Touching Western songs recommended for high school students: world classics and popular hits
Have you ever experienced a moment when music moved you to your core?
It’s said that music can have many effects that stir our emotions—giving a push when we’re trying our best, or easing a heavy heart just a little.
This time, we’re introducing inspiring English-language songs that are perfect for sensitive and empathetic high school students!
Playlist
| Touching Western songs recommended for high school students: world classics and popular hits | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | This SongConan Gray |  play_arrow | Conan Gray’s soulfully introspective self-discovery song |
| 2east | Beautiful ThingsBenson Boone |  play_arrow | A powerful new song by a social media–popular singer |
| 3east | Thinking Out LoudEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | Ed Sheeran's heartwarming romantic songs |
| 4east | Try EverythingShakira |  play_arrow | Positive vibes from Shakira’s Zootopia theme song |
| 5east | Santa Tell MeAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Ariana’s Christmas song sings of love |
| 6east | High HopesPanic! At The Disco |  play_arrow | Anthem of Panic! At The Disco |
| 7east | This Is MeThe Greatest Showman Cast |  play_arrow | An anthem that encourages you to proudly be yourself just as you are |
| 8east | Wake Me UpAvicii |  play_arrow | Comfortable music and captivating vocals |
| 9east | I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys |  play_arrow | The Backstreet Boys' classic song |
| 10east | Bad DayDaniel Powter |  play_arrow | A song with a bright melody that cheers you on |
| 11east | SugarMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | A happy song to sing as a wedding surprise |
| 12east | See You AgainWiz Khalifa |  play_arrow | The movie’s theme song continues to gain popularity. |
| 13east | ParadiseColdplay |  play_arrow | Coldplay's iconic masterpiece |
| 14east | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | Expressing the exhilaration of a party and the sweet feelings of romance |
| 15east | Send My LoveAdele |  play_arrow | An album that showcases a vocal-centric musical style |
| 16east | The PrayerAndrea Bocelli |  play_arrow | Singer Bocelli who overcame visual impairment |
| 17east | Break Free ft. ZeddAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Ariana Grande’s hit songs and outstanding vocal ability |
| 18east | Dirty WorkAustin Mahone |  play_arrow | Music works that support tough jobs |
| 19east | It’s My LifeBon Jovi |  play_arrow | Bon Jovi’s hit songs are hugely popular around the world. |
| 20east | ComplicatedChristina Aguilera |  play_arrow | A Heartfelt Song by Avril Lavigne |
| 21east | My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of the movie Titanic |
| 22east | Castle on the HillEd Sheeran |  play_arrow | A story of Ed Sheeran’s youth and love for his hometown |
| 23east | We’re All In This Together (From “High School Musical”)High School Musical Cast |  play_arrow | An inspiring hit song from a youth musical |
| 24east | So YesterdayHilary Duff |  play_arrow | A song that gives you the courage to face forward and move ahead |
| 25east | You’re BeautifulJames Blunt |  play_arrow | A bittersweet unrequited love song that encourages many women. |
| 26east | CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake |  play_arrow | Justin's bright and refreshing hit song |
| 27east | RoarKaty Perry |  play_arrow | A globally popular song by Katy Perry |
| 28east | One Sweet DayMariah Carey |  play_arrow | Legendary duet song, No. 1 on the charts in 1995 |
| 29east | To Be With YouMr. BIG |  play_arrow | A signature ballad by Mr. Big |
| 30east | Memory Of The WindNAUL |  play_arrow | Korean songs with clear, airy vocals |
| 31east | HomePhillip Phillips |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song stirs the emotions of someone longing for love. |
| 32east | EspressoSabrina Carpenter |  play_arrow | A powerful song that supports the dreams of young people |
| 33east | Writing’s On The WallSam Smith |  play_arrow | The soaring vocals of the 007 theme are captivating, wrapped in an enigmatic composition. |
| 34east | Time To SaySarah Brightman |  play_arrow | Sarah and Andrea’s Supreme Duet |
| 35east | Whenever, WhereverShakira |  play_arrow | Shakira became a successful singer. |
| 36east | Gimme LoveSia |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that conveys the importance of emotions and love |
| 37east | Long LiveTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | A moving song that portrays the fulfillment of life with the image of a king |
| 38east | Blank SpaceTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Introduction to Popular Western Music Classics Around the World |
| 39east | Here Comes the SunThe Beatles |  play_arrow | A classic song that celebrates the arrival of spring and hope |
| 40east | A Million DreamsThe Greatest Showman Cast |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of dreams and hope |
| 41east | I Look to YouWhitney Houston |  play_arrow | Whitney’s classic that sings of love and bonds |
| 42east | Wild Flower박효신 |  play_arrow | Park Hyo-shin’s powerful soul song |
| 43east | We are the WorldUSA For Africa |  play_arrow | A charity song for African hunger relief |
| 44east | XoBeyoncé |  play_arrow | Beyoncé’s powerful ballad |
| 45east | Just The Way You AreBruno Mars |  play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s love song masterpiece |
| 46east | Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen |  play_arrow | Carly Rae Jepsen's coming-of-age pop song |
| 47east | We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun |  play_arrow | A global hit song that celebrates the vibrant spirit of youth |
| 48east | Let It GoIdina Menzel |  play_arrow | A global hit song from Frozen's theme song |
| 49east | Don’t stop believingJourney |  play_arrow | Journey's classic hit is back in the spotlight thanks to a TV drama |
| 50east | PrayingKe$ha |  play_arrow | Proud of myself even when I'm alone |
| 51east | Lean On (feat. MØ)Major Lazer & DJ Snake |  play_arrow | A popular song filled with the radiance of youth |
| 52east | The ClimbMiley Cyrus |  play_arrow | A song of hope that gives us the courage to pursue our dreams |
| 53east | What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction |  play_arrow | The appeal of One Direction’s debut song |
| 54east | Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)Shakira |  play_arrow | Shakira’s official World Cup cheering song |
| 55east | Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers & Coldplay |  play_arrow | A fusion track of EDM and warm melodies |
| 56east | Shut Up and DanceWalk the Moon |  play_arrow | A positive song that gives you a push to take a step forward in life. |
| 57east | See You Again ft. Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa | play_arrow | Charlie Puth’s moving hit song |
| 58east | Graduationbenny blanco, Juice WRLD |  play_arrow | A moving collaborative song themed around high school graduation |
| 59east | Stressed Outtwenty one pilots |  play_arrow | Nostalgia song by Twenty One Pilots |
| 60east | Oh My GodAdele |  play_arrow | A distinctive song: Adele's 'Oh My God' |
| 61east | Rap GodEminem |  play_arrow | Hip-hop is trending among high school students. |
| 62east | MemoriesMaroon 5 |  play_arrow | Maroon 5's moving tribute song |
| 63east | Lose You To Love MeSelena Gomez |  play_arrow | A timeless song that heals the emotions of high school life, Selena Gomez |
| 64east | California GurlsKaty Perry |  play_arrow | For high school students, classic Western songs are the timeless hits of yesteryear... |
| 65east | So Far AwayAvenged Sevenfold |  play_arrow | A hidden gem by a popular American metal band... |
| 66east | HeroSkillet |  play_arrow | The hugely popular American twin-vocal duo Chris… |
| 67east | Head Above WaterTheory Of A Deadman |  play_arrow | Discovered by Nickelback, they made their major-label debu... |
| 68east | SummertimeMy Chemical Romance |  play_arrow | A famous song by a world-renowned rock band from the United States... |
| 69east | TiredAlan Walker ft. Gavin James |  play_arrow | Western EDM that blows away the fatigue from the scorching heat… |
| 70east | How Far I’ll GoAlessia Cara |  play_arrow | Speaking of Western songs that feel summery, Disney’s a... |
| 71east | Heroes (we could be) ft. Tove LoAlesso |  play_arrow | We can be heroes! Summer high school baseball... |
| 72east | Let It GoDemi Lovato |  play_arrow | A Western song that blows away the summer heat, and... |
| 73east | On Top Of The WorldImagine Dragons |  play_arrow | The happiness I had dreamed of since I was a child was sudd... |
| 74east | Don’t Be So Hard On YourselfJess Glynne |  play_arrow | Western music that's perfect as a cheer song for summer high school baseball... |
| 75east | FireworkKaty Perry |  play_arrow | Launch the fireworks of victory! You troublesome star… |
| 76east | Die YoungKe$ha |  play_arrow | When it comes to songs that get everyone clapping along and hyped, Keshi... |
| 77east | Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)Kelly Clarkson |  play_arrow | The audition show American Idol... |
| 78east | All The StarsKendrick Lamar & SZA |  play_arrow | In 2018, it shattered existing box office records… |
| 79east | I See a VictoryKim Burrell, Pharrell Williams |  play_arrow | In the ending theme of the movie “Dream,” th... |
| 80east | I Won’t Let You DownOK Go |  play_arrow | How on earth did you film/shoot this? It must have taken a lot of practice... |
| 81east | Fight SongRachel Platten |  play_arrow | Rachel, who made her first visit to Japan in 2016, ... |
| 82east | BraveSara Bareilles |  play_arrow | When it comes to Western songs that give you courage, Sarah… |
| 83east | Never Give UpSia |  play_arrow | Never give up! The phrase from the title… |
| 84east | This Is MeThe Greatest Showman |  play_arrow | Nominated for the 2017 Academy Award for Best Original Song… |
| 85east | I Miss YouAaron Hall |  play_arrow | A rich and profound taste of Black music... |
| 86east | LonelyAkon |  play_arrow | Powerful vocals deliver a direct impact… |
| 87east | Every Time I Close My EyesBabyface |  play_arrow | Luxurious, exuding a sexy and mature vibe… |
| 88east | AnytimeBrian McKnight |  play_arrow | Authentic rhythm and blues and neo-soul... |
| 89east | My First LoveCarl Thomas |  play_arrow | Specializing in melodious rhythm and blues... |
| 90east | Happily Ever AfterCase |  play_arrow | The core is brought out through a melancholic vocal approach… |
| 91east | Say GoodbyeChris Brown |  play_arrow | Overwhelming party sense and genuine, full-fledged… |
| 92east | Where I Wanna BeDonell Jones |  play_arrow | The stylish rhythm-and-blues style is melod… |
| 93east | DifferencesGinuwine |  play_arrow | A melody so powerful that once you hear it, it never leaves you. |
| 94east | Let’s ChillGuy |  play_arrow | Dance classics and new jack swing... |
| 95east | I Wanna KnowJoe |  play_arrow | A rich, full-bodied vocal approach and high sense of style… |
| 96east | They Don’t KnowJon B. |  play_arrow | We’ll also incorporate elements of Japanese-style sound... |
| 97east | Crying Out For MeMario |  play_arrow | As an artist with overwhelming vocal ability, rhythm... |
| 98east | If You Love MeMint Condition |  play_arrow | A classical new jack swing ar... |
| 99east | DontchangeMusiq |  play_arrow | A high-level performance with rich neo-soul textures... |
| 100east | MadNe-Yo |  play_arrow | The rich, wistful melody line is absolutely incredible… |
| 101east | Butta LoveNext |  play_arrow | A melodious rhythm-and-blues app... |
| 102east | I’m TrynaOMARION |  play_arrow | It commands an overwhelming presence in street scenes, po... |
| 103east | Candy RainSoul For Real |  play_arrow | A universal sense for melody and kids' yo... |
| 104east | Moving MountainsUsher |  play_arrow | Soaring vocals and a moody track... |
| 105east | HappyPharrell Williams |  play_arrow | A song released in 2013, and MTV … |
| 106east | Got The LifeKorn |  play_arrow | Powerful vocals and a rockin’ flair are dancing... |
| 107east | Marry The NightLady Gaga |  play_arrow | The American Pop—renowned in Japan for its exceptional name recognition... |
| 108east | I Have NothingGlee |  play_arrow | A classic song from the movie The Bodyguard gets a new interpretation. |