Western Music Artists Popular with Teens: Ranking [2026]

Don’t Know WhyNorah Jones15rank/position

Norah Jones – Don’t Know Why

This is a love song by Norah Jones, whose downer, chill-out mood creates a superb sense of melancholy and whose neo-soul flavored style has earned her popularity.

With straightforward lyrics that resonate deeply, it’s a track that even teenage girls will feel inspired to sing at karaoke.

She Looks So Perfect5 Seconds of Summer16rank/position

5 Seconds of Summer – She Looks So Perfect

It’s 5SOS’s world debut single, included on the album “5 Seconds of Summer.” It topped the charts in both Australia and the UK, marking a stellar debut.

This signature track showcases 5SOS’s appeal to the fullest.

Enjoy immersing yourself in 5SOS.

Cure For MeAURORA17rank/position

AURORA – Cure For Me

AURORA’s song, which powerfully champions self-acceptance and the importance of individuality, is a perfect karaoke pick for teenage girls.

Carried by a fresh, mystical melody, the lyrics resonate as they express the courage to stay true to yourself without being bound by society’s expectations.

Released in July 2021, the track was included on the January 2022 album “The Gods We Can Touch,” which reached No.

1 in Norway.

For karaoke, it’s best when you want to hype things up with friends—move with the rhythmic beat and fully savor the joy of unleashing your individuality.

No OneAlicia Keys18rank/position

Alicia Keys – No One (Official Music Video)

Released in 2007, “No One” became a hit song for Alicia Keys.

In Japan, it has often been used in commercials and as background music, so even if you don’t know the song title or the artist, many people have probably heard it at least once.

It’s a cool track, so it’s sure to make you stand out at karaoke.

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Berbie GirlApua19rank/position

Aqua – Barbie Girl (Official Music Video)

This is a cheer song by the artist Aqua, whose catchy, easy-to-understand pop sound matches perfectly with girly and cute lyrics.

With its polished pop vibe, it’s a work we can recommend to teenage girls that’s sure to get everyone hyped up at karaoke.

Into YouAriana Grande20rank/position

Ariana Grande – Into You (Official Video)

This is an uplifting song by the charismatic artist Ariana Grande, who expresses the texture of urban rhythm and blues within a mainstream dimension.

She is highly popular in Japan as well, and her style makes teenage girls want to sing it at karaoke.

Break FreeAriana Grande／Zedd21rank/position

Ariana Grande – Break Free (Official Video) ft. Zedd

Ariana Grande, who is extremely popular among young people around the world.

At first, she was in a relationship, but as time went on, she realized that being with that person only led to constant trouble and wasn’t good for her.

So she decides, “I’m breaking free now!”—it’s a powerful song.