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A wonderful classic

Western songs that high school students like. Classic and popular hits from overseas.

I’ve put together a collection of Western songs that you’d hear at least once a day somewhere around high school! Even if you don’t usually listen to Western music, I’m sure you’ve heard these tracks at least once.

Take this opportunity to listen to songs beyond Japanese music—something might spark inside you!

Western songs that high school students like: Classic and popular hits from overseas (111–120)

Marry The NightLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Marry The Night (Official Music Video)
Marry The NightLady Gaga

It’s a hidden gem by an American pop star who’s extremely well-known in Japan.

The song showcases her signature cool sound and is a real mood booster.

I think even on sleepy mornings it’ll get you grooving, so I recommend it to high school students.

Not AgainStaind

Staind – Not Again (Official Video)
Not AgainStaind

It’s a song by a popular American progressive rock band.

Featuring their signature intense metal sound and a wistful, melancholic melody, it isn’t well-known, but any metal-loving high school student is sure to like it.

5. MärzMegaherz

They’re a popular German metal band.

They cover their entire bodies with crazed makeup, and, just as their look suggests, they play an extreme metal sound.

In this song, you can really enjoy the vocalist’s distinctive voice.

It’s not a famous track, but I recommend it to younger listeners, like high school students.

Dangerous WomanAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – Dangerous Woman (Official Video)
Dangerous WomanAriana Grande

A powerful ballad characterized by a retro blues vibe with organ and guitar solo sounds.

It was released in 2016 by American singer Ariana Grande.

The track became a hit around the world and was nominated for a Grammy Award.

What The HellAvril Lavigne

An energetic song that powerfully expresses the hearts of young people seeking freedom.

Released in January 2011 as the lead single from Avril Lavigne’s fourth album, Goodbye Lullaby, it reached the top 20 around the world.

True to the artist often called the queen of pop punk, it features a catchy melody and a powerful vocal performance.

The lyrics positively sing about the desire to break free from constraints.

Belt it out and dance with your friends, and you’ll feel more energized to face tomorrow.

For high school students who want to live true to themselves, why not celebrate your youth with this song?

That’s What I LikeBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – That’s What I Like [Official Music Video]
That’s What I LikeBruno Mars

A track released in 2017 by American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars.

It was performed live at the 2017 Grammy Awards.

The track has been used in TV series such as Crashing and Being Mary Jane.

Chained To The RhythmKaty Perry ft. Skip Marley

Katy Perry – Chained To The Rhythm (Official) ft. Skip Marley
Chained To The RhythmKaty Perry ft. Skip Marley

A tropical disco track released in 2017 by Katy Perry.

Featuring politically charged lyrics, it was produced with involvement from Australian singer-songwriter Sia.

The candy-colored music video was directed by Matthew Cullen.