Western pop songs that junior high school students like. World-famous classics and popular songs.

Tears In HeavenEric Clapton

Eric Clapton – Tears In Heaven [Unplugged…Over 30 Years Later] (Official Live Video)

It’s a mellow, famously iconic song—so much so that you can’t talk about Eric Clapton without mentioning it.

Since it’s slow, it’s easy to sing and simple enough for middle schoolers to learn.

The song itself has somewhat bittersweet lyrics, and I really grew to love it.

Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses

Guns N’ Roses – Sweet Child O’ Mine (Official Music Video)

This is a band I got into in middle school.

Once you listen to them, you’ll fall in love with this rock band.

For someone around middle school age, I think this song is the easiest to listen to and has the gentlest melody.

Even after decades, it never loses its luster, and it’s a masterpiece you can keep listening to without getting tired of it.

Born This WayLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Born This Way (Official Music Video)

It’s a very famous song, so I think you’re quite familiar with it.

The promo has a slightly scary impression, but it’s easy to understand, so I think even middle schoolers can listen to it.

The song is very difficult, so singing along might be a bit hard.

But it’s a song that feels good to listen to.

Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now (Official Video)

It’s a great song with lots of simple English phrases that are easy to remember.

I think even junior high school students can sing it easily.

I believe it’s also something you often hear in commercials in Japan.

The chorus is easy to remember and the song has a really good vibe.

I’ve loved it for a long time.

My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion

Celine Dion – My Heart Will Go On (Live) [HD]

I love this song even after just hearing the intro.

When I listen to it, I remember the movie and tears start to flow naturally.

It’s a song rich in emotion, achingly beautiful, and it makes my heart swell.

The movie’s influence is big, but it’s still a perfect and moving Western song even for middle school students.

Because I Love YouStevie Wonder

Stevie B – Because I Love You (The Postman Song) (Official Video)

This song is the piece we performed at our middle school music recital, and I also loved the original version—I remember singing it with friends after school.

It’s very mellow, and the piano part is so poignant and moving.

This is the one song I will never forget; it’s a piece filled with memories for a lifetime.

Girls Just Wanna Have FunCyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Want To Have Fun (Official Video)

This is another song that sticks in your head after just one listen.

It was often used on TV and frequently imitated, so I saw and heard it a lot.

It’s easy enough for middle schoolers, and every time I heard her voice, it got stuck in my head and wouldn’t go away.

She’s a captivating singer.