[2026] Classic Western Songs Recommended for Junior High Students [English Songs]
In the 2020s, with subscriptions in full swing, we live in an era where you can enjoy music from all over the world—from the latest hits to classics from decades ago—anytime, anywhere.
The barrier to listening to Western music has definitely gotten lower.
That said, with talk of younger people drifting away from Western music, this article picks out classic English-language songs recommended for middle schoolers, including tracks popular on TikTok and Spotify.
In the first half, we feature the latest buzzworthy and hit songs; in the second half, we include timeless classics.
From upbeat killer tunes to mellow numbers, we focus on tracks with melodies that feel familiar even if you don’t understand the lyrics.
We hope this becomes your gateway to getting into Western music!
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[2026] Classic Western Songs Recommended for Junior High School Students [English Songs] (121–130)
BoyfriendJustin Bieber
A track released in 2012 by Justin Bieber.
Mike Posner was involved in the production.
The music video was filmed in Los Angeles and directed by Director X.
It was sampled in SAINT PEPSI’s 2014 track “Bieber.”
StitchesShawn Mendes
A pop track released in 2015 by Shawn Mendes.
It reached the Top 10 on charts around the world and was nominated for the Teen Choice Awards.
In October 2016, it won Best Single at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards.
V.A.NBAD OMENS x POPPY
“V.A.N” is an ambitious collaboration between BAD OMENS, a metalcore band from the United States formed in 2015, and the uniquely styled American singer Poppy.
As suggested by the subtitle “Violence Against Nature,” the lyrics vividly portray how nature is destroyed in exchange for humanity’s technological progress, steeped in a distinctly dystopian worldview.
Freshly released in January 2024, this brand-new track also serves as the lead single from BAD OMENS’ forthcoming album, Concrete Forever.
Skillfully incorporating elements of industrial metal, it’s a song where BAD OMENS’ signature hard-hitting sound meshes perfectly with Poppy’s ethereal vocals.
It’s not only a great pick for middle schoolers who love hard rock, but also a catalyst for thinking about technological advancement and environmental issues.
Santa Tell MeAriana Grande
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.
[2026] Classic Western Songs Recommended for Junior High Students [English Songs] (131–140)
This Is MeThe Greatest Showman Cast
It’s a powerful anthem that teaches us the importance of taking pride in our true selves.
This moving song is performed by The Greatest Showman Cast, featuring Hugh Jackman from Australia.
With its gospel-style chorus, it celebrates the beauty of not fearing your differences and turning them into your shining strength.
Included on the film’s album, The Greatest Showman: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, it was used in the figure skating exhibition at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, bringing an emotional close to the event.
When you’ve lost confidence by comparing yourself to others, listening to this song will help you affirm your unique individuality with strength.
It’s a special track that gives you the courage to take that first step.
JadedAerosmith
Have you ever listened to Aerosmith’s “Jaded”? Although it was released in 2001, this song, rooted in hard rock, hasn’t lost any of its appeal.
It kicks off with a powerful guitar riff, and the world woven by Steven Tyler’s distinctive vocals is something even today’s middle schoolers can fully enjoy.
The track has won honors at the Billboard Music Awards, and if you play it while driving, you’ll feel a refreshing sense of freedom, like you’re flying down the highway.
Why not immerse yourself in its musical world and blow off some steam within its rich rhythms?
Wild ThingsAlessia Cara
This is a song released in 2016 by Alessia Cara, a songstress from Canada.
Alessia’s songs always carry deep messages, and this one is especially something I want the younger generation to hear.
It teaches us that what’s truly cool is not following standards and trends set by society, but staying true to who you are—your genuine self and state of mind.