[Middle School Students] Popular Western Music Ranking [By Generation]

Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande76rank/position

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande – Rain On Me (Official Music Video)

“Rain On Me,” a collaboration by Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga.

Released in 2020, this track gained worldwide popularity with its uptempo melody and visually engaging performance, and it won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.

While it’s a high-energy song, the tempo isn’t overly fast, making it a tune that anyone can get into and enjoy!

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Ryo

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Hey JudeThe Beatles77rank/position

The Beatles – The Beatles – Hey Jude (Official Music Video) [Remastered 2015]

Hey Jude by The Beatles is a song that sparked a social phenomenon and continues to be loved by many.

Its warm melody resonates across generations and is easy for junior high school students to connect with.

In particular, the sense of unity that swells toward the end grips listeners and won’t let go.

Said to have been written by Paul McCartney to comfort Julian Lennon, this song also stands out as a ballad; while it challenges singers with its wide vocal range, it has an appeal that makes everyone want to hum along at least once.

It’s a highly recommended track—please give it a listen.

Basket CaseGreen Day78rank/position

Green Day – Basket Case [Official Music Video] (4K Upgrade)

It’s a hugely popular pop-style track by Green Day, the pioneering American pop-punk band.

Among their songs, it’s relatively melodic, upbeat, and poppy, and I think its catchy vibe will deliver a comfortable groove and a lift in mood on a junior high school morning.

Love AgainDua Lipa79rank/position

Dua Lipa – Love Again (Official Music Video)

Dua Lipa, a UK pop icon with multiple Grammy Awards and worldwide recognition, released “Love Again” in 2021—a high-energy track that can get the whole school hyped.

The music video is captivating, featuring her stylishly dancing as a cowgirl.

Alongside her rhythmic flow, you’ll sense a nostalgic disco-like vibe.

It’s also recommended for those who enjoy funky, glamorous arrangements.

It’s a pop song that will excite not only students but the audience as well, so be sure to check it out.

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mutō

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The A TeamEd Sheeran80rank/position

Ed Sheeran – The A Team [Official Music Video]

I remember it being used in commercials and such, but I think the lyrics depict shocking themes like drugs.

It’s not an overtly “depressing song,” but the more you learn about it, the more the intensity and sadness of the lyrics come through, so I think it can be classified as a depressing song.