[Elementary School Students] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]

Biri MillionYuuri64rank/position

Yuuri “Birimirion” Official Music Video

Yuri’s “Billimillion,” with its catchy chorus that turns many listeners into fans after just one listen, is likely used by many schools for their sports days.

The chorus has a brisk tempo, so the key is to dance while expressing yourself with big movements of your arms and legs.

The gentle melody and lyrics will lift the dancers’ spirits and are sure to get everyone excited! Performing in the special setting of a sports day can be nerve-wracking, but once you finish the dance, you’ll likely feel both a sense of accomplishment and personal growth.

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mayumi

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SmileMori Nana65rank/position

Nana Mori - Smile (Music Video)

Smile, covered and released by Nana Mori—who is also active as an actress—in 2020, became a hot topic when it was featured as the theme song for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Oronamin C commercial.

With its simple structure and easy melody, it’s perfect for elementary school beginners at karaoke! Practicing its easy-to-remember phrases will help build confidence in singing.

Have the adults and friends around join in with claps and chorus to liven things up.

It’s a heartwarming song that spreads children’s adorable smiles.

Be sure to check out this pop tune that will brighten up the karaoke room.

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mutō

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Thank you / Ikimonogakari (Cover)

This is the 18th single by the mixed-gender three-piece band Ikimonogakari, written as the theme song for NHK’s 2010 first-half morning drama series Gegege no Nyobo.

It is often used at graduation ceremonies and as the entrance march for the National High School Baseball Championship, and has been covered by various artists, making it a number frequently heard in many settings beyond the drama.

Its straightforward lyrics resonate with elementary school children, and its easy-to-remember, gentle melody is soothing to the heart—making it a popular song among both children and adults.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Limit-Break x SurvivorHikawa Kiyoshi67rank/position

[Dragon Ball Super] New theme song “Limit-Break x Survivor” (Vocals: Kiyoshi Hikawa)

It’s the theme song for the TV anime series Dragon Ball Super, based on the globally popular manga Dragon Ball.

This stylish, up-tempo track, which even features English lyrics, is sung by none other than the popular enka singer Kiyoshi Hikawa.

YesterdayOfisharu Higedan Dism68rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Yesterday [Official Video]

This song became the theme for the film HELLO WORLD.

With “don’t give up” and “believe in yourself” as its key phrases, it’s a track that can lift you up even when you’re feeling down after a setback! Looking at the lyrics, you can tell it’s a love song, but if you replace “love” with a place you long for, it feels like it’ll push you forward when you want to work hard at studying or sports.

If you’re hurt by heartless words around you like “You can’t do it” or “Why don’t you just give up?”, try listening to this song!

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sasashina

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Blue and Summer

Released in August 2018, this song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE was written as the theme for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi” (Blue Summer: The 30 Days I Fell in Love with You).

Vocalist Motoki Omori’s soaring voice and lyrics that encourage you to feel like “we’re the main characters” make it a perfect fit for elementary school girls working hard at love or extracurriculars.

It’s also become a staple cheer song for high school baseball and is so powerful it’s even performed in the Koshien Alps stands.

Sing it with friends and you’re sure to feel energized.

It’s an incredibly emotional track that colors a sparkling page of youth.

I am the strongest.Ado70rank/position

[Ado] I’m the Strongest (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)

A masterpiece released by Ado in June 2022, bursting with energy and giving elementary school girls a boost.

This song became a huge hit as an insert song in the film ONE PIECE FILM RED and was written by Motoki Omori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Her powerful, expressive vocals over a fast-paced rock sound are absolutely overwhelming.

The lyrics are also compelling, teaching us the importance of believing in our own strength and pushing forward even when we feel uncertain or lost.

Belt it out with friends at karaoke and charge up with positive energy!