[J-Pop, Vocaloid, Anime Songs] Popular and Classic Songs Loved by Elementary School Students
We’re introducing J-pop, Vocaloid tracks, and anime songs that are popular with elementary school kids!
Elementary schoolers are very sensitive to trends.
These days, with video sites making it easy to discover music, their favorite songs—and the ones trending among kids—change all the time!
Even if you want to find out which songs are popular with elementary schoolers, it’s easy to worry they might already be outdated.
So in this article, we’ve gathered both new hits that kids love and long-standing classics.
The selections come from artists who are especially popular with elementary schoolers, so feel free to use this as a guide.
They’re great for karaoke, too!
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[J-Pop, Vocaloid, Anime Songs] Popular Songs and Classics That Elementary School Kids Love (11–20)
Racing into the NightYOASOBI
There might not be an elementary school student who doesn’t know this song.
It’s “Yoru ni Kakeru,” a signature track by YOASOBI, the band that creates music based on novels and had a major breakthrough in 2020.
This popular song has countless “I tried singing” covers from ordinary people to celebrities, and the official music video has surpassed 100 million views.
Its exhilarating, feel-good melody makes you want to sing it and listen to it over and over.
It’s a guaranteed hit among elementary school kids, too!
loveHoshino Gen
This is the song used as the theme for the 2016 drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu), which became hugely popular starring Gen Hoshino and Yui Aragaki.
The “Koi Dance” performed by the cast became a movement that could be called a social phenomenon.
It’s a sure-fire track to get everyone singing and dancing together.
YesterdayOfisharu Higedan Dism
This is a piano pop song by Official HIGE DANDism, a band from Matsue City in Shimane Prefecture.
It was released in 2019.
Its selection as the theme song for the film HELLO WORLD drew a lot of attention.
The clear, radiant vocals are soothing to listen to, and the pleasant melody is wonderful as well.
It’s a love song of resolve, declaring a vow to protect a precious person for a lifetime.
Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi
This is a song by Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter from Tokushima Prefecture who is supported not only by elementary school students but by a wide range of generations.
It was released in 2019 as his 10th single.
It drew attention for being used as the theme song for the drama “No Side Game.” With a slow tempo, it sings about the importance of love.
His gentle, straightforward voice really touches the heart.
I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism
I bet even some elementary school kids had their hearts fluttering over the drama and this song.
It’s a number by Official Hige Dandism that was used as the theme song for the hugely popular drama Koi wa Tsuzuku yo Doko Made mo starring Mone Kamishiraishi.
Many kids experience their first crush around elementary school age.
Even if they can’t fully grasp all the lyrics, they can still feel that same heart-pounding excitement through this song, just like adults do! Whether it’s staying up a little late or watching the show they recorded, this song inspires a longing for that sweet kind of romance from the drama, making it a truly touching love song for children as well.
Unlimited things you likeFischer’s
“A collaboration song by Fischer’s, one of Japan’s leading YouTubers beloved even by elementary school students, and musician Hyadain: ‘Sukina Koto Museigen’ (Unlimited Things You Love).
Just like Fischer’s videos that make you feel like you’re hanging out with friends, this track is packed with playfulness and a pure sense of fun.
Simply listening to it puts you in a good mood! It’s a cheer song that strengthens your sense of self when you’re chasing your dreams or standing at a crossroads in life.
Sing it with friends at karaoke and it’s guaranteed to hype up the room!”
[J-Pop, Vocaloid, Anime Songs] Popular Songs and Classics Loved by Elementary Schoolers (21–30)
Chuunibyou Has Exploded Boyreruriri feat. Kagamine Ren
The ever-changing, never-boring song development is irresistible.
This track is by the Vocaloid producer rerulili, also known for “Nou Shou Sakuretsu Girl.” It was released in 2015.
Its popularity led to a novel adaptation and even an anime, making it a hot topic.
The sound is extremely aggressive, so listening to it really gets you fired up.
It’s also a very popular Vocaloid song for karaoke.