[High School Students] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]

My UniverseColdplay X BTS11rank/position

Coldplay X BTS – My Universe (Official Video)

A masterpiece featuring big-name artists together: “My Universe.” This song is a lavish collaboration between the British band Coldplay and the Korean group BTS.

BTS had openly declared they were fans, and Coldplay said they wanted to write a song for them—two acts mutually smitten, culminating in a long-awaited collaboration.

The track carries Coldplay’s hallmark grandeur and crystal-clear sound, with BTS’s vocals adding even more energy to the song.

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Bad RomanceLady Gaga12rank/position

Lady Gaga – Bad Romance (Official Music Video)

This is one of Lady Gaga’s signature songs, which captivated the world with its overwhelming presence and addictive melody.

Included on the 2009 EP “The Fame Monster,” it went on to achieve explosive popularity.

The lyrics delve into the complexities and darker sides of love, resonating deeply with listeners.

Lady Gaga’s powerful vocals pair perfectly with the catchy rhythm, revealing new charms every time you listen.

It’s a track I especially recommend to high school students.

It’s great fun to sing along with friends, and also rewarding to listen to alone while reflecting deeply.

Love MyselfHailee Steinfeld13rank/position

Hailee Steinfeld – Love Myself (Official Video)

Hailee Steinfeld, who also shines as an actress—such as portraying a true-to-life high school student in the film “The Edge of Seventeen.” Her message of “Love yourself!” fills you with confidence.

I think she’ll help boost the excitement of summer high school baseball.

EverydayAriana Grande ft. Future14rank/position

Ariana Grande – Everyday (Official Video) ft. Future

A collaboration between American singer Ariana Grande and Atlanta rapper Future.

Swedish songwriter and producer Ilya Salmanzadeh worked on the production.

Released in 2017, it reached No.

3 on the New Zealand charts.

Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)Shakira15rank/position

Shakira – Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) (The Official 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Song)

Unfolding with dynamic energy, this pop number overflows with African spirit atop a powerful, groovy rhythm.

The celebratory sound woven by Colombia’s Shakira and South African band Freshlyground is sure to be the ultimate BGM to fire up any sports day.

Released in May 2010, the track gained worldwide popularity as the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, selling over 15 million copies globally.

It topped the charts in 15 countries and has amassed over 4 billion views on YouTube.

Blending a feverish, danceable beat with the spirit of football, this song is a perfect match for sporting events—powerfully propelling athletes toward victory and uniting the entire venue in a shared sense of excitement.