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

Try EverythingAmi

Dream Ami / Try Everything (Dream Ami version)

It’s a popular number loved by many as the Japanese theme song for Disney’s film Zootopia.

It carries a positive, empowering message about never giving up and continuing to try, no matter how many times you fail.

Released in April 2016 as Dream Ami’s second solo single, it also drew attention at the time because she voiced the in-film diva, Gazelle.

Its bright, poppy melody and soaring vocals are uplifting just by listening.

Sing it together with friends at karaoke, and it’s sure to liven up the room.

It’s a wonderful cheer song that gently supports elementary schoolers striving toward their dreams in activities like lessons and school life.

Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari

Good Fortune to Tomorrow’s Me / Nanawo Akari

Akari Nanawo, known for her addictively funny voice, is hugely popular, especially among the social media generation.

She’s an artist whose charm lies in pop melodies and highly relatable lyrics.

This track, which was released early in January 2025, is used as the ending theme for the TV anime “I’m a Guild Receptionist, but I Don’t Like Overtime, So I’m Going to Solo the Boss.” The lyrics carry the message “Don’t overdo it—take care of yourself,” offering a gentle push when you’re worn out from your busy days.

Its bright, catchy sound is guaranteed to hype up any karaoke session with friends.

Be sure to add it to your repertoire.

OLAyuzu

Yuzu: "OLA!!"

Don’t you ever feel like nothing’s going your way today? At times like that, you want someone to cheer you up, right? Just listening to “OLA” fills you with energy, and the lyrics are so relatable—it’s perfect for when you’re feeling unsure of yourself.

And for elementary school kids, there are plenty of times when you worry about friendships.

This song gives you courage then, too.

If you’ve had a fight with a friend or you’re struggling with how to get along, let this song give you a push and try being honest with yourself.

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Nijiiro – Ayaka (Full)

Ayaka’s “Nijiiro” was specially written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Hanako to Anne.

It was released digitally in advance in April 2014 and then as her 13th single in June, reaching No.

8 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

It’s a beloved song with a warm, bright feel that conveys the wonderful journey your life is about to begin.

In 2021, it was also performed on the educational TV program Okaasan to Issho, making it familiar to many children as well!

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I am the strongest.Ado

[Ado] I’m the Strongest (Uta from ONE PIECE FILM RED)

A masterpiece released by Ado in June 2022, bursting with energy and giving elementary school girls a boost.

This song became a huge hit as an insert song in the film ONE PIECE FILM RED and was written by Motoki Omori of Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Her powerful, expressive vocals over a fast-paced rock sound are absolutely overwhelming.

The lyrics are also compelling, teaching us the importance of believing in our own strength and pushing forward even when we feel uncertain or lost.

Belt it out with friends at karaoke and charge up with positive energy!

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[MV] CANDY TUNE “Bai Bai FIGHT!”

CANDY TUNE is an idol group born from a project that spreads KAWAII from Harajuku to the world.

This release came out in April 2024, and its appeal lies in a bright sound that lifts your spirits just by listening.

It became a huge hit on social media, even reaching No.

1 on TikTok’s charts, so many elementary schoolers have probably seen the dance videos.

The lyrics, delivered almost like tongue twisters, convey themes of learning to love yourself and putting in effort with many times the power; it’s a song that can give you courage when you’re feeling down.

It’s perfect for getting everyone hyped up in unison, so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Blue and Summer

Released in August 2018, this song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE was written as the theme for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-Nichi” (Blue Summer: The 30 Days I Fell in Love with You).

Vocalist Motoki Omori’s soaring voice and lyrics that encourage you to feel like “we’re the main characters” make it a perfect fit for elementary school girls working hard at love or extracurriculars.

It’s also become a staple cheer song for high school baseball and is so powerful it’s even performed in the Koshien Alps stands.

Sing it with friends and you’re sure to feel energized.

It’s an incredibly emotional track that colors a sparkling page of youth.