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

First Lovenaniwa danshi43rank/position

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.

So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster44rank/position

“So, You’re Not Alone” – Little Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster’s “Dakara, Hitori Janai” (“So, You’re Not Alone”) is a song you can have fun singing and dancing to with friends.

Released in May 2017, it was used as the ending theme for season 2 of the anime My Hero Academia.

The music video, filmed at Universal Studios Japan, features characters like Snoopy and Elmo, making it a delightfully exciting watch.

If you have a friend feeling down after a setback in studies or club activities, why not share this song with them? Pass the mic around at karaoke and sing together—your worries will melt away!

Kaikai KitanEVE45rank/position

Kaikai Kitan – Eve MV

This is the fourth major-label digital-only single by singer-songwriter Eve, who made his major debut in 2019 after various experiences as a vocalist on video platforms, in bands, and in vocal groups.

Selected as the theme song for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, the track was created by reinterpreting the work’s imagery, as Eve himself is a reader of the original manga.

Its melody features dramatic shifts in pitch, giving it a catchy appeal that captivates not only children but adults as well, and together with the anime’s popularity, it has become a hit among elementary school students.

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That gentle girlsupittsu46rank/position

Spitz / That Gentle Girl

“Yasashii Ano Ko,” best known as the theme song of NHK’s morning drama series Natsuzora set in Hokkaido, was released in June 2019 as the 42nd single by the four-piece rock band Spitz, whose vocalist Masamune Kusano captivates listeners with his distinctive lyrical world.

The song features Kusano’s characteristic lyrics, including lines that reflect on people waiting for the end of Hokkaido’s long winter and the incorporation of Ainu language.

With its gentle tempo, it’s easy to sing at karaoke—why not try it with family or friends?

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Defeated Herokoron47rank/position

【MV】Defeated Hero / Colon

An encouraging song that gently supports children striving toward their dreams and goals.

Koron from Strawberry Prince (SutoPuri) delivers a gentle yet powerful vocal that resonates like a warm embrace, soothing the worries and setbacks everyone experiences.

Released in May 2019, the piece carries a message of taking steady steps forward without fearing failure, while cherishing your true self.

Even if others laugh at you, the lyrics stress the importance of protecting your own smile—perfect for moments of doubt or discouragement.

Centered on the piano, the melody brims with kindness, as if softly nudging the listener onward.

It’s a song we hope every child aiming for their dreams—without fear of failure—will hear.

Shut up.Ado48rank/position

[Ado] Shut Up

Ado, the singer hailed as the diva of a new era and always a hot topic with every new release, put out this major-label debut digital single.

Its catchy composition and provocative lyrics turned it into a social phenomenon.

With easy-to-copy phrases and an impactful sound, it’s hugely popular among elementary school girls as well.

While the lyrics, which read like a scrawled-out rant against old social systems, are more adult-oriented and may be hard for younger kids to fully grasp, many enjoy making parody versions of the song.

The track’s high level of craftsmanship and her arresting vocals make it well worth a listen!

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ASOBONiziU49rank/position

NiziU(니쥬) Digital Single 「ASOBO」 M/V

With a playful spirit, every day becomes more fun—that’s the feeling this NiziU track gives you.

Featuring house music and a Motown-style upbeat rhythm, it’s the kind of song that makes many listeners start moving without even realizing it.

Released in April 2022, it was also used in a Fanta commercial.

Its message, “Let’s enjoy everyday life no matter what,” amplifies that excited summer vacation mood.

It’s perfect for hanging out with friends or as background music for outings, so give it a listen when you want everyone to get hyped!