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

Piano ManBilly Joel

Billy Joel – Piano Man (Official HD Video)

From the late 1970s to the 1980s, Billy Joel enjoyed exceptional popularity around the world, including in Japan, and left behind numerous classic songs.

Many people probably started 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 passionate, Billy’s voice shines with an evergreen brilliance.

HardwiredMetallica

Metallica: Hardwired (Official Music Video)

For middle school students stepping into a new world of music through Western songs, Metallica’s “Hardwired” is an energizing track.

It’s characterized by raw riffs and a powerful sound, letting you fully enjoy classic heavy metal.

When you want a break from schoolwork or daily life, put on “Hardwired” and you’ll be swept away by its powerful beat.

It’s a highly recommended Western classic that matches the energy of youth.

Just hearing it can refresh your mood, so it’s great to listen to between study sessions.

This Time AroundMichael Jackson

Michael Jackson – This Time Around (Audio)

Songs that revive the sounds of the 1970s and 1980s in a modern way are winning support from a wide range of age groups.

These tracks—like Michael Jackson’s “This Time Around,” for example—have been loved by many people for a long time, and for good reason.

The song’s groove-laden bassline and impeccable rhythm convey both comfort and heat at the same time, making listeners want to move their feet.

Its diverse, resonant lyrics speak to the emotions and sense of adventure that come with junior high school years.

Timeless masterpieces like this are highly accessible to middle school students learning English through music, offering a wonderful opportunity to learn not only language, but also culture and emotional expression.

Paint It, BlackThe Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones – Paint It, Black (Official Lyric Video)

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.

With or Without YouU2

U2 – With Or Without You (U2 At The BBC)

With a melody that stirs the heart across time and lyrics tinged with longing, “With or Without You” continues to captivate many listeners.

Portraying the struggles of love in a way that even middle schoolers can relate to, this song is known as one of U2’s signature works and remains beloved around the world.

Riding the wave of a revival boom, it’s a track that teaches the greatness of music, old and new.

Its comfortable bassline and lingering guitar tones intertwine exquisitely, powerfully lifting the listener’s emotions.

It’s a classic Western song I recommend to middle school students for study breaks or relaxation time.

thank u, nextAriana Grande

Ariana Grande – thank u, next (Official Video)

The 2019 song “thank u, next” by American singer Ariana Grande.

It already has quite a mature vibe, but I think it really resonates with middle schoolers too.

The catchy chorus makes the English easy to catch and the meaning easy to grasp.

It expresses a strong determination to move forward even after heartbreak.

Even if you don’t understand the lyrics, just having this track in your player makes you look a bit cooler—it’s that kind of cool song.

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The Carpenters – Top Of The World

It’s a song that many people probably sang in their middle school English classes.

Although it’s from over 40 years ago, it’s still widely used today, including in TV commercials.

The rhythm is calm and the pronunciation is clear, making it easy even for beginners in English to sing.