Nursery Rhyme Popular Song Rankings [2025]

Until I hold you in my arms.MIMI29rank/position

“Until I Hold You.” feat. KAFU

This is a song with a gentle tone that soothes a tired heart.

Created by MIMI, it was released in February 2022.

The warm sound of the piano and KAFU’s soft vocals resonate deeply.

The lyrics are notable for their empathy toward those carrying loneliness and solitude, offering quiet companionship on nights spent alone.

It’s a recommended track for moments when you feel unsettled or wish someone were by your side.

peace signKenshi Yonezu30rank/position

Kenshi Yonezu – Peace Sign

The single released by Kenshi Yonezu in 2017 is the opening theme for the first cour of season 2 of the anime My Hero Academia.

The song captures the protagonist’s determination to grow stronger in order to protect those he cares about, even while facing his own weakness.

Its exhilarating guitar-rock sound and powerful message of charging toward the future are truly stirring.

It’s the perfect track for times when you want to keep moving forward despite setbacks, or when you feel like doing your best for someone else.

There’s also an anecdote that Yonezu created it with the Digimon Adventure theme song in mind—perhaps another reason it’s loved across generations.

The music video surpassed 300 million views on YouTube in October 2024 and continues to inspire courage in many people.

It's fine for now.MIMI31rank/position

I pulled a lyrics prank on my best friend using “It’s fine for now” — the result #shorts #Itorai #LyricsPrank

Set to a wistful piano melody, this song stands out for its lyrics that gently stay close to people carrying loneliness and pain.

Lines like “You don’t have to put on a brave face anymore” and “You’re perfect just the way you are” feel like a soft whisper, and many listeners may find themselves breathing a sigh of relief.

Released in December 2022, the track fully showcases MIMI’s singular sensibility and musicality.

Just be careful—someone reading the lyrics might mistakenly think you’re deeply unwell… So be sure to reveal the twist at the end and put their mind at ease.

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN32rank/position

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” MV

I think there are many men in their 30s who like anime songs.

For such anime song fans in their 30s, UNISON SQUARE GARDEN is probably one of the most popular bands.

Among their tracks, the one I especially recommend is “Sugar Song and Bitter Step.” Its appeal lies in the seamless succession of high-pitched phrases that feel light yet deliver an exceptional sense of liberation.

If you watched Blood Blockade Battlefront as it aired, be sure to try singing it.

366 daysHY33rank/position

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

HY’s classic song “366 Days.” This track is beloved across a wide range of ages, from younger listeners up to people in their 40s.

It’s a karaoke staple, so many of you have probably sung it at least once.

Its vocal range spans from mid1 E to hi G#, which is very wide, making it a bit challenging to sing without adjusting the key.

However, apart from the extremely high falsetto ad-libs in the final chorus, if you can handle the light falsetto in the B section, you can try arranging the ad-lib part in your own way.

Doing so will significantly narrow the required range, which is recommended.

The Religion of Solitudesyudou34rank/position

[Hatsune Miku] Religion of Loneliness [syudou]

There are times when you just want to listen to an unapologetically negative song, right? This piece is by the Vocaloid producer syudou, also known for writing and composing the massive hit “Usseewa,” and it was released in 2020.

It’s the Vocaloid version of a track provided to the singer Yukimura.

Eerie yet comical, its sonic texture pierces the heart.

That originality is syudou’s hallmark.

True to the title, the lyrics focus on “loneliness,” and paired with Miku’s high, piercing vocals, it’s a Vocaloid song that keeps looping in your head forever.

Exploding Brain Girlreruriri35rank/position

Brain Fluid Explosion Girl – rerulili feat. Hatsune Miku & GUMI

A masterpiece of Vocaloid rock packed with dizzying twists and turns.

Created by rerulili, this track features a duet by Hatsune Miku and GUMI, with an incredibly addictive melody that captivates listeners.

Its high-speed tempo, along with lyrics that portray social satire and the struggles of youth, are major draws.

Many people probably found themselves listening to this song on repeat back in the day.

It’s a perfect track to belt out at karaoke and have a blast!