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Recommended for elementary school kids! Uplifting songs. Popular songs among children.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSICsasashina
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

A big collection of energizing songs recommended for elementary school kids!

From popular hits and trending tracks to anime songs and timeless classics, we’ve selected songs that elementary schoolers can listen to and relate to!

When you’re thinking, “I want to try harder with studying or lessons!” or “I had a fight with a friend but don’t have the courage to apologize,” why not try listening to some uplifting music?

Elementary school kids worry about a lot of things and sometimes feel down, too.

When you’re feeling low, it’s easy to think negatively, but listening to bright, positive songs might help lift your spirits and make you feel more optimistic.

We’ve gathered cheerful, encouraging songs that support the worries of elementary school children and give them energy—so be sure to give them a listen!

Recommended for elementary school kids! Uplifting songs. Popular songs among children (81–90)

green peasGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Green Peas

green peasGReeeeN

GReeeeN is a four-member vocal group whose songs like “Aiuta” and “Kiseki” have sold over a million copies.

“Greenpeas” is a track that showcases their signature refreshing vocals and bright melodies.

While it features many high notes that are challenging for male singers, their strong vocal technique keeps the sound from becoming shrill, which is a big plus.

The song’s upbeat feel, highlighted by crisp guitar cutting, also brings a fresh charm.

It’s a tune that elementary school kids can enjoy too, so be sure to give it a listen!

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Decisive Battle SpiritCHiCO with HoneyWorks

Decisive Battle Spirit / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

Decisive Battle SpiritCHiCO with HoneyWorks

If you want to boost your motivation, “Kessen Spirit” is highly recommended! It’s a song by CHiCO with HoneyWorks, a group popular among teens, and it was used as the ending theme for the anime Haikyu!! TO THE TOP.

Since Haikyu is an intense series about high school volleyball, this track is also a fiery anthem that drives you to aim higher and fire yourself up.

If you’re thinking, “I want to spark my motivation!” give it a listen!

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Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

Creepy Nuts “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” × TV Anime “MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES” Collaboration Music Video #BBBB Dance

Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts

The song written as the opening theme for season 2 of the anime Mashle: Magic and Muscles features a catchy, rhythmic sound and an addictive track.

Its lyrics carry a strong message that embodies the protagonist’s determination to take on a world where magic is the norm using nothing but physical strength.

The track’s appeal lies in Creepy Nuts’ hip-hop style blended with elements of Jersey club for a fresh sonic approach.

As a tie-in with the anime airing since January 2024, it has garnered attention, and a cute dance has also trended on social media.

The piece offers a musicality anyone can enjoy, while also serving as a motivational anthem that gives a push to those working hard.

It’s a perfect song for junior high school students dedicated to their clubs and studies.

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sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI

Sakanaction “Sazanka”

sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI

Sazanka is a supportive song dedicated to everyone chasing their dreams.

When you’re working hard but not seeing results, it’s only natural to lose confidence.

This song portrays the warm feelings of the person closest to you, cheering you on.

When you start to doubt yourself, this song will surely help you.

If you feel stuck, give it a listen.

It was the NHK broadcast theme song for the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics and the 2018 PyeongChang Paralympics.

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Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

Yū Takahashi’s directorial debut MV “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day” — Omokuri Director Edit Version (Short Size)

Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu

A heartwarming song by Yu Takahashi that, with a gentle singing voice, portrays the worries and joys everyone experiences.

Its positive message—like laughing off awkward moments and remembering that a rainbow comes after the rain—gently encourages listeners.

Released in June 2015, it was featured in a Daihatsu commercial.

It’s also used as the departure melody at JR Akita Station, Takahashi’s hometown station.

This song is recommended for when you want to lift your spirits, overcome difficulties, or take a step toward tomorrow.

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That’s good too.kocchi no kento

That's good too / MV by Kocchi no Kento

That's good too.kocchi no kento

A heartwarming J-POP track where a marching-style rhythm blends with a positive melody.

Its lyrics gently convey the importance of diversity and the value of nurturing self-esteem.

Incorporating sign language into the choreography, this piece communicates the beauty of embracing differences through music.

It’s a perfect song for those who want to add a boost to their morning routine or listen together with children.

Play it before heading to school, and you’ll step out the door energized and ready to start your day.

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Recommended for elementary school kids! Uplifting songs. Popular tracks among children (91–100)

Only One StoryZEROBASEONE

[Official] Pokémon Anime “Rayquaza Rising” Opening Theme: “Only One Story”

Only One StoryZEROBASEONE

It’s the opening theme song for the TV anime Pokémon.

The performers are ZEROBASEONE, a group formed through an audition program.

The upbeat, powerful message in the lyrics seems to mirror the protagonists as they meet new companions and step into uncharted worlds, doesn’t it? It truly feels like the beginning of an adventure where they weave a story all their own—something that gets your heart racing.

It also ties in with the group’s journey of “starting from zero,” making it all the more stirring.

This track, released in October 2024, marks their first-ever anime tie-in.

It will also be included on their Japanese debut EP, “Prezent,” set for release in January 2025.

It’s a song with a comforting sound that feels like a push forward when you’re starting a new challenge.

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