Recommended cheer songs for elementary school students: popular tracks to listen to when you want a boost

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GReeeeN – Kiseki

In elementary school, students change classes over six years and interact with many friends.

Through that, they deepen their bonds with their peers, and the presence of those friends gives them strength.

A popular song that celebrates such bonds is GReeeeN’s “Kizuna.” It was the theme song for the TV drama ROOKIES, which is about high school baseball, and the song is popular along with the show.

Because it sings about the joy of meeting friends whose mere presence makes you feel happy, it’s a perfect song for students from elementary through high school.

Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster

“Someday These Tears Will” – Little Glee Monster

This is a song whose strength and warmth resonate in the heart.

Released in January 2018 on the album “juice,” it was also selected as the support song for the 96th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

Little Glee Monster’s powerful vocals give a push to those striving toward their dreams.

Created with the feelings of soccer players in mind, the song carries a hopeful message that the tears shed after hard work will lead to a brilliant future.

It’s a track we especially want people who are trying to overcome hardships, or working toward important goals, to hear.

It’s also perfect for elementary school students diligently pursuing their lessons.

Please give it a listen.

It’ll surely be okay.Little Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster – Surely It’ll Be Okay (Live)

Released in 2022, Little Glee Monster’s song “Kitto Daijoubu” (“It’ll Be All Right”) is a warm piece that cheers on every listener dealing with doubt or anxiety.

The song features lyrics that convey a powerful message of overcoming hardship and a positive mindset aimed at pursuing one’s dreams.

Supported by their clear, strong vocals, listeners can take a new step forward at any time with the hope that “it’ll be all right.” The themes of “challenging yourself to reach your dreams” and “the courage to look ahead” embedded in the lyrics are sure to resonate with elementary school students who are working hard every day—whether in their studies or friendships.

Cross the sea of tearsSnow Man

Snow Man “Cross the Sea of Tears” YouTube Ver.

Even elementary school students have plenty of worries.

Because they’re not yet used to dealing with people, some children may carry those worries without relief and end up feeling more stressed.

Many children also have dreams, and there are times when they need the strength to work toward them.

For those kids, I recommend listening to Snow Man’s “Namida no Umi o Koete Ike.” No matter how hard things get, if you keep running—even if you stumble along the way—a bright future is surely waiting.

It’s a song overflowing with positivity.

Just a little moreYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Just a Little More” Official Music Video

Known for hit songs like “Yoru ni Kakeru” and “RGB,” YOASOBI’s “A Little Bit More” is a song that gives you a gentle push to move forward when you’re feeling troubled.

While many of YOASOBI’s tracks feature complex lyrics, this one is very straightforward, making it easy for even elementary school students to relate to.

The chorus repeats the same phrase, so it’s also great for memorizing the lyrics and singing at karaoke.

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At any timeYugeda Kensuke

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Set to a gentle, familiar melody, Kensuke Yugeda’s song expresses gratitude at the milestone age of ten.

It warmly conveys cherished memories with friends and heartfelt thanks to family and teachers.

The tender, embracing tune resonates deeply with listeners and invites empathy.

The piece is included on the album “Dream & Dream: Yume o Tsunagō,” and beginning in 2024 it has also been selected for inclusion in elementary school music textbooks.

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Yugeda, who holds school concerts nationwide, has performed over 2,000 times and continues composing with elementary school children in mind.

It’s a song to sing with all your heart when you want to express thanks to someone important—perfect for “Half-Coming-of-Age” ceremonies and end-of-year school events.

I gotta catch ‘em all!Matsumoto Rika

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Rica Matsumoto’s “Gotta Catch ’Em All” is a very cute song that even lower-grade elementary school kids can sing, and singing it naturally lifts your spirits.

It’s bright and blows away sad feelings, and it makes me feel like I can get through tough times with this song.

It’s such a fun song that I definitely want to learn it and sing along together.