I've been playing a few songs for the past couple of weeks in between breaks. The students who come to class early have been pretty happy about that. I don't mind doing Korean songs, but I'd like to do English songs as much as possible.

What are some songs in English that your students know?

Sugar by Maroon 5

I agree with drobinson. Don't be afraid to try showing them songs they don't know! It's sharing your culture, after all ;) I have a playlist of pop songs I like and played it for a free class one time. I was pleasantly surprised to see they knew some of the songs already.

I think nearly all of my students know "Let it Go." A lot of my middle school kids pretend they're too cool for Frozen but somehow they know all the lyrics and burst into song if it comes up somehow 

My middle school kids like Sam Smith and Bruno Mars. Some know Katy Perry and Lady Gaga. One class knew "Titanium" (David Guetta/Sia). Some know the Beatles.

They seemed to like "Geronimo" (Sheppard)-- the music is upbeat and the video is interesting enough. And the chorus is easy to learn!

Also, if you know of a few artists they already like, maybe try showing them some of their lesser known songs. (If ya like them)

They know most Maroon 5 songs, except the early ones from Songs About Jane