Recommended Western music for college students: world classics and popular songs
What Western music is popular among college students right now?
As expected, there are a lot of recent songs.
I feel like many of them are built on a dance music foundation.
If there are any songs you don’t know, definitely check them out!
Try introducing them to your college friends, too.
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Recommended Western songs for university students: World classics and popular tracks (1–10)
PermanentSpag Heddy
A song that became famous because a world-renowned robot dancer performed to it.
The artist, originally a hard worker who steadily built a fanbase, skyrocketed to stardom after the robot dancer’s performance.
It may not feel like typical Western pop, but it’s a track you should listen to at least once.
Wake Me UpAvicii
The phrase “Wake me up when it’s all over” appears in the lyrics.
It’s no exaggeration to call this one of Avicii’s signature songs.
The music video is also very thought-provoking and deeply moving.
Avicii is a Western artist who is extremely popular among students.
What Do You Mean?Justin Bieber
This artist also appeared alongside stars like Suzu Hirose and Piko Taro in a commercial.
In the ad, they showcased a cool, clear singing voice, becoming very popular among university students and especially gaining a large female fanbase.
NumbLinkin Park
A truly long-standing Western music artist.
Their recognition is very widespread.
When you think of Linkin Park, I believe this song represents them.
Although it’s a somewhat old track, it doesn’t feel dated at all—if anything, it’s so fresh that it makes me think it could be considered new music.
Uptown FunkMark Ronson
The music evokes the vibe of a stylish overseas shoe store or apparel shop.
Vocally, it has the feel of energetic, wild male voices—something akin to Avicii.
It’s a track I’d recommend to a wide audience, not just young listeners but adults as well.