[Baby Sleep Music] Soothing music/BGM that lulls your baby to sleep
What kind of music do you play when putting your baby to sleep?
It’s tough to soothe a baby to sleep when their sleep rhythm isn’t established yet, isn’t it?
I’m sure the moms and dads handling this are exhausted.
In this article, we introduce music and background tracks to help your baby sleep comfortably.
We’ve gathered classics, music box tunes, and relaxing tracks with natural sounds, so please try them when you’re having trouble getting your baby to sleep.
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[Baby Sleep Music] Soothing Music and BGM to Help with Bedtime (1–10)
LullabySakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Kusakawa Shin
It’s one of the best-known lullabies in Japan and was even selected for the “100 Best Japanese Songs.” Many mothers probably find themselves humming it without thinking, vaguely remembering being sung to themselves long ago.
Since it’s easy to learn, it might be perfect as a first lullaby.
Gentle Wave Sounds + Piano MedleyDizunī
You can enjoy the sound of the piano while listening to gentle waves.
Leaves sway in the breeze, and sometimes you can hear the songs of insects.
Natural sounds are the most relaxing, aren’t they? I’m sure they’ll feel comforting for babies, too.
The piano plays in a soft, whisper-like tone, with a medley of 14 iconic songs from Disney’s classic animations.
You can even let it play for over six hours! Try it during periods when your baby’s sleep is light and nighttime crying is a concern.
POISON ~A world where you can’t even say what you want to say~Sorimachi Takashi
It sounds like an urban legend, but it’s a true story that seems unbelievable.
These days, it’s considered one of the quintessential lullabies.
We can’t say for sure whether Takashi Sorimachi’s voice is especially appealing to babies, but many of them stop crying with a curious look or calm down when they hear the intro or his singing.
There are times when a baby just won’t stop crying, or they seem sleepy but you can’t figure out why they’re crying, and it’s really tough.
In moments like that, give this a try at least once.
It’ll be fun to see how they react!
[Baby Sleep Music] Soothing Music and BGM to Help with Bedtime (11–20)
AliensKirinji
This is one of the signature songs by Kirinji, a Japanese band known for their catchy, pop-leaning sound.
It gained a lot of attention in 2017 when the actress Non sang it in a commercial, so many of you may have heard it.
With its poetic, romantic lyrics and gently relaxed sound throughout, it can lull even adults into a pleasant sleep.
It might be nice for dads and moms to sing it as a lullaby at bedtime, or to take a nap together while listening to it.
MoonlightKurōdo Dobyushī
This is “Clair de Lune,” the most famous piece from the French composer Debussy’s Suite bergamasque.
It’s a very popular piece for prenatal music and classical music for babies.
Babies tend to like gentle, unhurried pieces like this one.
It’s said that babies can relax and fall asleep when they listen to slow music with a tempo similar to their mother’s heartbeat.
Why not listen to this soothing piece together with your baby—it’s healing for adults too.
Nocturne No. 2 in E-flat major, Op. 9 No. 2Furederikku Shopan
Among Chopin’s nocturnes, this is the most famous piece, and you probably hear it often as a film insert song or background music in town.
It’s almost always included in classical music for prenatal education and for babies, isn’t it? Its gentle piano melody offers a sense of reassurance and calm.
There are various theories, but it’s said that playing classical music is beneficial for a baby’s brain development, so it’s something you’ll want to play often in everyday life, not just for putting them to sleep.
Light of FirefliesInagaki Chikai
This is a cover of “Hotaru no Hikari” by Japanese singer-songwriter Ayaka Hirahara.
It’s a soothing track featuring her signature gentle yet resolute vocals, and it seems perfect for helping a baby drift off to sleep.
“Hotaru no Hikari” often appears in collections of music for babies, too.
The original and music box versions are lovely, but since this is a cover, it’s especially familiar and pleasant for adults as well, making it easy to sing along as a lullaby.
Highly recommended.