Ranking of Western Music Artists Popular Among High School Girls [2026]

Killing Me SoftlyThe Fugees36rank/position

Fugees – Killing Me Softly [HQ]

A love song by Fugees that uses reggae’s distinctive flow and a deep sonic feel to dress a pop classic in a dark mood.

Its musicality is close to a younger generation that even high school girls can easily relate to, delivering a high-sense finish that elevates any karaoke session.

We Are Young ft. Janelle MonáeFun37rank/position

Fun.: We Are Young ft. Janelle Monáe [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

Speaking of Western hit songs that liven up summer high school baseball, how about the Grammy-winning track by the American rock band fun.? Incidentally, Janelle Monáe, who features on the chorus, is also active as an actress, appearing in films such as Hidden Figures.

abcdefuGAYLE38rank/position

GAYLE – abcdefu (Official Music Video)

Many people may find themselves empathizing with GAYLE’s song, which powerfully expresses destructive anger and pain.

This track, which sings about overcoming heartbreak and reclaiming oneself, went viral on TikTok soon after its release in August 2021.

It reached No.

1 on the U.S.

iTunes chart and achieved the remarkable feat of ranking No.

3 on the Billboard chart.

It’s recommended not only for those freshly heartbroken, but also for anyone struggling to recover after losing something important.

It might be a good idea to blast it with friends and let all your feelings out.

Love MyselfHailee Steinfeld39rank/position

Hailee Steinfeld – Love Myself (Official Video)

A song with a strong message: love yourself—you don’t need anyone else! It’s one to listen to when you’ve lost confidence during your youth.

It’s sung by the young Hailee Steinfeld.

She’s only 20, but her vocals are striking for their clarity—both beautiful and powerful.

We Got The WorldIcona pop40rank/position

Icona Pop – We Got The World (Official Video)

The world is ours! An ultra-positive message that gives you courage and confidence.

It’s a party song sung by the Stockholm-born female duo, Icona Pop.

It’s sure to hype up summer high school baseball.

Don’t Walk AwayJade41rank/position

Jade – Don’t Walk Away (1992)

A love song by Jade where vocals trace a wistful melody over a bouncy ground beat, creating a universally appealing result.

Brimming with the sensibilities of Black music, it’s a heart-fluttering track that even high school girls will want to sing at karaoke.

I Got ThisJennifer Hudson42rank/position

Jennifer Hudson – I Got This (Live on Letterman)

This love song by Jennifer Hudson—whose overwhelming gospel vocal prowess caught fire in popularity through film—features an outstanding sonic approach that even conveys a danceable feel.

It’s widely known among high school girls, and its beautifully crafted melodic lines make it a standout choice for karaoke.