[20s] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]

Lean On (feat. MØ)Major Lazer & DJ Snake26rank/position

Major Lazer & DJ Snake – Lean On (feat. MØ) [Official 4K Music Video]

This song was a massive hit across club scenes worldwide—so famous that most people will say, “I’ve heard this one!” The featured female artist, MØ, has a slightly husky, childlike voice that’s incredibly charming and stylish.

Let It GoIdina Menzel27rank/position

Idina Menzel – Let It Go (From Frozen/Sing-Along)

A song from a Disney movie that sparked a worldwide boom, carrying a message of self-liberation and self-acceptance.

The lyrics express Elsa’s feelings as she builds her ice castle, and every listen gives you courage.

It was used in a film released in 2013 and became so popular it was translated into 25 languages.

Idina Menzel’s powerful vocals are striking, and while it takes considerable singing ability to nail it at karaoke, it feels incredible if you pull it off! It’s perfect for getting hyped with friends or coworkers.

The Japanese version also became a huge hit thanks to Takako Matsu’s vocal performance, so even beginners to Western music can give it a try with confidence.

The Lazy SongBruno Mars28rank/position

Bruno Mars – The Lazy Song (Official Music Video)

Despite its loose, easygoing style, this summer classic by Bruno Mars boasts vocals and lyrics with outstanding wordplay that stick in your ears.

With a simple, unpretentious vibe, his artistry fits men in their twenties perfectly and sets the summer mood just right.

Love The Way You Lie ft. RihannaEminem29rank/position

Eminem – Love The Way You Lie ft. Rihanna

Eminem and Rihanna’s back-and-forth is cool yet incredibly deep, making this song perfect for autumn when you want to savor music.

It’s a story about a hopeless man who, despite being in love, can’t control his emotions and lashes out, and a woman who wants to support him and loves him but feels like she might break.

It’s the kind of song that makes you reflect on questions like, “What does someone precious really mean?” and “What should I do about this person in the future?”

Work from HomeFifth Harmony30rank/position

Fifth Harmony – Work from Home (Official Video) ft. Ty Dolla $ign

This is a song from before Camila left Fifth Harmony, and among their songs, this one is my favorite.

They were a group formed on the American show The X Factor, and this song propelled them to fame, which is another reason I like it.