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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)
Wish Upon a StarRī Hārain
This is the song sung by Jiminy Cricket in Disney’s 1940 film Pinocchio.
Ranked seventh on the American Film Institute’s list of 100 greatest movie songs, it’s one of the most popular Disney tunes.
Often used as a music-box melody, its sweet and soothing tone makes it perfect as a lullaby, and you may find yourself drifting off to sleep before it’s over.
Singing it at a slower tempo will likely enhance the effect.
Teru’s SongTeshima Aoi
“Therru’s Song” is an insert song from Studio Ghibli’s film Tales from Earthsea.
Alongside the main theme “Time’s Song,” it’s one of the tracks that boosted her fame.
Sung in Aoi Teshima’s whispery voice, it’s also great as a lullaby.
With its slow tempo and easy-to-sing melody, it’s perfect for mothers to sing to their children.
While it may be hard to sing exactly like Aoi Teshima, the gentle melody itself makes it soothing, and hearing it in a mother’s comforting voice might help a child drift right off to sleep.
Yuri’s songSakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Kusakawa Shin
Speaking of classic lullabies, this song “Yurikago no Uta” (Cradle Song) comes to mind.
It’s a famous children’s song selected for the “100 Best Japanese Songs,” and in 2011 it was covered by Rimi Natsukawa, known for “Nada Sōsō.” The lyrics, in which birds and animals come to visit a baby sleeping in a cradle, are just so adorable.
There are four verses, but the melody repeats throughout, so it’s easy to learn and sing right away.
If you gently pat along while playing it, your baby will surely drift off to dreamland in no time.
Schubert’s LullabyFurantsu Shūberuto
When it comes to lullabies, many people probably think of Schubert’s Lullaby.
It was composed in 1816, when Franz Schubert was 19 years old, and it carries his feelings for his mother, whom he lost at the age of 15.
The lyricist is unknown.
In Japan, the translations by Atsushi Naito and Sakufū Kondō are well known.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Starfuransu min’yō
It’s a classic children’s nursery song! Surely everyone knows this tune, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.” The original melody is the French song “Ah! Vous dirais-je, Maman,” but the parody version “Twinkle, twinkle, little star” spread as a nursery rhyme and is now sung around the world, including in Japan.
It’s often sung in early childhood settings, and since it’s a song about stars shining in the night sky, it’s perfect for putting children to sleep, isn’t it? Try singing it in a whisper, at a slow tempo.
Child GodKojya Misako
“Warabigami,” sung by Okinawan singer Misako Koja, is a lullaby she composed for her grandchild.
Although the song was written in 1997, it became a hit in 2001 after being used as an insert song in the NHK morning drama series Churasan.
Rimi Natsukawa’s cover is also well known.
The lyrics include some less familiar words, but it’s a mysteriously memorable, relaxing piece when you listen to it.
Please sing it while wishing for your child’s healthy growth.
Anpanman’s Marchdoriimingu
Since the anime began airing in November 1988, the songs performed by Dreaming have continued to capture children’s hearts.
Their bright, upbeat feel and powerful message celebrating the joy of life also resonate with adults.
With its gentle, unhurried melody, this piece is even popular as a lullaby.
Because it has continued to be used as the anime’s opening theme, your child is sure to listen with delight.
Why not take some quiet time before bed to listen together as a family? It will wrap you in a warm, comforting feeling.