Fun Foreign Music Songs Ranking [2026]
I’ve put together a collection of upbeat Western songs with a vibe you don’t usually find in Japanese music.
The selection mainly features tracks that have been popular on YouTube so far.
It’s updated every month, so check back from time to time.
It’s sure to get you hyped, no doubt about it.
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Fun Western Music Songs Ranking [2026] (11–20)
Can’t Stop The Feeling!Justin Timberlake11rank/position
Released in May 2016 by American artist Justin Timberlake, this track was used on the soundtrack for the film Trolls.
Blending elements of disco-pop and soul-pop, it’s an upbeat song brimming with energy that makes listeners want to dance.
The lyrics express joy and a sense of liberation felt throughout the body, lifting your mood with positivity.
It was also a major commercial success, debuting at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
This song is recommended for anyone who wants a brief escape from the busyness of everyday life or to get a party going.
24K MagicBruno Mars12rank/position
Bruno Mars is an artist whose overwhelming talent has earned him extremely high acclaim around the world.
He’s also a hugely popular top singer in Japan.
Among the many famous songs he’s created, the one that many people might picture as having an especially fun vibe is “24K Magic.” This track evokes 1990s disco-style R&B and delivers a glamorous, upbeat atmosphere throughout.
Never Gonna Give You UpRick Astley13rank/position
Rick Astley is a singer-songwriter from England who was hugely successful in the 1980s.
He’s an artist known for his sweet looks paired with an unexpectedly deep, dandy voice, and he produced a number of hit tunes throughout the decade.
Among his works, the especially big hit is “Never Gonna Give You Up.” It’s a song still used in Japanese media today, radiating a cheerful vibe.
It’s perfect for when you want to soak up the fun feeling of the 1980s.
What Makes You BeautifulOne Direction14rank/position
A youthful pop song delivered by the UK’s One Direction.
The lyrics, telling a woman who doesn’t recognize her own charm “You’re beautiful,” are especially memorable.
With its catchy melody and positive message, it captured the hearts of many.
Released in September 2011, this track became a massive hit despite being their debut single.
It went on to win the Best British Single at the 2012 Brit Awards.
It’s a perfect song to sing along with friends for a boost of excitement, or to encourage someone who’s lost their confidence.
Girls Just Want To Have FunCyndi Lauper15rank/position
Cyndi Lauper, a quintessential American pop singer-songwriter known as a Japanophile who has performed in Japan many times.
“Girls Just Want to Have Fun” was her first major single as a solo artist.
It would be perfect as party background music.
With the theme that “girls just want to have fun,” the song not only makes good times even better, but also seems to ease tough moments.
Its down-to-earth charm makes it a wonderful song that fits today’s diverse, women-driven world.
The side-to-side grooving guitar riff and danceable rhythm are sure to lift your spirits!
