessions or parties.
24K MagicBruno Mars
The sparkling, glamorous vibe is truly captivating! This is the lead single from Bruno Mars’s third album, 24K Magic, released in November 2016.
Skillfully blending ’80s synth-funk with ’90s swingbeat grooves, the track bursts with a party-ready energy that evokes the dance floor.
Apparently, the groove came together after a fun session in the studio.
It’s a song that fully showcases Bruno’s playful spirit and musicality, making it perfect for karaoke or event BGM.
It’s sure to add extra sparkle to lively gatherings of teens and people in their twenties.