[2026] Best Western Songs for Middle School Students to Learn and Study English
If English class alone doesn’t quite satisfy you, but cracking open a workbook feels a bit heavy… then English study using Western pop music is exactly what we want junior high school students to try! When it’s music you like, it naturally sticks in your ears, which not only strengthens your listening skills but also trains your reading as you follow along with the lyrics.
In this article, we’ve rounded up a wide range of songs—mostly the latest hits—that junior high students can enjoy while improving their English.
From tracks with comfortable tempos that are easy to listen to, to songs with simple lyrics that are easy to understand, every pick is perfect as a study companion.
Find your favorite track and enjoy learning English through music!
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[2026] Recommended Western songs for junior high school students to learn and study English (61–70)
HardwiredMetallica
For middle school students stepping into a new world of music through Western songs, Metallica’s “Hardwired” is an energizing track.
It’s characterized by raw riffs and a powerful sound, letting you fully enjoy classic heavy metal.
When you want a break from schoolwork or daily life, put on “Hardwired” and you’ll be swept away by its powerful beat.
It’s a highly recommended Western classic that matches the energy of youth.
Just hearing it can refresh your mood, so it’s great to listen to between study sessions.
This Time AroundMichael Jackson
Songs that revive the sounds of the 1970s and 1980s in a modern way are winning support from a wide range of age groups.
These tracks—like Michael Jackson’s “This Time Around,” for example—have been loved by many people for a long time, and for good reason.
The song’s groove-laden bassline and impeccable rhythm convey both comfort and heat at the same time, making listeners want to move their feet.
Its diverse, resonant lyrics speak to the emotions and sense of adventure that come with junior high school years.
Timeless masterpieces like this are highly accessible to middle school students learning English through music, offering a wonderful opportunity to learn not only language, but also culture and emotional expression.
7 ThingsMiley Cyrus
It’s a 2008 release by Miley Cyrus with a cool, rock-inspired finish.
In contrast to its upbeat sound, the lyrics about an ex-boyfriend are poignant, but even if you’re heartbroken, this song might dry your tears.
The lively music video featuring energetic teen girls is perfect for middle schoolers.
SunroofNicky Youre, dazy
American singer-songwriter Nicky Youre, who rose to fame on TikTok.
His song “Sunroof” is a cheerful track that’s perfect for sunny days and is recommended for junior high school students! Since the song has become widely used on TikTok, which is also popular among middle schoolers, it’s great for listening with classmates—you’ll probably hear someone say, “Oh, I know this song!” The lyrics aren’t difficult and have lots of repetition, so why not try learning to sing it, using a Japanese translation as a reference?
WhateverOasis
“Whatever” will seize the hearts of junior high school students with its muscular, passionate guitar riffs and straightforward lyrics.
While you can sense the essence of the ’70s and ’80s in its musical worldview, this track adds a contemporary interpretation, keeping its freshness intact and never fading with time.
Its seemingly time-transcending sound also resonates with the revival boom, making it beloved by both new and longtime fans.
For junior high students with fresh sensibilities looking to get into English-language pop and for anyone seeking a melody that truly resonates, we recommend Oasis’s “Whatever.”
Viva Las VengeancePanic! At The Disco
“Viva Las Vengeance,” the solo rock project by Brendon Urie from the United States known as Panic! at the Disco, is a Western pop number popular among junior high school students for its catchy, easy-to-groove rhythm.
If the title were “Viva Las Vegas,” drawing from Urie’s hometown of Las Vegas, it would naturally mean “Long live Las Vegas!” But by playing on the word “vengeance,” it becomes “Viva Las Vengeance”—in other words, “Long live revenge!”—which gives it a cool blend of humor and aggression.
The song leans toward pop rock, and the guitar phrases are simple, so it also seems like a popular choice for junior high students as their first guitar practice piece.
Don’t Stop Me NowQueen
It’s a great song with lots of simple English phrases that are easy to remember.
I think even junior high school students can sing it easily.
I believe it’s also something you often hear in commercials in Japan.
The chorus is easy to remember and the song has a really good vibe.
I’ve loved it for a long time.