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

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.

PILLOWTALKZAYN

ZAYN – PILLOWTALK (Official Video)

“PILLOWTALK” is a track defined by profound lyrics and a hard-hitting groove that showcases Zayn’s unique, sensual appeal.

It’s a song that can prompt even middle schoolers to reflect on their own emotions.

While it rides the wave of a revival sound, it also feels fresh, with an easy-to-listen-to melody that makes it recommendable across generations.

Drawing inspiration from the past while looking toward the future, its sound captivates listeners.

Be sure to experience the depth and breadth of Western pop music through this song.

thank u, nextAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – thank u, next (Official Video)

The 2019 song “thank u, next” by American singer Ariana Grande.

It already has quite a mature vibe, but I think it really resonates with middle schoolers too.

The catchy chorus makes the English easy to catch and the meaning easy to grasp.

It expresses a strong determination to move forward even after heartbreak.

Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, just having this track in your player makes you look a bit cooler—it’s that kind of cool song.

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SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire – September (Official HD Video)

It’s a bit from the older generation, but it’s still a dance number heard in many settings today.

The chorus features a phrase everyone has heard, making it familiar across generations.

Since most of the lyrics are simple words to pronounce, it’s easy to use as a learning material, and with a bit of practice, even junior high school students who have just started learning English can sing it right away.

Chained To The RhythmKaty Perry

Katy Perry – Chained To The Rhythm (Official) ft. Skip Marley

She is a Western music artist who represents the United States, and a songstress admired by women.

For middle schoolers who dream of becoming a vivid icon like her, she is truly an ideal figure.

Her songs are beloved even by Japanese middle school students.