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[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!

[2026] Recommended Western Songs for Junior High School Students Learning and Studying English (31–40)

what would you do?Tate McRae

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

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!

Foxey LadyThe Jimi Hendrix Experience

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

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
Jumpin' Jack FlashThe Rolling Stones

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, BlackThe Rolling Stones

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.

Favorite SongToosii

Toosii – Favorite Song (Official Video)
Favorite SongToosii

Toosii is an American rapper who is also active as a singer.

His signature track “Favorite Song” went viral on TikTok and gained worldwide recognition.

Many middle schoolers may be familiar with this track, too.

The song’s appeal lies in its lyrics, which emphasize the message that it’s okay to be yourself with the person you like.

For sensitive student couples, there’s a lot they can relate to.