Recommended ballad songs for children
A ballad song for children… You might think it wouldn’t suit them.
However, I feel that a ballad sung with an untainted, pure heart and a straightforward, beautiful voice can actually work quite well.
It will surely cleanse the sullied hearts of us adults.
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Recommended ballad songs for kids (81–90)
ʻŌhiʻa treeHamasaki Ayumi
This is a moving ballad that conveys the deep love from mother to child.
It’s a song by the nationally beloved singer Ayumi Hamasaki—known for numerous classics like “SEASONS” and “M”—and it was released digitally in 2020.
The grand arrangement, with beautifully resonant strings, leaves a strong impression.
It makes you want to surrender yourself to the sound forever.
Hamasaki’s message song to her own child will surely resonate with the relationship between you and your child as well.
paprikaFoorin×Yonezu Kenshi
A collaborative song by Foorin and Kenshi Yonezu that brightly sings of children’s dreams and hopes.
The cheerful, energetic voices of the kids and the festive, lively sound create a work that gently resonates with the heart.
The lyrics charmingly depict nature and the changing seasons, imbued with feelings for loved ones and a shining sense of anticipation for the future.
Released in August 2018, it is also known as an official song of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Beloved by a wide range of generations from children to adults, it won the 61st Japan Record Award in December 2019.
It’s a heartwarming track perfect for seasonal transitions, taking a new step forward, or spending special moments with someone important.
May it be filled with kindnessJUJU
It’s one of JUJU’s signature songs, loved for her slightly husky, deeply expressive voice.
A beautiful track with the feel of a supreme ballad, it’s widely cherished as a love song.
But if you look at the lyrics, you can also interpret it as a message about the bond between parent and child.
The wish that “kindness will gather all around my most beloved child” is something any parent can surely relate to.
It was also used as the CM song for Kirin Gogo no Kocha’s ad “The Warmest Winter in the World: Parent-Child Bond,” and it’s a song I especially want moms and dads to hear.
Only by livingKiroro
Kiroro’s “Ikite Koso” is truly a moving song that I want children to hear, and after listening, I want them to reflect on the gratitude they owe their parents.
It’s a song with a powerful message and a beautiful melody.
You’ll want to listen to it again and again.
a windfallMONO NO AWARE
It’s a song that wraps you in gentle warmth.
The lyrics about the joys of raising a child and the bond between parent and child truly resonate.
It was written as the theme song for April 2024 on TV Tokyo’s infant and toddler program “Synapusyu.” The song portrays the feelings of parents soothing a baby’s nighttime cries and expresses the small moments of happiness found in everyday life.
The stop-motion animated music video is also a must-see.
It’s a track we’d love not only current parents but also soon-to-be parents to hear.
Perfect for when you’re tired or in the mood for heartwarming music.
My daughter suddenly tried making her siblings look like K-pop idols.kigurumi kaasan no musukora
This is a heartwarming song that celebrates the joys of parenting and the bond between parent and child.
Created by Kigurumi Mom’s son with the theme of family love, the piece carries a message about valuing your true self.
It was released in December 2020, and the music video was also posted on YouTube.
It gained attention mainly on social media and has been supported by a wide range of age groups.
It’s recommended for times when you want a boost of motivation, such as before school or work.
Listening to it together as a family may help deepen your bonds.
It’s sure to leave your heart feeling warm and cozy.
Recommended ballad songs for children (91–100)
That gentle girlsupittsu
This is “Yasashii Ano Ko” by Spitz, released in 2019.
It’s well known as the theme song for the NHK morning drama “Natsuzora,” starring Suzu Hirose.
The familiar, easy-on-the-ears band sound makes it a quintessential Spitz track.
Masamune Kusano’s vocals remain beautiful as ever.
Through its lyrics, “Yasashii Ano Ko” conveys the idea that there’s something waiting for you beyond your hard work.
Its pleasant rhythm is calming, and you can feel a gentle warmth that stays close to your heart.
