[Fun] A Collection of Children’s Songs Featuring “Ghosts”
It’s scary, but you can’t help watching and getting curious… In this article, we’ve put together children’s songs with a “ghost” theme! For example, if you want to choose something with a seasonal feel for song time at a daycare or kindergarten, this should be a helpful reference.
In other words, it’s perfect for summer and Halloween! We’ve mainly selected nursery rhymes, so even little kids should be able to sing them without getting too scared—probably.
Be sure to check out these cute ghost songs all the way to the end!
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[Fun] A roundup of children's songs featuring “ghosts” (1–10)
Ghost Pancakes
Ghost Pancakes is a story about a child and a ghost making and eating pancakes together in a dream.
Tokyo Heidi, known for creating works for children, produced it along with animation.
Its distinctive feature is the story-like lyrics that unfold like a picture book.
It depicts a sleepless child meeting a ghost and happily making sweets together.
With its evolving rhythm and melody, it seems perfect for practicing together at daycare or kindergarten.
In the final scene, the child is shown waking up from the dream, but whether the time spent with the ghost was reality or a dream is left unresolved.
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Dancing Rockin' Monster
Since a well-produced choreography video has been uploaded to video sites, many of you may have already danced to this song, right? It’s an upbeat track that’ll lift your spirits just by listening, reminiscent of Johnny’s “100% Courage.” The call-and-response-style chants in the middle could also be handy for hyping things up.
It’s up-tempo, but kids around kindergarten age should be able to dance to it.
If you’re unsure what to use for a sports day dance or as BGM for a Halloween event, this track is highly recommended!
Ghosts’ ChristmasTakashi Deguchi
It’s a humorous song that combines Halloween and Christmas.
Since it’s a song where kids can enjoy their favorite events together, it’s sure to get everyone excited.
Try singing it while adding fingerplay and dance! The tune is poppy and rhythmic, so it’s best sung brightly and energetically.
Acting out the various motifs in the lyrics—like ghosts and clocks—while you sing will lift the mood even more! Be sure to take this opportunity to sing it with the children.
[Fun] A collection of children’s songs featuring “ghosts” (11–20)
Ghost Ninja Doron Doron Doron
This is a song featuring “Obake Ninja,” a character that combines ghosts and ninjas—two things kids love—as the protagonist.
There’s a choreography video on video sites, so it might be perfect for those who want to choose a performance piece quickly.
It feels like a song made with little ones in mind, packed with elements of eurhythmics and hand-play, such as shuriken, knee shuriken, head shuriken, and more, making it easy to incorporate into everyday early childhood classes.
The melody is gentle, with nothing scary about the ghost.
It’s a song everyone can enjoy with big smiles—I hope it spreads even more!
Ghost Party
If you’re looking for a ghost-themed song that kids can sing at Halloween parties and events, we recommend “Ghost Party.” The vocals are performed by Shimajiro, a tiger-themed boy character, and Mana Ogawa.
With its lively rhythm and cheerful melody, share the song and dance with friends at daycare or kindergarten.
The dance choreography is easy to learn, so practice along with the lyrics.
Dress up as classic Halloween characters like pumpkins and witches to make the party even more exciting!
Halloween is not scary.Little Angel
I want to sing with children who feel scared by costumes and Halloween events! Sometimes things you see in shadows or dark places can look like ghosts, right? It might be especially helpful to watch an animation together with children who are afraid of ghosts.
A story where something that looked like a ghost in the shadows or a dark room turns out to be a doll or a toy by mistake can be reassuring.
Singing cheerfully and energetically together with parents or teachers could help everyone welcome Halloween with a happy feeling.
Bakechama the Ghost
If you’re looking for a ghost-themed song that kids can sing and dance to at kindergartens or preschools, “Obake no Bakechama” is a great choice.
Created by Keropons, who gained attention with “Ebikanics,” it features a lively dance centered around ghosts.
While ghosts can seem scary, this song portrays them in a cute and friendly way.
Share the song and dance when surprising family and friends or playing together! It’s a catchy ghost song that’s perfect for Halloween and any ghost-themed event.