Recommended cheer songs for elementary school students: popular tracks to listen to when you want a boost
I think many elementary school students are dealing with worries.
It would be great if they could talk to someone, but there are times when it’s hard to open up…
So in this article, we’ve gathered some encouragement songs we want worried elementary schoolers to listen to!
Encouragement songs can’t solve problems, but they can lift a heavy heart and give you the courage to take a step forward.
Give them a listen when you want a boost.
Upbeat tracks are perfect for sports days, and moving songs are also recommended for graduation ceremonies or farewell parties!
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Recommended cheer-up songs for elementary schoolers: Popular tracks to listen to when you want a boost (71–80)
DaijoubuGirls²
“Daijoubu” is a song by Girls², a girls’ performance group whose members are all in their teens.
Released in 2019 as their debut single, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
Listening to the lyrics, which repeat reassuring words, doesn’t it make you feel energized? The music video features the members’ dancing, making it a perfect track for school sports day dance events!
Joyfulikimonogakari
“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!
Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
This song was created as the theme for an NHK Educational children’s news program.
Centered on the theme of “dialogue” to find answers in the gray area rather than 0 or 100, it delivers a profound message in gentle language while questioning things adults take for granted.
Anticipated as a piece that fosters an SDGs mindset, it’s recommended for parents and children seeking a starting point to think about social issues, as well as for educators who value flexible thinking.
KIDS ARE ALRIGHTBuzz72+
This piece was chosen as the commemorative theme song for the Fukuoka-based professional baseball team the Hawks’ 85th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of the Fukuoka Dome.
It’s a track by Buzz72+, a band from Fukuoka, released as a single in 2023.
A dramatic rock number, it pairs an energetic band sound with majestic strings.
Masaharu Inoue’s bright, clear vocals and the lyrics’ positive message—“Right now, we’re living in a dream”—are a perfect match.
I think it has enough power to blow away the worries and anxieties of elementary school kids.
Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika
A heart-pounding song filled with passion for dreams and adventure, highlighted by Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals.
It delivers a youthful, positive message, singing of the courage to face hardship and the bonds with friends—perfect for boosting excitement at school sports days and athletic festivals.
Released as a single in June 1997, it was used as the opening theme for a TV anime.
It won the Work Award at the Heisei Anisong Grand Prize and garnered widespread support, reaching as high as No.
7 on the Oricon charts.
Even when practice time is limited for a sports-day cheer song, its simple, easy-to-remember melody and lyrics mean the whole class can start singing it right away.
PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH
“PERFECT HUMAN,” the smash hit by RADIO FISH—the music group formed by the comedy duo Oriental Radio.
It’s a popular dance track among elementary school kids, and many have probably tried the distinctive “Flying Man” moves.
The lyrics are bold, but as a fight song that brims with determination, it’s sure to give elementary schoolers courage and energy.
“PERFECT HUMAN” has won numerous awards, including the 49th Japan Cable Radio Awards’ Buzz Award, so don’t dismiss it as “just a comedian’s song”—give it a listen!
Live in the present.Saucy Dog
Powerfully singing of youthful passion and hope, this Saucy Dog track was created as a cheer anthem for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Portraying growth through overcoming setbacks and hardship, bonds with teammates, and the courage to move forward while staying true to oneself, the song deeply resonates with young people navigating high school life during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Released in December 2022, it has become an indispensable fan favorite at their live shows, giving a strong push not only to soccer players but also to students working hard every day for their clubs and school events.