Recommended Western karaoke songs for middle school students
Western music has a kind of coolness that Japanese music doesn’t have.
I think many middle schoolers like it, too.
This time, we’ve selected Western songs that are perfect for middle school students.
We focused on high-energy tracks, so they’ll hype you up even when you’re listening with friends.
There are many famous artists included, so even those not familiar with Western music can enjoy it with confidence.
Feel free to use this as BGM for a friend’s birthday party or for a school festival performance.
Top 10 English-language karaoke songs recommended for junior high school students
As It WasHarry Styles
One Direction is a British boy band that gained worldwide popularity in the 2010s.
Even middle school students may know them through their parents or siblings.
Harry Styles was one of the most popular members of One Direction and is now thriving as a solo artist.
Among his works, a song I particularly recommend is As It Was.
Its sound is centered on synth-pop, a trend of the 2020s, giving it a nostalgic 1980s vibe.
STAYThe Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber
The rapper The Kid Laroi, who enjoys overwhelming popularity in Austria.
Although he’s a rapper, he has idol-like fame and is drawing attention from teenagers in Austria.
The work in which he collaborated with Justin Bieber—who likewise captures the gaze of teenagers around the world—is “STAY.” With a sound that blends synth-pop and hip-hop, it creates an overall refreshing vibe.
Be sure to check it out.
ButterBTS
BTS is an idol group that’s extremely popular in Japan as well.
They’ve also gained a fair amount of popularity in English-speaking countries, and recently even earned a Grammy nomination.
Speaking of their hit songs, of course “Butter” comes to mind.
It’s one of their signature tracks, with an overall very catchy and pop feel.
Because of that, the song isn’t quirky or hard to approach, making it easy for anyone to enjoy.
For these reasons, it’s a track that can be recommended to middle school students too.
Light SwitchCharlie Puth
Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth, known for his high vocal range and wide musical versatility, has gained significant popularity.
He became instantly famous for singing See You Again, the theme song of the film Furious 7.
His new track is Light Switch.
Perhaps riding the synth-pop boom sparked by The Weeknd, it features a sound that’s very similar to his hit song Blinding Lights.
abcdefuGAYLE
Right now, the song getting the most attention on TikTok is “abcdefu.” It’s by the American singer-songwriter GAYLE, and its use on TikTok has propelled it to worldwide popularity.
The big appeal of this track is, without a doubt, its punchy lyrics.
The song seems to depict GAYLE’s own love life, serving up a scathing diss to her ex.
If you’re a middle schooler who just broke up and can’t stop feeling angry, definitely give it a listen.
One DirectionLive While We’re Young
A hit song by the hugely popular British idol group One Direction.
More than the content of the song itself, you’re first overwhelmed by the youthful vibe of the music video.
It’s a track that radiates youth both in its melody and its lyrics, with lines like “Youth is something you only have now.” Despite its up-tempo beat, it’s refreshing and perfect for your school days—a karaoke song everyone can get hyped about together.
It’ll Be OkayShawn Mendes
Shawn Mendes is one of Canada’s leading singer-songwriters.
With his handsome looks, he’s incredibly popular among women.
As for Shawn, he was actually in a relationship with singer Camila Cabello until November 2021.
They were a famous couple, so many of you may already know this.
His song “It’ll Be Okay” is about their breakup and features very heartbreaking lyrics.