[Lullabies] Recommended for putting children to sleep! Songs that lull babies to sleep
A “lullaby” is a song sung when putting a child to bed or soothing them.
It’s also called a yōranka, and is characterized by a calm melody with a gentle, unhurried feel.
Children don’t fall asleep the way adults would like, do they?
They may get fussy even when they’re drowsy and can’t quite fall asleep, or finally nod off only to wake up again right away…
In this article, we introduce songs perfect for bedtime, including Japanese lullabies and classical pieces.
Please try to find lullabies that will help your child relax.
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[Lullabies] Recommended for putting children to sleep! Songs that lull babies to sleep (1–10)
The Song of Fluffy CafukaNaki yamu Akachan neru
Created as part of Lotte’s 2021 “Kafuka-kun” series, this piece is a mysteriously captivating track that engages children by skillfully incorporating high-frequency sounds and key changes.
Combined with visuals featuring the character Kafuka-kun, it’s said to help focus a baby’s attention.
It’s recommended for parents dealing with sudden crying or struggling to put their baby to sleep, especially when the reason for the crying isn’t clear.
However, letting them watch the video for too long can be counterproductive—be mindful of viewing time while you let them listen.
Marigoldaimyon
It’s one of Aimyon’s signature songs that captivates many listeners—some hear it as a declaration of unchanging love for someone dear, while others feel the nostalgia of a pure romance from the past.
The beautiful lyrics, like a snapshot of youth, also convey a strong resolve: never to let go, whether you’re side by side or far apart.
Released in August 2018, the track became a massive hit with over 100 million streams.
Aimyon’s simple, soothing vocals have even inspired comments like, “When I play this song, my child falls asleep easily,” making it a perfect choice for bedtime, too.
Lala LuPegī Rī, Sonī Bāku
Lalabye, used as an insert song in the Disney film Lady and the Tramp.
The heroine dog, Lady, sees a baby born to her owners, and the wife, Darling, sings this lullaby to the child.
It’s used in the scene that portrays Lady’s anxiety about the newborn, and it’s an indispensable moment for the developments that follow.
[Lullabies] Recommended for putting children to sleep! Songs that lull babies to sleep (11–20)
Lullaby of the StarsAmatsuki
The song gently singing of dreams and starry skies is filled with a warmth that embraces children’s hearts.
The message of love and hope woven into its enchanting lyrics will make the moments before sleep feel special.
Amatsuki’s clear, translucent voice creates a gentle atmosphere, as if quietly drifting across a sea of stardust.
Released in January 2019, this track is recommended not only as a lullaby but also for listening while thinking of someone dear to you.
Why not listen together with someone special during bedtime or a calm, quiet night?
Cinnamon’s LullabyShinamon
A popular Sanrio character named “Cinnamon,” after its tail curls up like a cinnamon roll.
In this “Cinnamon’s Lullaby,” which Cinnamon sings as if gently speaking to you, the adorable voice is perfect for helping children drift off to sleep.
The lyrics are also very cute—tender and encouraging in a way that, for some reason, can move not only children but adults to tears.
It’s also charming how the name Cinnamon rhymes with the sentence ending “…da mon” in Japanese.
Pat-pat babykoyama maki
If you have small children, you’ve probably played this at least once.
Its lovingly written lyrics seem to speak on a mother’s behalf: “I’m right here with you, so sleep tight and don’t worry.” With its gentle melody and tone, it’s a song that could lull not only babies but adults to a deep sleep.
Mozart’s Lullaby
For a long time, this piece was known as “Mozart’s Lullaby” and attributed to the great classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
However, recent research using materials from a library in Hamburg has revealed that it is in fact the work of Bernhard Flies, who was both a physician and a composer.
It is now sometimes called “Flies’s Lullaby.” The lyrics are by Friedrich Wilhelm Gotter.
In Japanese, Keizo Horiuchi’s translation is the most famous, and its gentle triple meter makes it a lovely song that invites drowsiness.
