[2026] Best Western Songs for Middle School Students to Learn and Study English

Until I Found YouStephen Sanchez

Stephen Sanchez – Until I Found You (Official Video)

“Until I Found You” by American singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez is a ballad known for its sweet atmosphere.

The lyrics are written in very simple English, so it’s a highly recommended song to look up Japanese translations online and use for studying English.

Not only the vocabulary but also the grammar stays mostly within what you learn in junior high school, so even those who feel weak in English should definitely give it a try!

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what would you do?Tate McRae

Tate McRae – what would you do? (Official Video)

Tate McRae, a Canadian singer-songwriter popular among teenagers, has a song called “what would you do?” that’s one of the English tracks I recommend for junior high school students.

In Japanese, “what would you do?” is expressed as “あなたならどうするの？” and some of you may have just learned this usage of “would” in English class.

This song helps you naturally pick up slightly tricky grammar—like modal verbs—that many students struggle with in junior high, so definitely try using it to help with your English studies!

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We Are Never Ever Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

Taylor Swift’s signature song “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.” It’s a 2012 track, but it’s still a popular song you hear all the time.

For example, it would be incredibly cool to sing it as an acoustic guitar solo performance or at karaoke.

In fact, the guitar chords are beginner-friendly, making it a perfect first step into playing and singing Western pop songs.

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We Are Never Getting Back TogetherTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

Taylor Swift’s 2012 release “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” dominated the charts in the spring of 2013.

Conveying the strength to bounce back after heartbreak, the song features Taylor’s signature catchy melodies and straightforward lyrics.

It’s great for learning intonation and natural phrasing, and it can help build your vocabulary.

You’ll also develop a sense of rhythm, making it useful as an English-listening resource through Western pop music.

With repeated listening, you’ll naturally find yourself singing along, and you’ll feel the joy of learning.

Foxey LadyThe Jimi Hendrix Experience

The Jimi Hendrix Experience – Foxey Lady (Miami Pop 1968)

With its retro charm alive in the modern day, Foxey Lady is sure to leave a special impression even on middle schoolers.

This track by The Jimi Hendrix Experience stands out with its guitar riff and instantly draws listeners in with a funky rhythm.

Whether you relax with it in your room or share it with friends during a break, you’ll likely feel the music’s depth even more.

The melody, energetic yet somehow nostalgic, may stick in your head all day once you hear it.

Listening to this song—where the band’s superb musicianship and Jimi Hendrix’s passion shine through—will open a new door to music.

Jumpin’ Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Jumpin’ Jack Flash (Live) – OFFICIAL

I love the Rolling Stones’ powerful sound, and after hearing them once I was hooked.

My bandmates in middle school used to listen to them a lot, and I got really into them too.

Their music is surprisingly easy to listen to, and the melodies are cool, so you can start picking them up right away.

Paint It, BlackThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Paint It, Black (Official Lyric Video)

Paint It, Black, a masterful fusion of past and present music, is a song whose unique world will resonate even with middle school students.

The sitar’s mysterious melody not only lingers in the ear but also leaves a deep impression on the heart.

Encountering classic songs from overseas can spark new sensitivities and serve as a catalyst for broadening one’s musical horizons.

While exotic, this track intersects with the exhilarating beat of rock, offering middle schoolers a fresh musical experience.

Don’t just watch—make time to truly listen to music and discover the melodies that speak to your heart.