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

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Dance Hall” Official Music Video

Dance Hall, included on Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s 2022 mini-album Unity, also became a household favorite as the theme song for Fuji TV’s information program Mezamashi 8.

Even when things don’t go well, its positive message gives you a gentle push, telling you that you’re fine just as you are—something that really resonates with students and anyone working hard at lessons.

Sing along to the rhythm and you’ll naturally find yourself smiling.

The dance featured in the music video is catchy and popular too, so it’s fun to sing while copying the choreography with your friends!

Let’s give it a tryWANIMA2rank/position

Yattemiyou

This is an energetic track by WANIMA that rearranges the children’s song “Picnic” into a rock style! Its positive message—“Don’t be afraid of failure; just give it a try first”—is sure to give a strong push to elementary school girls working hard at their studies and extracurriculars.

Released digitally in January 2017, the song became a hot topic after being featured in au’s popular “Santaro” commercial series.

The fun, whimsical world of the ads and the song’s driving sound will fill you with excitement just by listening.

With outstanding name recognition and an easy-to-remember melody, it’s guaranteed to turn into a big sing-along with your friends and get the party going when you sing it at karaoke!

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI3rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI “Highest Altitude” ONE PIECE Lyric MV

SEKAI NO OWARI’s classic song “Saikō Tōtatsuten” (“Highest Point”).

This track was used as the opening theme for the hugely popular anime ONE PIECE, which is also beloved by elementary school students.

While SEKAI NO OWARI often tends to have high-pitched melodies, this song is contained within a very narrow vocal range of mid1F to mid2F#.

Even elementary schoolers, whose voices can be unstable due to voice change, should generally be able to sing it without issues.

Boys who have already undergone voice change can sing it in the original key; otherwise—and for most girls in elementary school—it’s best to lower the key for adjustment.

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Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Lilac” Official Music Video

This track captivates with its refreshing guitar sound and exhilarating sense of speed.

Crafted by the popular band Mrs.

GREEN APPLE, you might also recognize it as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery.” Released in April 2024, it went on to win the Grand Prize at the 66th Japan Record Awards the same year.

The lyrics, which depict the brilliance and inner conflicts of youth, amplify the excitement of summer vacation.

Be sure to give it a listen as the perfect BGM for making memories with friends!

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SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

This is a work by SEKAI NO OWARI, a band that captivates listeners with one-of-a-kind songs and staging.

Released in May 2013, the track was selected as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!” and debuted at No.

2 on the Oricon chart.

Its march-like sound, highlighted by a large bass drum and hand cymbals, and its world-building that hints at a grand adventure, make your heart race just by listening.

The lyrics, in which a once-lonely protagonist meets companions and begins walking toward the future, kindle a warm courage in the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect number for starting a new challenge or getting hyped with friends.

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LiSA “Gurenge” -MUSiC CLiP- (Anime “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” Tanjiro Kamado: Unwavering Resolve Arc Opening Theme)

It features a powerful rock sound and LiSA’s clear, crystalline vocals.

The lyrics portray the courage to face hardship and find hope amid battle, filled with a positive message that even elementary school students can relate to.

With a simple, easy-to-remember melody line and lyrics that express emotion straightforwardly, it’s beloved as a karaoke staple.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba from April 2019, it was also performed spectacularly at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December 2020.

Its singable vocal range and simple melody make it perfect for music classes and school events.

It’s also recommended for when you want to get excited with friends at karaoke or sing together with everyone.

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Promise of Sunflowers [from the 25th Owariasahi Children’s Choir Regular Concert]

Written as the theme song for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” this piece became one of Motohiro Hata’s signature works.

Released as a single in August 2014, it is also included on the albums “Ao no Koukei” and “All Time Best Hata Motohiro.” Many listeners were undoubtedly moved by its lyrics, which portray the warmth of those who stay by our side and the unchanging bonds that endure even when we’re apart.

Widely loved as well for its use in NTT West’s commercials, the melody is so well-known that anyone can hum along.

This song, which reminds us that the ordinary moments spent with friends are priceless, is the perfect choice for a graduation ceremony to say “thank you” to teachers and peers who have supported you.