Nursery Rhyme Popular Song Rankings [2025]

spring melancholyMrs. GREEN APPLE85rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Spring Melancholy

This song, which Motoki Omori is said to have written the day after his own graduation ceremony, faithfully captures the complex emotions felt during the season of farewells.

It was released to the world in February 2018 as the B-side to the single “Love me, Love you.” It was also featured in a Suntory Craft Boss commercial, resonating with many listeners.

The inability to be honest with friends and companions, the moment you realize that the routines of everyday life were irreplaceable—these genuine feelings of graduates are conveyed over a gentle melody.

Chosen as an entrance piece for graduation ceremonies or as background music for reels that look back on memories, it will surely add color to a special day.

Alien AlienNayutan Alien86rank/position

Nayutan Seijin – Alien Alien (ft. Hatsune Miku) OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

A track released on Niconico in April 2016 that went on to hit a million views.

Set to a four-on-the-floor beat, its lyrics vividly depict the rush of a love that feels like your heart is being stolen by an alien.

Despite the cosmic motif, it’s filled with universal feelings of love—frustration at not being understood and single-hearted devotion—so it’s sure to resonate with many listeners.

It was included on the January 2017 album “Object Y from Nayutan Planet,” and has since seen wide-ranging exposure, from inclusion in rhythm games to covers by voice actors.

With the high-tone vocals characteristic of Vocaloid and a danceable sound that lifts your mood, it’s perfect for a drive with friends or when you want to reset your mindset.

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI87rank/position

SEKAI NO OWARI「RPG」

This is a work by SEKAI NO OWARI, a band that captivates listeners with one-of-a-kind songs and staging.

Released in May 2013, the track was selected as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-class Gourmet Survival!!” and debuted at No.

2 on the Oricon chart.

Its march-like sound, highlighted by a large bass drum and hand cymbals, and its world-building that hints at a grand adventure, make your heart race just by listening.

The lyrics, in which a once-lonely protagonist meets companions and begins walking toward the future, kindle a warm courage in the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect number for starting a new challenge or getting hyped with friends.

Yi-Er Fan ClubMikito-P88rank/position

Mikito-P “Yi-er Fan Club” MV

A catchy piece woven from Chinese-style sounds and a lively beat.

As one of Mikito-P’s signature songs, released in August 2012, it charms with a fun style that fuses electropop and rock.

The lyric’s story about learning Chinese to convey one’s feelings to a crush is heart-fluttering, too.

It’s definitely a song you’ll want to sing with multiple people.

Ride the four-on-the-floor rhythm and get hyped together with everyone!

High HopesPanic! At The Disco89rank/position

Panic! At The Disco – High Hopes (Official Video)

An irresistibly cheerful anthem that gives you a nudge and says, “I can do it!” This song is by the American rock band Panic! At The Disco.

The powerful horn section and Brendon Urie’s soaring vocals alone are enough to fill you with energy.

The track centers on his childhood dreams and sings about the importance of continuing to set ambitious goals, even when things don’t go well.

Featured on the album Pray for the Wicked, it became a massive hit, spending 65 weeks at No.

1 on Billboard’s Hot Rock Songs chart.

It was also used in a Honda commercial, so many people may find it familiar.

Listen to it when you’re working toward your dreams and goals, and you’ll feel inspired to believe that “nothing is impossible!”

orionKenshi Yonezu90rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Orion, Kenshi Yonezu

It is a song that earnestly longs for a connection with someone far away, like constellations shining in the winter night sky.

Created by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, it was released in February 2017 as his sixth single.

It was used as the ending theme for the TV anime March Comes in Like a Lion.

Its absorbing sound and a melody that hides fierce emotion within quietness create a profoundly rich world.

Take your time and immerse yourself in this musical realm.

Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK91rank/position

ONE OK ROCK "The Totally Sensational Dreamer"

ONE OK ROCK’s fourth single stirs the heart with its passionate rock sound and message of hope.

Released in February 2010, this work channels a powerful will to carve out the future not through logic, but through instinct.

Chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “Arabiki-dan,” it reached No.

9 on the Oricon charts, marking the band’s first Top 10 entry.

With powerful instrumentation and an uplifting message that’s sure to captivate audiences, it’s a highly recommended song to perform at school festivals or live events.