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

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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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.

Have a nice dayBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – Have A Nice Day

Bon Jovi is easy to listen to and I really love them.

Even a junior high school student can enjoy their music and end up loving it.

As a junior high student, you feel like you’re listening to slightly grown-up rock, which makes you a big fan.

The melodies are easy to remember.

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.