[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!
Playlist
| [2026] Easy-to-Sing Foreign Songs for Middle Schoolers: Recommended Picks for Karaoke | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Eyes ClosedEd Sheeran | play_arrow | A heartfelt ballad by Ed Sheeran |
| 2east | Dance The NightDua Lipa | play_arrow | Dua Lipa’s song from the Barbie movie is light and catchy. |
| 3east | High HopesPanic! At The Disco | play_arrow | The iconic emo band song “High Hopes” |
| 4east | RoarKaty Perry | play_arrow | Katie Perry’s smash hit that boosts self-esteem |
| 5east | A Thousand MilesVanessa Carlton | play_arrow | A classic heartbreak song distinguished by its piano melody |
| 6east | It’s my lifeBon Jovi | play_arrow | A masterpiece that heralds the comeback of Bon Jovi |
| 7east | Live While We’re YoungOne Direction | play_arrow | A youth anthem that celebrates young people's spirit of adventure |
| 8east | get him back!Olivia Rodrigo | play_arrow | An impressive song that sings about complex romantic feelings |
| 9east | She Looks So Perfect5 Seconds of Summer | play_arrow | A pop-rock coming-of-age song that resonates with the heart |
| 10east | She Will Be LovedMaroon 5 | play_arrow | A masterpiece with a melody and lyrics that evoke empathy |
| 11east | ComplicatedAvril Lavigne | play_arrow | Queen of pop-punk, Avril Lavigne |
| 12east | Blinding LightsThe Weeknd | play_arrow | 80s music makes a comeback as The Weeknd’s songs draw attention |
| 13east | Made You LookMeghan Trainor | play_arrow | Confident and pop tunes that make your body sway |
| 14east | That’s What You GetParamore | play_arrow | Paramore’s exhilarating, fast-paced masterpiece |
| 15east | As It WasHarry Styles | play_arrow | Harry Styles' signature song 'As It Was' |
| 16east | I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder | play_arrow | Stevie Wonder is still active. |
| 17east | I’m YoursJason Mraz | play_arrow | A refreshing, heartwarming acoustic guitar classic |
| 18east | Love StoryTaylor Swift | play_arrow | Taylor Swift’s love songs express youth |
| 19east | I’m In Love With YouThe 1975 | play_arrow | A classic by a British indie rock band |
| 20east | WonderwallOasis | play_arrow | An iconic song representing the 90s, loved around the world. |
| 21east | The First TimeDamiano David | play_arrow | Damiano’s solo track: an ’80s pop song themed around first love |
| 22east | Up From The BottomLinkin Park | play_arrow | Linkin Park's new single |
| 23east | clichémgk | play_arrow | Machine Gun Kelly’s pop-punk song |
| 24east | I Want It That WayBackstreet Boys | play_arrow | A classic hit by a popular 90s boy group |
| 25east | Yesterday Once MoreCarpenters | play_arrow | People who still love the Carpenters’ classic songs |
| 26east | Let It GoIdina Menzel | play_arrow | “Let It Go” is a song about self-liberation. |
| 27east | Love YourselfJustin Bieber | play_arrow | Justin Bieber's hit song tops the U.S. charts |
| 28east | What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction (Wan Dairekushon) | play_arrow | A moving piece featuring One Direction’s famous hit |
| 29east | Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen | play_arrow | A refreshing electropop track, music that makes your heart dance |
| 30east | Just The Way You AreBruno Mars | play_arrow | Introducing Bruno Mars’s classic song “Just The Way You Are” |
| 31east | STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber | play_arrow | The signature song of 1980s-style synth-pop, 'STAY' |
| 32east | bad guyBillie Eilish | play_arrow | Billie Eilish’s dark songs |
| 33east | Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen | play_arrow | Carly Rae Jepsen, popular for her catchy pop lyrics |
| 34east | We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift | play_arrow | Taylor Swift, a songstress thriving across multiple genres |
| 35east | abcdefuGAYLE | play_arrow | GAYLE’s popular TikTok hit “abcdefu” is perfect for middle school students. |
| 36east | I Was Born To Love YouQueen | play_arrow | Queen's classic hit has regained attention among young people. |
| 37east | Favorite SongToosii | play_arrow | Toosii’s “Favorite Song” is popular. |
| 38east | Every Breath You TakeThe Police | play_arrow | A classic song by the legendary band, The Police |


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