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[2026] Easy-to-Sing Foreign Songs for Middle Schoolers: Recommended Picks for Karaoke

These days, you can check out music from all over the world with subscriptions, and plenty of middle schoolers enjoy music without worrying about whether it’s Western or Japanese.

That said, when it comes to actually singing Western songs at karaoke, it can seem hard and maybe a bit embarrassing, so for those hesitating, this article rounds up Western songs—both old and new—that are easy for middle schoolers to sing at karaoke.

From timeless classics you might find in textbooks, to recent hits by beginner-friendly bands, upbeat tracks you can power through on momentum, and songs with catchy melodies you can sing even with simple “katakana English”—give these various types of popular Western songs a try at karaoke!

[2026] Easy-to-sing songs for middle schoolers at karaoke! Recommended Western music (11–20)

As It WasHarry Styles

Harry Styles – As It Was (Official Video)
As It WasHarry Styles

Harry Styles, a member of One Direction.

Since One Direction went on hiatus, he has been active as a solo artist, and because he’s released a string of hit songs, I’m sure even middle schoolers know him.

Among Harry Styles’s tracks, the one I especially recommend is As It Was.

It’s a song based on synth-pop that sells itself more on the overall package than on the vocal line.

Because of that, it doesn’t require special vocal prowess, and if you can sing reasonably high, matching the pitch should be easy.

I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder – I Just Called To Say I Love You (Music Video)
I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder

Stevie Wonder was one of the artists who energized the new soul scene in the 1970s.

While contemporaries like Marvin Gaye, Donny Hathaway, and Curtis Mayfield sadly passed away early, he continues to be active even today.

Because of that, many middle school students likely know who Stevie Wonder is.

A song of his I especially recommend is “I Just Called To Say I Love You.” Black music can be challenging, and this track also features some difficult vocal improvisations, but if you’re just aiming to hit the notes, it doesn’t require a particularly high range, so I think it’s quite singable.

I’m YoursJason Mraz

Jason Mraz – I’m Yours (Official Video) [4K Remaster]
I'm YoursJason Mraz

This song is characterized by the refreshing tone of an acoustic guitar and a heartwarming melody.

Included on the 2008 album “We Sing.

We Dance.

We Steal Things,” it became a worldwide hit.

Jason Mraz’s gentle vocals tenderly envelop lyrics that celebrate love and life.

With themes of freedom and self-acceptance, it carries a message of cherishing the present moment, soothing listeners’ hearts.

It’s a perfect choice for a first attempt at karaoke, and one that anyone can find comfort in.

Its lively rhythm and catchy melody make it enjoyable even if you’re not fluent in English.

Love StoryTaylor Swift

This work is captivating for its youthful vocals and innovative lyrics.

Set to a catchy melody, Taylor Swift sings about a love full of high-school-style push-and-pull.

Released in September 2008, it became a major hit as the lead single from the album Fearless.

The lyrics, which modernize classic literature, and the distinctive storytelling are striking, giving it a universal appeal that transcends country-pop.

It’s the perfect song for anyone who wants to light up a karaoke session or for teens wrestling with matters of the heart.

I’m In Love With YouThe 1975

The 1975 – I’m In Love With You (Official Video)
I'm In Love With YouThe 1975

The 1975 is a pop rock band from the United Kingdom.

While they’re classified as pop rock, they also have strong elements of indie pop and synth-pop, resulting in smooth, easy-to-listen-to melodies across their songs.

Among their tracks, the one I especially recommend is “I’m In Love With You.” With its relaxed tempo and few high notes, it’s easy to sing even for junior high school students whose voices are changing and may find higher ranges difficult.

WonderwallOasis

Oasis – Wonderwall (Official Video)
WonderwallOasis

A quintessential masterpiece of the ’90s, this timeless classic continues to be loved by music fans around the world.

Created by Oasis’s Gallagher brothers, the song captured countless listeners with its catchy melody and relatable lyrics.

Released in 1995, it reached No.

2 in the UK and No.

8 in the US.

It won Best British Single at the 1996 BRIT Awards and was nominated for a Grammy the following year.

The crowd sing-alongs at live shows are nothing short of breathtaking.

It’s also a karaoke staple adored across generations, and it’s a song that even those not confident in English will find easy to sing.

[2026] Easy-to-sing karaoke songs for middle schoolers! Recommended Western music (21–30)

The First TimeDamiano David

Damiano David – The First Time (Official Visual Video)
The First TimeDamiano David

Damiano David, who achieved worldwide success as the frontman of the Italian rock band Måneskin, began his solo career in 2024.

This track from his album “Funny Little Fears,” released in May 2025, centers on first encounters and the rush of rising emotions.

He sings that the exhilaration of meeting someone for the first time surpasses drugs or thrills, making the song relatable even for middle schoolers.

Unlike the rock sound he’s known for with Måneskin, this is crafted as an ’80s-style pop song, making it an easy, pleasant listen in the morning.

If you play it before heading to school with friends, it’s sure to help you start the day feeling refreshed.