Children’s Songs & Karaoke Rankings [2025]

Helloyama × Bocchi Boromaru36rank/position

yama × Bocchi Boromaru “Hello” MV (TV anime “Pokémon” opening theme)

Known as the opening theme of the TV anime “Pokémon,” this song was born from a collaboration between yama and Bocchi Boromaru.

Released in October 2023, its lyrics—centered on hope and courage for the future—leave a strong impression.

The image of the protagonist pushing forward and “piercing through the clouds” is sure to resonate with listeners.

With a bright melody that perfectly matches the anime’s world and uplifting lyrics, it’s a charming track.

It’s perfect to sing together with elementary school children.

Since it’s a duet, it’s also great for singing joyfully with friends and family.

Highly recommended when you want to liven things up at karaoke!

Family partyKyary Pamyu Pamyu37rank/position

Kyary Pamyu Pamyu – Family Party (Kyary Pamyu Pamyu – Family Party) Official Music Video

A song released in 2014 as Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s ninth single.

Written by Yasutaka Nakata as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Serious Battle! Robot Dad Strikes Back.” The theme is “family.” It’s a karaoke song that the whole family can enjoy—from little kids to moms and dads.

First LoveNaniwa Danshi38rank/position

Naniwa Danshi – First Love (Ubu Love) [Music Video Dance ver.]

If you’re looking for a song that kids and adults can enjoy together at karaoke, we recommend “Ubu Love.” It was released in 2021 by the idol group Naniwa Danshi, known for their dazzling looks and performances.

This sweet and bittersweet love song is themed around first love.

With its danceable sound, kids will have a blast singing and dancing along.

It’s also fun to arrange parts so that adults sing the verses and pre-chorus while kids take the chorus.

Liven up your karaoke session with this catchy track that everyone can enjoy!

I'm a popular kid.Shinnosuke Nohara39rank/position

I'm a popular kid.

Karaoke songs that kids sing—the theme songs from the anime they watch every day—anime songs are indispensable, right? This track, “Ora wa Ninkimono,” was released in 1993 and became popular as the third opening theme of the beloved national anime Crayon Shin-chan.

It’s a highly recognized song that many people know—one that even parents find nostalgic and can sing along to.

It’s a quintessential tune that everyone, from little kids to their guardians, can sing together and get excited with.

Be sure to try singing it while doing a Shin-chan voice impression!

Odoru Pompoko RinMomoiro Clover Z40rank/position

Momoclo [MV] 'Odoru Pompokolin' ANIMATION MUSIC VIDEO / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER Z)

This is the opening theme of the national hit anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

That famous phrase is easy enough for kids to sing, so it’s sure to liven up family karaoke! It’s also great because you can cheer on and help the kids while they’re singing.

With its high recognition, it’s a song you can sing at all kinds of gatherings.

Muscatyuzu41rank/position

Yuzu “Muscat” Music Video

A track by Yuzu selected as the opening theme for the hugely popular children’s anime Crayon Shin-chan.

This marks the second collaboration between Yuzu and Crayon Shin-chan, following the film Crayon Shin-chan: My Moving Story! Cactus Large Attack! In the opening sequence, the Nohara family and Yuzu’s mascot characters, the Yuzu-men, dance along to the song.

Many kids who see it might feel like they can dance along too! Just like in the opening, don’t let it be just for the kids—get the whole family, including mom and dad, pumped up at karaoke!

That gentle girlSpitz42rank/position

Spitz / That Gentle Girl

This is a song by Spitz that was used as the theme for NHK’s morning drama series “Natsuzora.” From the lyrics to the melody, the song exudes a gentle, enveloping warmth, and many listeners may find it soothing.

Spitz debuted in 1991 and still remains at the forefront of the music scene, attracting fans across a wide age range.

As the theme of a morning drama, its recognition is excellent.

It’s recommended both as a karaoke song for children and as a track for parents and kids to enjoy together!