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

Santa Tell MeAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me (Official Video)

This is a Christmas song by American pop diva Ariana Grande that’s loved around the world every winter.

Set to an upbeat, heart-lifting sound, she sings a slightly bittersweet love story, asking Santa, “Will he still be by my side next year?” The glittering holiday atmosphere and the delicate feelings of a love in flux blend perfectly, making your heart skip a beat.

Released in November 2014 on the EP “Christmas Kisses,” the track was also performed on a Disney Parks special.

Its popularity steadily grew, and it became a new holiday staple—becoming the first 21st-century song to break into the U.S.

Top 5.

It’s the perfect tune for anyone pining after someone special, and if you play it at a party while chatting about love with friends, you’re sure to share those sweet-and-sour feelings and have a great time.

Count on MeBruno Mars

Bruno Mars – Count on Me (Official Lyric Video)

A heartwarming song about the importance of bonds with friends! This work by American superstar Bruno Mars features a soothing acoustic guitar sound and rhythms that evoke Hawaii.

The straightforward message—when you’re in trouble, I’ll help you, so I want you to rely on me too—will surely move you.

The track is included on the classic album Doo‑Wops & Hooligans, released in October 2010.

In Australia, it gained popularity through radio play and reached No.

19 on the charts.

If you’ve had a fight with a close friend or want to cheer up someone who’s feeling down, listening to this song will surely help you be honest with your feelings.

High HopesPanic! At The Disco

Panic! At The Disco – High Hopes (Official Video)

An irresistibly cheerful anthem that gives you a nudge and says, “I can do it!” This song is by the American rock band Panic! At The Disco.

The powerful horn section and Brendon Urie’s soaring vocals alone are enough to fill you with energy.

The track centers on his childhood dreams and sings about the importance of continuing to set ambitious goals, even when things don’t go well.

Featured on the album Pray for the Wicked, it became a massive hit, spending 65 weeks at No.

1 on Billboard’s Hot Rock Songs chart.

It was also used in a Honda commercial, so many people may find it familiar.

Listen to it when you’re working toward your dreams and goals, and you’ll feel inspired to believe that “nothing is impossible!”

God only knowsThe Beach Boys

God Only Knows (Remastered 1999)

There are probably no other bands for which the general public’s image and music nerds’ image differ as much as for the Beach Boys.

Their songwriting leader, Brian Wilson, along with the Beatles, revolutionized multitrack recording on records.

And this song was created almost miraculously.

Its melodic beauty and euphoria are unmatched.

TisuperadoThe Eagles

Eagles – Desperado (Live from Melbourne) (Official Video) [4K]

“Hotel California” and Billy Joel’s late-70s to 80s era enjoyed special worldwide popularity, including in Japan, and produced numerous classics.

Many people likely began listening to Western music with Billy.

Among them, this piano ballad is a masterpiece you should savor by reading the lyrics.

At times gentle, at times intense, Billy’s voice shines with an evergreen brilliance.