Music That Soothes a Crying Baby | Recommended Songs to Lull Them into a Comfortable Sleep

Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu

Anpanman March (TV Size ver.) [Official Opening Theme]

This is a song by Dreaming that delivers the fundamental theme of “What is the joy of living?” set to a bright marching rhythm.

Released in November 1988, it is widely known as the opening theme of the anime Soreike! Anpanman.

The powerful message and catchy melody are sure to capture the heart of a fussy baby and lift their spirits.

Please lend an ear to this music, like a protective charm that supports you every day.

Tonton Tomato-chanSakushi: Kirakeizou, Hamada Rie / Sakkyoku: Hamada Rie

[Baby Stops Crying] Ton-ton Tomato-chan (NHK E-Tele “Peek-a-boo!”) | Hand Play | Dance | Nursery Rhyme (Teaching Material for Nursery Teachers/School Teachers)

It’s a cheerful, adorable tune that makes you want to gently tap along, “ton-ton,” without thinking.

In this song, a bright red tomato character pops up full of energy, as if singing about wanting to be friends with everyone.

Its simple, bouncy melody is sure to capture a baby’s heart right away.

The piece was featured on NHK E-Tele’s “Peekaboo!” in February 2017 and is included on albums such as “Peekaboo! Kanpaai!!” It’s also known through word of mouth as a song that can calm a crying baby.

PythagoraSwitch Opening ThemeKurihara Masami

Masaki Kurihara: “PythagoraSwitch Opening Theme” La Strada_All Members Masaki KURIHARA “Pythagora Switch Opening Theme” | YWS

An uplifting instrumental piece by Masaki Kurihara, who has created numerous commercial music tracks.

The lively melodies played by recorder and melodica feel like a signal that something fun is about to begin.

They gently spark a baby’s curiosity and can brighten even a grumpy mood.

Widely known as the opening theme of the NHK E-TV program “PythagoraSwitch,” this piece is included on albums such as “PythagoraSwitch: Uta no CD,” released around 2010.

It’s perfect not only for refreshing a baby’s mood, but also for adding a cheerful touch to time spent together as a parent and child.

Hagoon’s Hug-Hug SongFukui Yosuke

Cry-Stopping Hug Video: “Hagun’s Hug-Hug Song” (Long ver.)

This is a wonderfully appealing piece with a warm, lively melody that invites parent–child interaction.

Composed by Yosuke Fukui, known for crafting numerous memorable commercial jingles, it was released in August 2018 as part of the baby products brand GOO.N’s project.

Drawing on expert insights, the song skillfully weaves in sounds that capture babies’ attention, and its gradually quickening tempo helps lift fussy moods into a cheerful state.

In fact, a real-world study showed it calmed 94.3% of crying babies—music that supports moments filled with smiles for parents and children alike.

The Song of Fluffy Cafuka

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Created as part of Lotte’s 2021 “Kafuka-kun” series, this piece is a mysteriously captivating track that engages children by skillfully incorporating high-frequency sounds and key changes.

Combined with visuals featuring the character Kafuka-kun, it’s said to help focus a baby’s attention.

It’s recommended for parents dealing with sudden crying or struggling to put their baby to sleep, especially when the reason for the crying isn’t clear.

However, letting them watch the video for too long can be counterproductive—be mindful of viewing time while you let them listen.

Brahms’ LullabyJohannes Brahms

[Brahms’ Lullaby] Music Box 1 Hour Continuous [Sleep BGM, No Mid-roll Ads, Lullaby, Baby] Brahms / Lullaby (Music Box)

A song composed by Johannes Brahms and counted among the “world’s three greatest lullabies,” this masterpiece has even been reported to calm 85% of crying babies in one experiment when they listened to it! For busy moms struggling with their adorable little ones’ nighttime crying—once they get fussy, they’re hard to settle—this might just be the one track that comes to the rescue.

Baby Shark

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With a catchy melody you’ll never forget after just one listen, this song brings smiles to children around the world.

Released in June 2016 by the Korean edutainment company Pinkfong, it is based on a traditional campfire song passed down through the years.

Its simple story of a shark family appearing one by one will quickly captivate even babies.

In November 2020, it became the most-viewed video in YouTube history, and its popularity led to the release of the album “Pinkfong Presents: The Best of Baby Shark” and the production of the TV animated series “Baby Shark’s Big Show!” Enjoy happy moments together as a family with its fun rhythm and dance.