Children’s Songs & Karaoke Rankings [2025]

MiracleGReeeeN29rank/position

GReeeeN – Kiseki

The song that turns the time children spend with family and friends into precious memories is “Kiseki.” It was released in 2008 by GReeeeN, a vocal group known for delivering songs themed around love and life.

Its orthodox, easy-to-sing melody is memorable.

The warm message, filled with sincere feelings for someone important, will resonate with your heart.

It’s a heartfelt track that lets you feel the joy of being together with your child.

Let’s all sing the passionate chorus together and get excited!

Sorry for being cuteHoneyWorks feat. Chuutan (Saori Hayami)30rank/position

Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) / HoneyWorks

HoneyWorks is a creator unit that enjoys overwhelming popularity among teenage girls.

Their collaboration song with Chu-tan, a character from their project Confession Executive Committee ~Love Series~, is “Sorry for Being Cute.” Released as a digital single in 2022, the official video posted on YouTube surpassed 20 million views in two months.

The song portrays a highly feminine girl who loves fashion and makeup, and its down-to-earth, high school girl–perspective lyrics are a perfect fit for teenage girls.

mixed nutsOfficial HIGE DANDism31rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – Mixed Nuts [Official Video]

Featured in Shonen Jump+ and wildly popular, the manga SPY×FAMILY was adapted into a TV anime whose opening theme is “Mixed Nuts” by Official HIGE DANDism.

Released as a single in 2022, it topped various charts including Oricon and Billboard.

With its stylish, signature HIGEDAN sound that incorporates jazz swing rhythms and a walking bass, it’s also popular among younger generations—so your child likely knows it too.

Give it a try!

My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS32rank/position

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

“Zenzenzense” by the four-piece rock band RADWIMPS is one of the four theme songs for the animated film “Your Name.” directed and written by Makoto Shinkai.

Alongside tracks like “Sparkle” and “Nandemonaiya,” RADWIMPS poured their energy into creating the film’s score.

Its driving, cool sound has become a timeless song you’ll want to listen to again and again.

With catchy lines that depict a fateful encounter and a chorus that’s sure to lift the mood, it’s an up-tempo tune perfect for singing together and feeling refreshed.

Try singing it with your kids.

Orange KissSnow Man33rank/position

Snow Man "Orange Kiss" Dance Practice

When it comes to must-have idol songs for family-bonding karaoke with schoolmates and extracurricular friends, “Orange Kiss” tops the list.

Performed by Snow Man—an idol group that shines in singing, dancing, and across many scenes—the song was released in 2022.

It’s crafted with an emotional sound overflowing with feelings for a loved one.

Try singing with an awareness of their sweet yet cool vocal style.

You can pick your favorite member and sing by parts, or let the kids show off free-form choral work—either way, it’s a great number.

Be sure to check out this hit from idols beloved by a wide range of generations.

Trace that dreamYOASOBI34rank/position

YOASOBI “Tracing That Dream” Official Music Video

A stylish number produced based on Sota Ishiki’s novel “Drops of Dreams and Flowers of Stars.” It’s a track by the music unit YOASOBI, also known for hits like “Racing into the Night” and “Monster,” released in 2020 as their second single.

The melody line is very rhythmic, so kids who hear it might want to sing along.

The open, liberating chorus feels especially good to sing.

Imagine the lyrics and the story of the original novel, and sing it with feeling.

idolYOASOBI35rank/position

YOASOBI "Idol" Official Music Video

YOASOBI is a duo that’s hugely popular not only among adults but also children.

Their song “Idol” was used as the opening theme for the anime Oshi no Ko.

It was created based on the spin-off novel “44510,” written by Aka Akasaka, the original author of Oshi no Ko.

You might think it’s a bit challenging for kids to sing at karaoke, but how about trying it together as a parent and child? The lyrics feel like tongue twisters, which makes it fun, and it could be a great karaoke song you can enjoy like a wordplay game.