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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 schoolers! Uplifting songs. Popular songs among children (31–40)

dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE “Dance Hall” Official Music Video

dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

Dance Hall, included on Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s 2022 mini-album Unity, also became a household favorite as the theme song for Fuji TV’s information program Mezamashi 8.

Even when things don’t go well, its positive message gives you a gentle push, telling you that you’re fine just as you are—something that really resonates with students and anyone working hard at lessons.

Sing along to the rhythm and you’ll naturally find yourself smiling.

The dance featured in the music video is catchy and popular too, so it’s fun to sing while copying the choreography with your friends!

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ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu

Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu / “Super Strongest” Music Video

ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu

Following in the footsteps of Momoiro Clover Z and Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku, Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu is an idol group that has gained popularity for a music style that goes all-in on uniquely Japanese cuteness.

This track is included on their album Tokimeki Rulebook, released in December 2024, and it went explosively viral among younger audiences on TikTok.

Centered on the theme of “oshi-katsu” (supporting your favorite idols), the song features uplifting lyrics that boost self-esteem.

It’s a surefire cheer anthem that elementary school girls who want to have fun with friends should definitely add to their karaoke repertoire!

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Yuzu - Hikare

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Yuzu, a duo popular among elementary school students.

Their song “Hikare” is also known as the walk-up song for Hanshin Tigers pitcher Atsushi Mochizuki.

When a goal feels too far away, we run out of steam along the way, don’t we? It’s tough, we lack confidence, and there’s no guarantee we can become that person…

Is there even a point in trying? I think there are times we end up feeling that way.

When you can’t get back up on your own, try listening to this song, “Hikare”! It will encourage you with the message: “Effort is never wasted.”

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Cross the sea of tearsSnow Man

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

Cross the sea of tearsSnow Man

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.

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voiceGurīn Bōizu

Green Boys (Masaki Suda, Ryusei Yokohama, Ryo Narita, Yosuke Sugino) “Koe” Short Ver.

voiceGurīn Bōizu

The film “Kiseki: Sobito of That Day” depicts the birth of GReeeeN’s famous song “Kiseki.” Green Boys is a unit formed by Masaki Suda, Ryusei Yokohama, Ryo Narita, and Yosuke Sugino, who played the members of GReeeeN in the movie.

The song “Koe” was written and composed by GReeeeN.

This track, which conjures up a strong image of moving forward, might be one that many elementary school students listen to when they want a boost.

Companionship, friendship, and a bright future—these themes are delivered with a refreshing sound.

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Recommended for elementary school students! Uplifting songs. Popular songs among children (41–50)

Mission! Health Number OneRED BLOOD CELL

Mission! Health Number One

Mission! Health Number OneRED BLOOD CELL

The anime Cells at Work! gained attention for its original concept of turning the inside of the human body into a story.

Its medical supervision is solid, and some scholars even recommend it for educational purposes.

The song Mission! Health Comes First is the opening theme of Cells at Work!, with a pop vibe.

The vocal range is narrow and there aren’t many long sustained notes, so as long as you can handle the macrophage part’s spoken-style lines, it can be considered a very low-difficulty piece.

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My friend—now and foreverKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi “My Friend ~ From Here On Forever…”

My friend—now and foreverKetsumeishi

Ketsumeishi’s popular song “Tomo yo ~Kono Saki mo Zutto,” themed around friendship, was used as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Fast Asleep! The Great Assault on the Dreaming World,” making it a beloved friendship anthem among elementary school students.

The song conveys the feeling that this friendship won’t fade, no matter how many years pass or how far apart we are.

Many kids probably feel like listening to it after a fight with a friend or during graduation season.

Once you feel you’re not alone, there’s not much to be afraid of, right? The music video also became a hot topic for featuring the comedy trio Dachou Club.

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