A collection of cheerful nursery rhymes—songs that make you feel happy when you sing them.
There are so many nursery rhymes that are popular with children!
There are songs about animals, songs about food, songs about the seasons—the themes are varied, and each song has its own mood.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of especially cheerful songs from among the most popular nursery rhymes all at once!
We’ve gathered lots of songs that will put you in a happy mood whether you listen to them or sing along.
Please sample the songs we introduce below, and be sure to enjoy listening to and singing your favorites!
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A collection of cheerful nursery rhymes: songs that make you feel happy when you sing them (1–10)
Haohao
It’s a famous song that was also included on “NHK Okaasan to Issho Latest Best,” released in 2001.
Above all, Haohao—the little ghost that looks like a sea angel—is just so cute! I think if someone covered it and sang it now, it could become a hit again.
The laid-back melody is easy to get into and seems perfect for a kindergarten performance.
Even just mimicking the actions to the song—smiling, crying, puffing up—is adorable.
The part where they share a biscuit offers lots of room for creativity, like holding hands with friends.
It might be a ghost song that deserves even more attention!
Halloween is not scary.Ritoru Enjeru
I want to sing with children who feel scared by costumes and Halloween events! Sometimes things you see in shadows or dark places can look like ghosts, right? It might be especially helpful to watch an animation together with children who are afraid of ghosts.
A story where something that looked like a ghost in the shadows or a dark room turns out to be a doll or a toy by mistake can be reassuring.
Singing cheerfully and energetically together with parents or teachers could help everyone welcome Halloween with a happy feeling.
Yaho-ho
Lyrics that call out like “Yah-ho-ho!” are so much fun to sing, aren’t they? Some children might call out with energetic voices.
In those moments, try replying with a cheerful “Yah-ho!” like an echo—it makes things even more fun and is highly recommended.
Enjoy varying the volume of your voice, making it louder and softer.
Open your palms and add a motion as if you’re raising them toward the sun while you sing.
And at the end, try singing even more energetically!
A collection of cheerful children’s songs: tracks that make you feel happy when you sing them (11–20)
Your ColorSakushi/Sakkyoku: Edamamenzu
This work, with its rhythmic and upbeat tone, is a delightful song that celebrates a colorful world.
The lyrics feature a variety of colors that spark children’s curiosity.
It was broadcast as the Monthly Song on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” in February 2020, attracting a great deal of attention.
Written and composed by the masked unit Edamame-ns, it drew interest in the creators’ true identities.
The song is also popular at nursery and kindergarten recitals and is said to help bring out children’s individuality.
How about everyone dancing energetically together with fun, color-themed choreography?
you know
Lyrics and music: This is a song by Hayumi Takahashi.
It’s often sung at graduation ceremonies in nursery and kindergarten, so some people may have learned about this song after hearing their children sing it.
The lyrics, carried by a lively, skipping rhythm, warmly resonate with adults as well.
your smile
Bright and uplifting, “Kimi no Egao” is a feel-good song that won’t be defeated even by a rainy day.
Try singing it with the children, making eye contact and smiling.
Adding gestures and movements can make it even more fun to sing.
Pay attention to the lyrics, too—they’ll fill you with energy that won’t lose to the summer heat.
It’s perfect for singing under the glittering summer sun.
Sing this heart-boosting song and share the importance of smiles with the children.
Let’s all sing it together with lots of energy!
Happy Children
It’s sure to bring a smile! Let me introduce the idea of “Happy Children.” When the temperature stays high, both adults and kids tend to get tired easily.
Many of you are probably thinking about activities that incorporate exercise to help build stamina.
How about using “Happy Children” as a warm-up before activities like jump rope or tag? The lyrics and rhythm are perfect for children, and since it has choreography too, it should help lower the risk of injury compared to jumping straight into exercise.