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What karaoke songs can kids sing? Popular karaoke songs for parents and children to sing together as a family.

More and more families are enjoying karaoke at home these days! In this article, we’re introducing popular songs with a focus on “songs kids can sing” and “songs that get the whole family excited.” We’ve gathered J-pop, children’s songs, anime themes, TV drama theme songs, idol songs, and other familiar, relatively easy-to-sing tracks that almost everyone has heard at least once.

Feel free to use this when you want to sing well-known songs or enjoy karaoke with young children through elementary school age!

What karaoke songs can kids sing? Popular karaoke songs for parents and families to sing together (71–80)

If you’re with meIori

The hugely popular anime Detective Conan, based on a mystery manga by Gosho Aoyama, is always ranked among elementary school students’ favorite shows.

The song “Kimi ga Ireba” adds lyrics to the main theme composed by Katsuo Ono and is sung by Iori.

It’s been used for many years in the films and more, so many of you probably know it.

Since the anime has been on the air for over 20 years, both parents and kids are sure to be able to sing the melody.

Be sure to sing it together as a family!

Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]
Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)

After getting pumped up with an exciting track, you often feel like singing something gentle, right? “Umi no Koe,” with its resonant sanshin tones, is a song that warms listeners’ hearts when sung at karaoke.

Released in 2015 by Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani), it became a hot topic after being featured in the au flip phone commercial “Umi no Koe” edition.

Its unforgettable sound and his powerful yet tender vocals are distinctive.

The simple musical structure makes it easy for children to sing, and it’s also great for group sing-alongs!

DoraemonHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Doraemon (Official Video)
DoraemonHoshino Gen

A number by Gen Hoshino with a very direct title and an unforgettable, distinctive hook at the end of the chorus.

As the title suggests, this song was used as the opening theme for the anime Doraemon and as the main theme for the film Doraemon: Nobita’s Treasure Island.

In addition, the B-side, “Koko ni Inai Anata e” (To You Who Aren’t Here), was used as an insert song in the film.

Bursting with comedic flair, the track is packed with elements that make kids want to sing along! Parents watching the anime with their children may even find themselves humming it without noticing…

It’s such a fun song that sticks in your head after just one listen, making it perfect for parent-child karaoke!

What karaoke songs can kids sing? Popular karaoke songs for parents and families to sing together (81–90)

Doraemon: Make My Dreams Come Truemao

An anime loved by everyone, from children to adults—Doraemon.

This song, “Yume o Kanaete Doraemon,” was used as the opening theme for about 12 years, so it’s a tune that’s very familiar not only to children but also to their families.

So when you go to karaoke with your kids, be sure to try singing it together.

It’s a song you can enjoy as a group—have the kids sing while the adults do the call-and-response, or try the reverse pattern.

PAKUasmi

PAKU – asmi (Official Music Video)
PAKUasmi

A huge hit among Gen Z, the song “PAKU” is all over TikTok with countless dance videos.

It’s a 2022 digital release by Osaka-based singer-songwriter asumi, with lyrics and composition by meiyo, whose “Nani Yatte mo Umaku Ikanai” became a massive hit.

Sung in a sweet voice, this track would surely sound adorable in children’s voices too! The chorus is so catchy you’ll find yourself humming it after just one listen, and the whisper-like vocal parts make it fun as well.

Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo

Dokimeki Diary – asmi feat. Chinozo (Official Music Video)
Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo

Sung by asumi, a next-generation pop icon known as “the most-used singing voice on social media,” this is the opening theme for the anime Pokémon.

The clear, refreshing vocals and slightly wavy pop sound make you feel light and cheerful when you listen.

True to Pokémon, a character loved across generations, it conveys both a childlike charm and a mature side.

The lyrics are natural and positive, honestly acknowledging one’s weaknesses, making it a soothing song even for adults.

Perfect for karaoke with your kids!

365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48

[MV full] 365 Nichi no Kamihikōki / AKB48 [Official]
365 Days' Paper AirplaneAKB48

AKB48’s nationally popular song “365-Day Paper Airplane” also drew attention as the theme song for the 2015 NHK morning drama series “Asa ga Kita.” The chorus is especially catchy, so you can’t help but hum along.

The gentle, warm lyrics are uplifting when you listen to them.

With its relaxed melody, it’s a wonderful song that can energize people of all ages—from small children to grandparents.

It’s a tune the whole family can enjoy singing together.