Recommended ballad songs for children

Dear BrideNishino Kana

Kana Nishino “Dear Bride” MV (Short Ver.)

This is a ballad by Kana Nishino, whose girly-tinged vocals and character have gained popularity for their brilliantly matched, glamorous sound.

It’s a bright, uplifting piece with a delicate groove you can get lost in, and the youthful lyrics make it perfect for children.

Wine Red Heartanzenchitai

A Wine-Red Heart (Wine Red no Kokoro) — Anzen Chitai

This is a ballad by Anzen Chitai that has become a song long remembered in Japan thanks to its truly skilled vocals and urban sound.

The refreshing sound lifts your spirits, making it perfect for children as well.

A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe

Momoe Yamaguchi - Good Day to Set Out on a Journey

This is a ballad by idol Momoe Yamaguchi, whose cool, no-nonsense artistry and deep, mature vocal approach command a strong presence.

The stylish, airy sound gives it a refreshing feel that even children will want to hum along to.

May it be filled with kindnessJUJU

JUJU 'So That It Overflows with Kindness'

This is a hit song by JUJU that was featured in a TV commercial.

For parents, children are irreplaceable; it’s a classic that conveys the unconditional love from parent to child, overflowing with tenderness.

Children gradually grow up, leave their parents, and walk their own path in life.

It’s a love song that reminds us of a parent’s affection—parents keep worrying and cheering their children on, no matter how much time passes.

A flower that bloomed in the desertYU-KI

The Flower That Bloomed in the Desert – Kicell

The song I recommend when you want to express feelings you don’t usually put into words to your precious child is “A Flower Bloomed in the Desert,” sung by YUKI.

YUKI is a mother of two and has been active as the vocalist of JUDY AND MARY as well as in her solo career.

This song, which evokes a gentle flow of time, conveys through its lyrics not a clingy kind of love, but a light touch that still communicates a deep, enduring “I will always love you.” By the time you reach the end, you’ll find your deep love for your child overlapping with the song.

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Yuuko.S

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To you who returned to the skyhonda suguru

To the baby who couldn’t be born: “To you who returned to the sky” — To the sky, baby — miscarriage, stillbirth

Having a child doesn’t guarantee that the entire future will be “happy.” This is a tear-jerking message song about lives that set off for the sky without ever meeting their father or mother.

It’s a piece by singer-songwriter Suguru Honda, released in 2014—a ballad that conveys an overwhelming sorrow, piercing deep into the heart.

Even those who aren’t married or couples who don’t yet have children will likely feel their chests tighten when they listen.

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Araki Jakkan

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My Little RoseHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / My Little Rose (Lyric Video)

If you want to tell your beloved child, “Thank you for being born,” I recommend Dai Hirai’s “My Little Rose.” It’s a digital single released in 2022, reportedly recorded right after Hirai’s own child was born.

It even includes the baby’s first cries, resulting in a heartwarming, love-filled ballad.

It’s perfect for dads whose child has just been born, and it’s also a great choice for expressing your feelings on an older child’s birthday.

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Hamada Takuya

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