Karaoke Popularity Rankings by Generation [2025] [Elementary School Students]

Let's give it a try.WANIMA29rank/position

"Let's Try" Full ver. WANIMA [Official]

A powerful cheer song by WANIMA that can lift your spirits just by listening! Its message—“It’s okay to fail, so give it your all!”—is something we want to actively share with children as they take on new challenges.

Released in March 2017, this track is also widely known as the theme song for au’s popular “Santaro” commercial series.

With its upbeat, catchy tempo, it pairs perfectly with dances that use big arm and leg movements.

Step to the rhythm, throw your hands up to the chants—sing, dance, and have a blast with high energy!

horizonback number30rank/position

back number – Horizon

For elementary school students who want to sing a relaxed, slow-tempo song, we recommend “Suiheisen.” It was released in 2021 by back number, a rock band loved by people of all ages.

Its warm band sound, delivered with a simple instrumental arrangement, leaves a strong impression.

The melody stays within a steady range, making it a great choice even for kids who find high notes challenging.

Try taking slow breaths during the pauses as you sing.

Why not give this heartwarming, moving ballad a try at karaoke—perfect for both adults and children?

Spring DayAimyon31rank/position

Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

If you’re an elementary school student who wants to sing karaoke but isn’t sure what to choose, Aimyon’s “Harunohi” is a perfect pick.

Released in 2019, this song is the theme for “Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane ~The Lost Hiroshi~” and features a heartwarming melody.

With a simple 8-beat rhythm that’s easy to catch and a major-scale melody line that feels pleasantly nostalgic, it’s wonderfully easy to sing! It’s a song everyone can enjoy together, even for your first time at karaoke.

Sing it with all your wishes in mind!

SmileNana Mori32rank/position

Nana Mori - Smile (Music Video)

Smile, covered and released by Nana Mori—who is also active as an actress—in 2020, became a hot topic when it was featured as the theme song for Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Oronamin C commercial.

With its simple structure and easy melody, it’s perfect for elementary school beginners at karaoke! Practicing its easy-to-remember phrases will help build confidence in singing.

Have the adults and friends around join in with claps and chorus to liven things up.

It’s a heartwarming song that spreads children’s adorable smiles.

Be sure to check out this pop tune that will brighten up the karaoke room.

CharacterGreen Yellow Society33rank/position

Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Character' Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Character

For a powerful karaoke song, we recommend Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s “Character”! Its uplifting lyrics, which encourage you to cherish your individuality, are truly moving.

Packed with a positive message that reminds you each person is special, it’s a song you’ll want to sing confidently with your close friends.

With Haruko Nagaya’s inspiring vocals and an easy-to-follow tempo, it’s sure to get everyone pumped up.

It will help create a truly fun time.

365 Days' Paper AirplaneAKB4834rank/position

[MV full] 365 Nichi no Kamihikōki / AKB48 [Official]

If an upper-elementary school child is trying karaoke for the first time, AKB48’s “365-Day Paper Airplane” is a great pick.

Its gentle, old-school folk-style melody is pleasant and easy for anyone to hum along to.

Chosen as the theme song for the 2015 NHK morning drama series “Asa ga Kita,” it became beloved by many.

How about singing it at karaoke together with everyone, putting in the kind of strength that feels like taking a first step toward your dreams? The big chorus in the hook will create a special moment where kids can feel their bond with friends.

Remember MeMiguel (Hiyori Ishibashi)35rank/position

Remember Me (Japanese Version)

A song depicting the bonds of family that was chosen as the theme for a film released in 2017.

Hiroshi Ishibashi, who provided the Japanese dub for the protagonist, also drew attention for his vocal prowess.

The piece is popular as a choral song as well, so many children may have sung it at school.

Conveying that our hearts are one even when we’re apart, this work features a melody that’s easy for elementary school students to sing.

If you sing it at karaoke, you’re sure to enjoy a heartwarming time.

Sing it with feelings for the people you care about.