Western Music Artists Popular Among People in Their 20s: Ranking [2026]

The GreatestSia22rank/position

Sia – The Greatest (Official Video)

A powerful anthem track that delivers a message of perseverance and resilience, sung about never giving up.

It’s a collaboration between Australian artist Sia and American rapper Kendrick Lamar.

Released in 2016, it reached the top 10 on charts around the world.

PILLOWTALKZAYN23rank/position

ZAYN – PILLOWTALK (Official Video)

He is a former member of One Direction, the biggest supergroup of this century.

He abruptly announced his departure before the group went on hiatus.

As a solo artist, his debut single of the same name reached number one on the U.S.

charts.

I Want You To Know ft. Selena GomezZedd24rank/position

Zedd – I Want You To Know ft. Selena Gomez

It’s an all-around great track featuring the top-tier artist Selena Gomez on a song by a world-famous DJ.

It’s catchy and upbeat enough to be played often in apparel shops and clubs, so it’s a song every woman in her 20s knows and loves.

StayZedd, Alessia Cara25rank/position

Zedd, Alessia Cara – Stay (Lyric Video)

This is a collaboration track between Zedd, a highly acclaimed dance music producer, and the rising singer Alessia Cara.

Its nostalgic vibe pairs perfectly with the sentimental mood of autumn.

Be sure to check out the beautifully crafted lyric video as well.

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Saitō Ayumu

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Dancing QueenABBA26rank/position

ABBA – Dancing Queen (Official Music Video)

This is a song that fully conveys the allure of the dance floor by ABBA.

The lyrics, celebrating youth and freedom, are memorable and uplifting for listeners.

Released in Sweden in August 1976, it went on to become a global hit.

It has been loved across generations, even being featured in the film “Mamma Mia!”.

This track is also popular at weddings and is perfect as an entrance song for the bride and groom—guaranteed to electrify the venue.

It’s recommended not only for those who love to dance but also for anyone looking to create a fun atmosphere.

HelloAdele27rank/position

Adele – Hello (Official Music Video)

This song was covered by Taka from ONE OK ROCK, and one of my male students practiced it a lot in our lessons! It was the Taka version, but as he kept practicing, he was able to hit the high notes in the chorus cleanly and comfortably.

So it might be a good practice piece, and it’s also a song that feels amazing to sing once you can do it, so I recommend it! The A and B sections are basically low and gentle, but the chorus jumps into high notes, so the trick is to sing without tensing up.

You might feel like belting, but imagine sending the sound far out.

There are also falsetto ad-libs, so if you keep resonating in the space between your eyebrows and the top of your head, switching between chest voice and falsetto will become smoother.

Try to stay mindful of lifting your facial muscles as you sing!

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Kubota Mami

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AloneAlan Walker28rank/position

Alan Walker – Alone

I have the impression that Alan Walker suddenly appeared out of nowhere and became popular in no time.

I really like the tempo of this song and listen to it often.

He provides songs to many people and collaborates with others, but the fact that we can’t see anything about his private life is something that personally intrigues me.