[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] A roundup of recommended Western songs for junior high school students to learn and study English (41–50)
Have a nice dayBon Jovi
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.
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Please MeCardi B & Bruno Mars
This is a collaboration between Cardi B, a musician who also shines as a TV host, and Bruno Mars, a singer from Hawaii.
It was released as a single in 2019.
It’s recommended for middle schoolers who are looking for a more mature-sounding track.
The lyrics can be a bit explicit and might be intense for some, but since it’s a collaboration between globally recognized artists, it’s perfect as an introduction to Western pop music.
Close To YouCarpenters
The Carpenters’ “Close To You” is also an excellent song for learning English.
This classic, which became a big hit in 1970 and has continued to be loved by many people, has clear and easy-to-understand lyrics that help improve listening skills.
The vocabulary is largely usable in everyday conversation, making it very practical for English learners.
The lyrics are rich in romantic imagery, which fosters not only language acquisition but also cultural understanding.
Singing along while listening helps with pronunciation practice and develops a conversational sense of rhythm.
Karen’s clear enunciation and the beautiful melody will make you feel more and more familiar with English each time you listen.
BoatEd Sheeran
Ed Sheeran, a singer-songwriter from the UK loved by many listeners for his catchy musical style.
I think many middle schoolers know about him too.
Among Ed Sheeran’s works, the one I especially recommend is Boat.
Content-wise, it’s a painfully heartbreaking breakup song.
For middle schoolers who’ve just gone through a breakup, I think the lyrics will be highly relatable, so definitely give it a listen.
Easy Lover feat Big SeanEllie Goulding
Ellie Goulding, a British singer-songwriter who has produced numerous hit songs, released “Easy Lover feat.
Big Sean,” a track that showcases her clear, translucent vocals.
Since the song features Big Sean, a popular American rapper, it could be fun for a male and female to sing it together.
The lyrics mainly repeat the chorus phrases, making it easy to memorize—even for middle school students—which is a big recommendation point.
Life Is Good ft. DrakeFUTURE
The hit song “Life Is Good ft.
Drake,” with Future featuring Drake.
Future is the one doing the featuring—kind of confusing, right? (lol) Future and Drake are rappers at the top of the American scene, and both are known for riding the latest trap-style tracks with ease.
“Life Is Good ft.
Drake” is also crafted into a highly addictive trap tune.
I recommend it to junior high school students, but please don’t look up the Japanese translation of the lyrics (lol).
It’s pretty explicit (lol).
Troubled TimesGreen Day
Green Day’s “Troubled Times” can be considered a perfect opportunity for today’s junior high school students to internalize the rhythm of English.
The punk beat that stirs a mischievous spirit and the lyrics that reflect the frustrations of youth come together in harmony, making it a fitting song for middle schoolers to release their emotions.
While sharply capturing a voice of protest, its somewhat familiar melody recalls music from the ’70s and ’80s, offering many points of connection for both parents and children.
Engaging with English-language music through this song, which resonates across generations, may also be effective for language learning.
I hope that, through music, middle school students can broaden their global perspectives.