[Elementary School Students] Popular Song Rankings by Generation [2026]

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NiziU 「Chopstick」 Dance Performance Video

The charm of NiziU’s songs is that they’re poppy, cute, and make everyone want to copy them! In their track “Chopstick,” the “chopsticks dance” that matches the title drew a lot of attention.

The song was included on their 2021 album “U” and was used in a SoftBank commercial.

Its melody incorporates “The Celebrated Chop Waltz” by British composer Euphemia Allen, giving the track a big impact on its own! If dancing the whole thing is tough, start with the chorus’s “chopsticks dance” first!

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SAKI

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Ayaka / “Nijiiro” (Theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Hanako to Anne”) Music Video (Short Ver.)

When spring comes, the school year changes and classes get reshuffled, and you start spending your days in a new environment.

Some kids look forward to it, while others might feel anxious.

A perfect song for elementary school students in that situation is Ayaka’s “Nijiiro.” Released in April 2014, the song was written as the theme for the NHK morning drama “Hanako to Anne.” It’s a song that gives a push to elementary schoolers starting life in a new grade and a new class!

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Yoimachi Jēn

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Pirapī

A song adorned with a cute rhythm and endearing phrases that will make kids want to move their bodies.

Released by Pilaf Alien in October 2024, this track is popular among children as dance music, and its lyrics expressing affection for the character “Peanuts-kun” are particularly memorable.

Its popularity on social media is also rising, having taken the No.

1 spot on TikTok’s “Top 50” music chart in November 2024.

With a lively beat and catchy melody line, it’s perfect for children to dance to at sports days and recitals.

Many of the dance moves are simple, making it an ideal track for beginner dancers, and a great choice for families looking to liven up their time together.

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100% Courage

A song that’s easy to sing at karaoke and beloved by younger elementary school kids is “Yuuki 100%.” It came out in 1993 and became a big hit when the idol group Hikaru GENJI sang it.

It’s also well known as the opening theme for the anime Nintama Rantarō.

Loved by people of all ages, it’s often chosen as an upbeat tune for events like sports days.

The melody is bright, and the lyrics are full of positive messages.

It encourages you to face challenges without fearing failure, making it a perfect song for kids to sing.

Parents can join in too and feel energized together!

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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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