Moving Western songs recommended for junior high school students: world classics and popular hits

FirefliesOwl City

Owl City – Fireflies (Official Music Video)

If you’re a middle schooler who likes the Poppo Song, you know Owl City too, right? This track is becoming a new benchmark for pop songs, so it’s definitely not one to miss.

In those sensitive middle school years, you need pop with this level of sparkle.

Don’t Let Me DownThe Chainsmokers ft. Daya

The Chainsmokers – Don’t Let Me Down (Official Video) ft. Daya

Speaking of autumn, it’s a comfortable season, so many middle schoolers probably go out with friends.

This is the song I want you to listen to with your friends on those outings.

In the music video, the two members of The Chainsmokers are shown driving.

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BraveSara Bareilles

Sara Bareilles – Brave (Official Video)

Speaking of Western songs that give you courage, how about this track by Sara Bareilles? Its powerful drumbeat and uplifting chorus will put you in a bright, refreshing mood.

I think it’s perfect as a cheer song for summer high school baseball.

MockingbirdEminem

Eminem – Mockingbird [Official Music Video]

A track released in 2005 by the American rapper Eminem.

It samples the traditional 1939 folk song “Hush, Little Baby.” The track is inspired by Eminem’s relationships with his biological daughter, his wife, and his adopted child.

The Little Things Give You AwayLinkin Park

The Little Things Give You Away – Linkin Park (Minutes To Midnight)

An emotional track inspired by Hurricane Katrina, which struck New Orleans.

It is included on the album Minutes To Midnight, released by the American rock band Linkin Park.

It is one of the few Linkin Park tracks that features a guitar solo.