[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 (11–20)
Let It BeThe Beatles
A timeless hit by the Beatles, the world-famous rock band that everyone likely knows.
Its gentle melody has a calming effect, so I believe it can give studying junior high school students a small sense of ease—I definitely recommend giving it a listen.
The Real MeThe Who
It’s a classic by a legendary British rock band.
In this song, The Who’s bassist John Entwistle delivers an exceptionally lively, leading bass that drives the band and creates an incredible groove.
I think even today’s middle schoolers would really like it, and I’d love for them to listen to it while studying.
One TimeJustin Bieber
Even if you don’t listen to Western pop music, many people have at least heard the name Justin Bieber, right? He’s even appeared in Japanese TV commercials, so he’s widely known among the general public.
This song, One Time, was released in 2009.
Justin was 15 at the time—about the same age as junior high schoolers—and his voice hadn’t changed yet, giving it a fresh feel.
It’s a song where he confesses his feelings to a girl, and while he says, “I’ll say it one time: I love you,” he actually says it over and over (lol).
SorryJustin Bieber
This is a song by Justin Bieber, who is now incredibly popular.
He sings it casually, but the meaning carries a strong message to today’s youth.
It’s slower than I expected, so it’s easy to catch the words and feels like he’s speaking to you, which makes it a good study resource.
What Am IWhy Don’t We
The song “What Am I,” which Ed Sheeran wrote for the idol-type boy band Why Don’t We in Japan’s terms, features wonderfully romantic, dreamy lyrics.
The title itself also has a depth that makes you curious about its meaning at first glance.
Be sure to enjoy it while listening to the lyrics!
