Get pumped with kids’ favorite songs! A memorable collection of classics that will make you want to sing along
There are plenty of songs across a wide range of genres that children can enjoy singing.
From timeless favorites like “Sanpo” and “Odoru Pompokolin” to recent kids’ songs, there are many classics loved across generations.
Whether for kindergarten, nursery school, or elementary school music activities—or simply singing together at home—these songs can turn any moment into a wonderful time filled with natural smiles.
From upbeat, energizing tunes to gentle, heartwarming songs, here we introduce pieces that children can enjoy together.
We hope you find a favorite one.
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Get pumped with songs kids love! A collection of unforgettable classics that will make you want to sing along (91–100)
Under the Sea
“Under the Sea” is a popular song from the Disney film The Little Mermaid.
In the movie, Sebastian the crab sings about how wonderful life is under the sea to keep Ariel from going to the surface.
In fact, a great many instruments are used, and various fish, shellfish, and octopuses appear, so it will surely solve the problem of not having enough roles for a school play.
Magic Shoes
Listening to it makes you feel positive—“Magic Shoes” is the perfect song for the start of summer when you want to try something new! It’s also popular with children and teachers.
The lyric “put on your magic shoes” is so adorable, isn’t it? It’s a thrilling song that makes you feel like taking on new challenges or going out somewhere.
With its bright tempo, try singing it together while happily chatting about your favorite shoes.
P.A.R.T.Y. ~Universe Festival~DA PUMP
A dance number from DA PUMP following “U.S.A.,” which was selected for the 2018 Japan Record Awards Excellent Work Award.
The previous “Ii ne Dance” had an addictive quality that made anyone start moving as soon as they heard the song, but the signature move of this track is, plainly, the “Baiin Dance.” The original inspiration is said to be a dance popular among American youth.
The name reportedly comes from Ken Shimura’s iconic “Aiin,” as a tribute.
With its very comical movements, it’s sure to capture children’s hearts.
Tomatotto…? Chili Pepper — Vegetable ShiritoriKakijima Shinji / Hanakappa (Nakagawa Rie) Momokappa (Shishido Rumi)
You’ll be soothed by its cheerful, cute, country-style tune.
It’s a shiritori song that uses the names of vegetables.
It was released in 2015 as the ending theme for NHK’s children’s anime Hanakappa.
If you used to watch Hanakappa in the mornings or evenings, it will surely sound familiar.
As you’d expect, the sound of the words is fantastic, and you’ll find yourself humming along.
If you sing it together as a family, your child might even get over their dislike of vegetables before you know it.
Toy Cha-Cha-Cha
Composed in 1959 as an insert song for a skit about toys in an adult variety show, “Omocha no Cha-Cha-Cha” is a fun tune that kids love, the kind that makes you want to clap along instinctively to the “cha-cha-cha” chant.
Just imagining children wondering, “What are the toys doing after we fall asleep?” is enough to make your heart flutter.
If you sing while chatting about their favorite toys and things they love, it might capture their interest and make the song even more enjoyable.
Boomba-boon!
This is a song from NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” where the Exercise Brother performs a sharply executed dance.
The tempo speeds up and slows down, showing a variety of expressions, and it features unique choreography that matches the changes.
Once children see it, their eyes will sparkle and they’ll start dancing along, imitating the moves.
It’s a song that lets you move your body naturally and have fun.
Mountain MusiciansDoitsu min’yō
An endearing, picture book-like piece in which the animals of the forest become musicians and hold a concert.
In this song, mountain friends like squirrels and little birds appear one after another, each showing off their favorite instrument.
With a structure that layers on words imitating the timbre of the instruments, it carries a lively joy that makes your body start moving all on its own.
It became widely known in Japan after being featured in April 1964 on NHK’s “Minna no Uta,” sung by Dark Ducks.
Since then, it has been sung for many years on educational programs and the like.
Part of its charm is that you can enjoy it with gestures and hand motions, too.