[2026] Let's Sing at the Chorus Competition! A Roundup of Recommended Western Songs
When it comes time to choose a piece for the chorus competition, I think many people are thinking, “We don’t want to overlap with other classes!” Since it’s a special competition, you want to pick songs that are uniquely yours and show a performance that stands out from the rest.
In times like that, singing Western music is highly recommended! So in this article, I’ll introduce lots of Western songs that are great for choral performances.
I’ve included not only timeless classics but also recent pop hits, so please use this as a reference when selecting your piece.
Playlist
| [2026] Let's Sing at the Chorus Competition! A Roundup of Recommended Western Songs | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | We Are the WorldUSA For Africa | play_arrow | Charity music project to support Africa |
| 2east | Wake Me UpAvicii | play_arrow | Avicii 'Wake Me Up' is moving |
| 3east | Beautiful ThingsBenson Boone | play_arrow | A singer trending on social media, with moving songs |
| 4east | MemoriesMaroon 5 | play_arrow | A heartwarming tribute ballad that sings of feelings for a loved one |
| 5east | Die With A SmileLady Gaga, Bruno Mars | play_arrow | A soul duet weaving love and death |
| 6east | No OneAlicia Keys | play_arrow | An R&B masterpiece of love and strength: Keys’ moving work |
| 7east | ZombieThe Cranberries | play_arrow | A moving masterpiece in protest against terrorism |
| 8east | Something Just Like ThisThe Chainsmokers & Coldplay | play_arrow | An inspiring song by The Chainsmokers |
| 9east | Sweet Child O’ MineGuns N’ Roses | play_arrow | The classic song “Sweet Child O’ Mine” |
| 10east | Golden HourJVKE | play_arrow | A dreamy chamber pop love song |
| 11east | What Was I Made ForBillie Eilish | play_arrow | An Irish classic that sings of the feelings of the smartphone generation |
| 12east | Time After TimeCyndi Lauper | play_arrow | Cyndi Lauper’s classic captivates the world with a love song |
| 13east | Champagne SupernovaOasis | play_arrow | The enduring appeal of Oasis’s classic songs loved around the world |
| 14east | My ImmortalEvanescence | play_arrow | An emotional, heart-stirring rock ballad by Evanescence |
| 15east | Circle of LifeElton John | play_arrow | The Lion King's famous song, a grand anthem to life |
| 16east | Like a PrayerMadonna | play_arrow | An overwhelming musical work that fuses religion and love |
| 17east | The ClimbMiley Cyrus | play_arrow | A ballad of hope and courage, a moving masterpiece |
| 18east | Cruel SummerTaylor Swift | play_arrow | A classic song that portrays a passionate summer romance |
| 19east | Good Luck, Babe!Chappell Roan | play_arrow | An emotional masterpiece about a secret love and regret |
| 20east | All I Want For Christmas Is YouMariah Carey | play_arrow | A classic Christmas song, time spent with someone special |
| 21east | SingCarpenters | play_arrow | Carpenters' “Sing” is perfect for a choir. |
| 22east | TomorrowCharles Strouse | play_arrow | A signature song by the orphan Annie, singing of hope for tomorrow |
| 23east | Bohemian RhapsodyQueen | play_arrow | A film that depicts the moving story of QUEEN |
| 24east | Hail Holy QueenDeloris & The Sisters | play_arrow | The hymn “Ave Maria” is a masterpiece. |
| 25east | Seasons of LoveJonathan Larson | play_arrow | A famous song from Rent; when everyone sings it together, it’s moving. |
| 26east | Hey JudeThe Beatles | play_arrow | The Beatles’ classic “Hey Jude” is perfect for a sing-along. |
| 27east | The RoseBette Midler | play_arrow | The beautiful theme song of the film Rose |
| 28east | My Heart Will Go OnCéline Dion | play_arrow | Celine Dion’s movie theme songs |
| 29east | BelieverImagine Dragons | play_arrow | A moving song by Imagine Dragons |
| 30east | Man In The MirrorMichael Jackson | play_arrow | Michael’s passionate desire to change the world |
| 31east | Mamma MiaABBA | play_arrow | ABBA’s signature songs to be adapted into a musical film |
| 32east | You Are My SunshineJimmie Davis | play_arrow | Louisiana state songs and pop tunes are popular |
| 33east | A Whole New WorldPeabo Bryson & Regina Belle | play_arrow | Famous anime movie songs, easy to sing |
| 34east | High HopesPanic! At The Disco | play_arrow | Panic! At The Disco's classic song |
| 35east | Amazing GraceJudy Collins | play_arrow | The story of the famous hymn “Amazing Grace” |
| 36east | You Raise Me UpSECRET GARDEN | play_arrow | The moving 'You Raise Me Up' is a must-listen. |
| 37east | HallelujahPentatonix | play_arrow | High-quality a cappella by Pentatonix |
| 38east | Can’t Help Falling In LoveElvis Presley | play_arrow | Introducing the Appeal of Elvis Choral Works |
| 39east | ChandelierSia | play_arrow | Sia’s hit song “Chandelier” is suitable for choral performance. |
| 40east | ImagineJohn Lennon | play_arrow | The love song 'Imagine' that wishes for peace |
| 41east | Stand By MeBen E. King | play_arrow | A famous movie theme song based on a Negro spiritual |
| 42east | Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen | play_arrow | Carly Rae’s hit song “Call Me Maybe” |
| 43east | Bad GuyBillie Eilish | play_arrow | Billie Eilish’s iconic song “Bad Guy” arranged for choir |
| 44east | Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi | play_arrow | Aim for victory with an energetic chorus! |
| 45east | Shape Of YouEd Sheeran | play_arrow | The appeal of Ed Sheeran’s masterpiece “Shape of You” |
| 46east | My WayNancy Sinatra Frank Sinatra | play_arrow | A popular song sung by Sinatra from France |
| 47east | DiamondsRihanna | play_arrow | A beautiful and powerful love song like a jewel |
| 48east | Stay With MeSam Smith | play_arrow | Sam Smith's hit song 'Stay With Me' |
| 49east | Beauty and the BeastAriana Grande & John Legend | play_arrow | A famous song from Beauty and the Beast, sung by Celine Dion |
| 50east | Let It BeThe Beatles | play_arrow | A masterpiece that, inspired by a mother's words, sings of hope in life |
| 51east | See You Again ft, Charlie PuthWiz Khalifa | play_arrow | A farewell song for Paul Walker, moving |
| 52east | Rain On MeLady Gaga, Ariana Grande | play_arrow | Lady Gaga and Ariana's hit song |
| 53east | When You Wish Upon A StarCliff Edwards | play_arrow | A classic that poured dreams into wishes upon a star |
| 54east | Bad DayDaniel Powter | play_arrow | A heartwarming song to lift you up on a down day |
| 55east | I Just Called To Say I Love YouStevie Wonder | play_arrow | Stevie Wonder’s classic performed by a choir |
| 56east | Don’t Stop Believin’Journey | play_arrow | A famous song by Journey, a popular rock band from the 1980s |
| 57east | The Neverending Story ThemeLimahl | play_arrow | Nostalgic movie theme songs—melodies of emotion and memories |
| 58east | Hail Holy QueenDeloris Van Cartier | play_arrow | Singer transforms the monastery choir |
| 59east | Take Me Home, Country RoadsOlivia Newton-John | play_arrow | A classic song about one’s hometown, also featured in Studio Ghibli works |
| 60east | This Is MeKeala Settle | play_arrow | A moving song that sings of self-affirmation and hope |
| 61east | HonestyBilly Joel | play_arrow | Billy Joel’s hit songs popular in Japan |
| 62east | Your SongElton John | play_arrow | Elton John’s moving masterpiece |
| 63east | A Million DreamsPasek and Pau | play_arrow | An inspiring song that paints dreams and hopes |
| 64east | Alone, Pt. IIAlan Walker & Ava Max | play_arrow | Alan Walker's music expresses bonds |
| 65east | Heal the WorldMichael Jackson | play_arrow | A moving ballad that sings of peace and love |
| 66east | Oh My GodAdele | play_arrow | Powerful overseas choral pieces by Adele |
| 67east | True ColorsCyndi Lauper | play_arrow | The classic song 'True Colors' that gives hope and courage |
| 68east | Some NightsFun | play_arrow | An anthem of millennial anxiety and self-discovery |
| 69east | DANCE MONKEYTones and I | play_arrow | The famous song “Dance Monkey” by Tones and I |
| 70east | Bridge Over Troubled WaterSimon&Garfunkel | play_arrow | A classic song by Simon & Garfunkel |
| 71east | Joy to the WorldMariah Carey | play_arrow | Singers perform classic Christmas songs captivatingly. |
| 72east | What a Wonderful WorldLouis Armstrong | play_arrow | A classic song imbued with prayers for peace |
| 73east | A Whole New WorldAlan Menken | play_arrow | The moving love song from Aladdin |
| 74east | Do You Hear the People Sing?Claude-Michel Schönberg | play_arrow | An epic musical number of freedom and justice |
| 75east | All For OneHigh School Musical Cast | play_arrow | A youthful song sung by the poolside in summer |
| 76east | We’re All in This TogetherHigh School Musical Cast | play_arrow | An iconic song from a coming-of-age musical film that portrays unity and diversity |
| 77east | I Will Follow himLittle Peggy March | play_arrow | Little Peggy March’s classic, a song of love and hope |
| 78east | When You BelieveMariah Carey & Whitney Houston | play_arrow | An inspiring movie theme song by two divas |
| 79east | EverydayZac Efron & Vanessa Hudgens | play_arrow | A refreshing song that sings of youthful dreams and friendship |
| 80east | Hail Holy QueenKirisuto-kyō seika | play_arrow | Catholic hymns gain new appeal in film |
| 81east | ABCThe Jackson 5 | play_arrow | A nostalgic Motown-style classic |
| 82east | Go The DistanceAlan Menken | play_arrow | The moving theme song of Hercules |
| 83east | LovelyBillie Eilish, Khalid | play_arrow | A moving work with a dark, deep singing voice that resonates in the heart. |
| 84east | Let It GoIdina Menzel | play_arrow | Let’s try singing Frozen together in English |
| 85east | Someone You LovedLewis Capaldi | play_arrow | A wistful piano melody seeps into the heart. |
| 86east | HeroMariah Carey | play_arrow | Choral performance of “Hero” that inspires emotion and courage |
| 87east | Made You LookMeghan Trainor | play_arrow | Megan’s upbeat song that boosts self-esteem |
| 88east | Don’t Look Back In AngerOasis | play_arrow | Oasis’s masterpiece: lyrics and melody that resonate with the heart |
| 89east | SailingRod Stewart | play_arrow | A classic song by the Sutherland Brothers |
| 90east | Do-Re-MiSound Of Music | play_arrow | The Do-Re-Mi Song is a classic and easy to sing. |
| 91east | True ColorsCyndi Lauper | play_arrow | A masterpiece that questions the beauty of humanity |
| 92east | SeñoritaShawn Mendes & Camila Cabello | play_arrow | The sexy love song “Señorita” is well-suited for choir |
| 93east | Be My BabyThe Ronettes | play_arrow | A 60s girls group with charming bright melodies |
| 94east | As It WasHarry Styles | play_arrow | Depicting post-pandemic changes and inner conflict |
| 95east | Blinding LightsThe Weeknd | play_arrow | Challenging a chorus with the distinctive 'Blinding Lights' |
| 96east | Viva La VidaColdplay | play_arrow | Coldplay's 'Viva La Vida' is moving |
| 97east | Your Song Saved My LifeScarlett Johansson、Bono | play_arrow | A powerful song written by U2 for a film |
| 98east | Leave the door OpenBruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic | play_arrow | Open the classic song “Leave the Door Open” by Silk Sonic |


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