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

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[Paprika] Dance Music Video | Foorin × Kenshi Yonezu | NHK

Paprika, which was also the NHK 2020 support song, is a popular track written and composed by Kenshi Yonezu! The choreography that matches the lyrics is expressive and very childlike.

It’s also great for events where lots of people dance together at once, like school sports days.

A dance video featuring the members of Foorin is available on YouTube, so everyone can watch and practice together!

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Tani Satoko

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Ikimonogakari 'Joyful' Music Video

“Joyful” is Ikimono-gakari’s 15th single, released in 2009.

It was used as the commercial song for Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky” and reached No.

2 on the Oricon singles chart.

It’s an up-tempo rock tune that naturally lifts your spirits as you listen.

It’s a song I’d especially like children with worries to hear.

In the music video, vocalist Kiyoe Yoshioka performs a dance together with many students, making it a great recommendation for school sports day dance events as well!

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Hamada Takuya

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[PERFECT HUMAN] RADIO FISH 'Easy Dance' 'Comedy/Parody Style' A dance anyone can do! Simple arranged dance!

A party tune in an EDM style distinguished by its energetic beat.

The high-level dance skills and showmanship of the RADIO FISH performers are fully showcased, perfectly matching the rhythmic music.

Released in December 2015, the piece won the Wired Topic Award at the 49th Japan Cable Awards the following year.

It also appeared in the 67th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, becoming a social phenomenon.

The subtly self-deprecating humor woven into the chorus and the powerful dance performance create an appealing contrast.

Even now, it enjoys enduring popularity as a classic track to energize dance time at school sports days and athletic festivals.

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Official HIGE DANDism – Fate [Official Video]

This is a song by Official HIGE DANDism that became the theme for “Netto Koshien 2019.” There are probably many elementary school students who want to listen to this song when they’re giving their all, or when they feel lost or on the verge of breaking.

Rather than being about someone cheering you on, this song feels like you’re listening to the voice within yourself.

It portrays the desire to face your weaknesses, push down your anxieties and regrets, and move forward.

They often say that when it comes to competition, your biggest opponent is yourself.

Just listening to it gives you energy—an awesome summer anthem!

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sasashina

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Naniwa Danshi – First Love (Ubu Love) [Music Video Dance ver.]

Released by Naniwa Danshi in 2021, this song is a youthful, heart-throbbing love tune.

The lyrics express the pure feelings of first love, which are also sprinkled throughout its charming choreography.

With its bright, lively melody and easy-to-learn dance, it’s sure to let elementary school kids have a blast! And it’s wonderful that not only children but adults can join in and get pumped up together.

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#3 [Ensemble by Middle and Senior Kindergarteners] “Paprika”

This song features a bright, energetic melody that captures children’s hearts and lyrics filled with hope.

It was written by Kenshi Yonezu for NHK’s support song project for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and is performed by the children’s music group Foorin.

Centered on the theme of a dialogue between one’s pure childhood self and one’s grown-up self, it carries a self-encouraging message.

Released in August 2020, the song has been loved by people of all ages, from children to adults, and has been performed at various events and concerts.

It’s also perfect for family karaoke—easy to sing and remember, it’s sure to create lasting memories.

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NiziU(니쥬) 2nd Single 『Take a picture』 MV

NiziU is a girls’ group supported by a wide range of generations.

One of their songs themed around memories is “Take a picture.” It was featured in a Coca-Cola commercial, and the dance that uses photo-taking motions as a motif also became a hot topic.

Just listening to it gives you energy, but trying the dance and having fun together is great too.

Also, don’t miss the exciting music video set in an amusement park.

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yamamoto

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