Ranking of Popular Children's Songs [2026]

Ghost RuleDECO*2750rank/position

DECO*27 – Ghost Rule feat. Hatsune Miku

A track that truly showcases DECO*27 at their best, fusing fierce scratching with a high-velocity rock sound! The lyrics, depicting the inner turmoil of piling on lies until you can no longer tell who you really are, pierce straight into the listener’s heart.

Released in January 2016 and included on the album “GHOST” later that year, its popularity has never waned.

It’s a classic every Vocaloid fan knows, so give it a listen when you want to fire up a karaoke session or let your emotions explode.

Meltryo51rank/position

Hatsune Miku "Melt"

A gem of a love song that colored the dawn of the Vocaloid scene.

Posted to Nico Nico Douga by ryo in December 2007, it had reached 11.7 million views by December 2017.

You’ll be moved by the lyrics, which straightforwardly depict a girl’s feelings of love when faced with the person she likes.

The piano-driven, fast-paced sound conveys a fluttering, racing heart.

Hatsune Miku’s vocals are also captivating—mechanical yet somehow human.

The track is included on the first album “supercell” and helped lay the foundations of Vocaloid culture.

It’s the perfect song for reminiscing about your youth or getting hyped with friends at karaoke.

Endless JourneyMr.Children52rank/position

Mr.Children “Endless Journey” MUSIC VIDEO

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Children’s masterpiece “Owari Naki Tabi” (Endless Journey) is widely cherished as an anthem for life.

Released as a single in October 1998, it also gained attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Naguru Onna.” Symbolizing the band’s full-fledged restart after their hiatus, it topped the Oricon chart and became a million seller.

Spanning about seven minutes, it begins with a quiet introspection, gradually builds in intensity, and then unleashes emotion in the chorus—an arc that deeply stirs listeners’ hearts.

Some baseball fans may remember it as the walk-up song for Hanshin Tigers pitcher Yuki Nishi.

It’s a power song we highly recommend to anyone who wants to steel themselves in decisive moments.

MiracleGReeeeN53rank/position

GReeeeN – Kiseki

It’s a love song that treats meeting someone special as a wonderful event and sings straight from the heart about the precious days of walking together.

It’s a single released in May 2008 by GReeeeN, a vocal group that performs without showing their faces.

Chosen as the theme song for the hit TV drama “ROOKIES,” it went on to earn a Guinness World Record as the best-selling download single in Japan, standing as a brilliant milestone in music history.

Its up-tempo, emotionally rich melody further elevates its direct message of love and gratitude.

Brimming with forward-looking, hopeful energy, it’s perfect for kicking off a school or cultural festival with flair! Sing it with your friends, and it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.

Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number54rank/position

back number – Takane no Hanako-san (full)

It’s one of back number’s signature songs.

Released as a single in June 2013, it sets the aching feelings of unrequited love for an unattainably charming woman to breezy pop rock.

The lyrics, which vividly portray the impatience of a one-sided crush and bouts of self-deprecation, have continued to resonate with many, and in 2019 the song was featured in a Kirin Brewery commercial.

With its driving yet emotional melody line, it’s sure to fire up any school festival stage.

Why not perform it live as a cheer for a classmate you’ve got a crush on?

Bridge of Gloryyuzu55rank/position

Yuzu “Eikou no Kakehashi” Music Video

When it comes to iconic songs that affirm tears and offer hope for the future, isn’t it this cheer song sung by Yuzu? Released in July 2004, the track was chosen as the official theme song for NHK’s coverage of the Athens Olympics that same year.

It was later included on albums such as “1 ~ONE~,” and has been sung and cherished for many years.

The lyrics are compelling in the way they powerfully celebrate the journey of overcoming suffering and setbacks to leave one’s mark.

As a surprise for a teacher who has supported you, why not have everyone sing this piece together at the farewell ceremony to express deep gratitude?

I’ve gotta do the thing that seems impossible.Sambomasutā56rank/position

Sambomaster / We’ve Gotta Do the Impossible MUSIC VIDEO

Isn’t youth a series of constant challenges? Sambomaster’s “Dekikkonai wo Yaranakucha” is a song that cheers on those who are giving it their all.

Released in February 2010, it was written as the theme for Nissan’s Serena commercial and was later chosen as the image song for the drama “Cheer☆Dan.” Alongside the powerful message in the lyrics—“Don’t give up; keep going”—their characteristically straightforward rock sound and raw, passionate vocals are sure to resonate with many.

It’s a classic you’ll want to listen to with your friends when facing difficulties in club activities, studying, or preparing for the school festival.

At your school or cultural festival, try performing it as a band and get the whole venue singing along.