[2026] Let's Sing at the Chorus Competition! A Roundup of Recommended Western Songs

Champagne SupernovaOasis

Champagne Supernova – Oasis (Irish Choir Cover)

Oasis – Champagne Supernova (Official Video)

A band that represents the UK rock scene, Oasis released a track on their 1995 album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? that stands as a seven-minute epic incorporating elements of psychedelic rock.

Its gradual build from a relaxed tempo and its dreamlike lyrical world offer a universal appeal that invites each listener’s own interpretation.

The song reached No.

1 on the U.S.

Modern Rock Tracks chart, and a slowed-down version is used in the film The Electric State, scheduled for release in 2025.

Oasis, who announced their reunion in August 2024, are set to embark on the world tour “OASIS LIVE 25” in 2025, with performances planned in Japan as well.

Through choral performance, the song’s grand and beautiful melody can be reimagined in a different form.

No OneAlicia Keys

NO ONE (Alicia Keys – Faith Mix) | TCWE Choir

Alicia Keys – No One (Official Music Video)

A Grammy-winning song that captivates with rich R&B sounds, themed around true love brimming with poignancy and strength.

It’s a track from New York–born Alicia Keys’s acclaimed 2007 album “As I Am,” which spent five consecutive weeks at No.

1 in the U.S.

Featured as background music in the film “27 Dresses” and the TV series “Ugly Betty,” the song earned high praise for its powerful vocals.

Its distinctive blend of piano and Mellotron, paired with a heartfelt vocal performance filled with deep devotion for a loved one, resonates deeply.

Alicia Keys is also in the spotlight for headlining Summer Sonic 2025.

If you perform it as a chorus, the key is for everyone to convey that strong, united emotion.

When You BelieveMariah Carey & Whitney Houston

When You Believe – The Prince of Egypt | One Voice Children’s Choir | Kids Cover (Official Video)

A miraculous duet by global divas Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey from the United States.

It served as the theme song for the 1998 animated film The Prince of Egypt, and is a striking piece where the two artists’ vocal powers come together.

Although the media portrayed them as rivals, the actual recording took place in a warm, friendly atmosphere, resulting in a magnificent classic filled with conviction and hope.

It won the Academy Award for Best Original Song at the 71st Oscars and reached a peak position of No.

15 on the Billboard Hot 100.

The English lyrics may seem challenging, but if you sing along with heart, you can convey the hopeful message this song carries.

Heal the WorldMichael Jackson

Heal The World – André Rieu (Tribute to Michael Jackson)

A ballad by Michael Jackson from the United States that gently sings a message of love and peace.

Included on the album “Dangerous,” it was released as a standalone single in November 1992.

With its magnificent orchestral and choir harmonies and its beautiful melody, the song voices a wish for peace together with children around the world, making it a piece that can faithfully express its worldview even when performed as a choral work.

Why not sing it with your companions, uniting your hearts and sharing the desire to make the world a better place?

Hail Holy QueenKirisuto-kyō seika

Hail Holy Queen from “Sister Act” [Tamuramarō Mixed Chorus ver.]

A classic that bridges traditional Catholic hymns from the 11th century to the modern era.

Its solemn vocals, offered as a prayer to the Virgin Mary, revealed an entirely new appeal in the film “Sister Act.” In the movie, the convent choir led by Whoopi Goldberg’s character performs it in a vibrant, gospel-inspired arrangement.

The soundtrack, released in 1992, earned a Gold record in the United States.

Whether sung in a traditional choral style or in a gospel-like arrangement, this piece is captivating, and it lets you fully savor the joy of uniting hearts with your companions in song.

Beautiful ThingsBenson Boone

Beautiful Things – Benson Boone – DF Malan High School Choir | Boston ChoirFest 2024

Benson Boone – Beautiful Things (Official Music Video)

This work is notable for its wistful melody and powerful vocals.

Hailing from the United States, Benson Boone is a singer-songwriter who rose to prominence from his activity on social media and broke through with his debut single, “Ghost Town.” This piece was released to the world as the lead single from his debut album, “Fireworks & Rollerblades,” which came out in January 2024.

It’s a gem of a ballad that conveys gratitude born from love as well as the fear of losing something precious, and it has ranked high on charts around the world.

It has also received high acclaim, including winning Best Alternative Video at the MTV Video Music Awards.

In a choral competition, you can create a moving stage by leveraging the emotionally rich lyrics and beautiful harmonies.

What Was I Made ForBillie Eilish

What Was I Made For — The Cool Kids Cantorum (Billie Eilish, Choir Cover)

Billie Eilish – What Was I Made For? (Official Music Video)

Softly voicing the loneliness and solitary emotions of the smartphone generation, American artist Billie Eilish has drawn attention as an icon of Gen Z.

Written specifically for the film Barbie, this piece is a heartwarming slow number, with a lightly lingering piano arrangement that leaves a distinct impression.

Co-produced with her brother Finneas, the track features an exceptionally gentle melodic line unlike anything she has done before.

The lyrics question one’s sense of self and the meaning of life, seamlessly intertwining the inner worlds of the doll Barbie and Eilish herself, resonating deeply with many listeners.

Released in July 2023, the song achieved both commercial and critical success, including winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

The emotions woven together with her crystalline vocals also make it an ideal choice for choral arrangements.