Pop Music Artists Popular with Elementary School Students: Ranking [2025]

The Lazy SongBruno Mars29rank/position

Bruno Mars – The Lazy Song (Official Music Video)

“I don’t want to do anything today!” There’s a perfect song for that lazy mood by American artist Bruno Mars.

It humorously portrays a slothful day of ignoring calls and just lazing around in bed—something many listeners can relate to.

Set to a laid-back, reggae-inspired groove, the bold celebration of “doing nothing” alone can make you feel lighter just by listening.

Released in February 2011 from his debut album Doo-Wops & Hooligans, the track topped the charts in the UK.

If you’re worn out from schoolwork or club activities, it might be nice to put this song on and plan a day to just relax and do absolutely nothing.

Get LuckyDaft Pank ft. Pharrell Williams30rank/position

Daft Punk – Get Lucky (Full Video)

A collaboration between the French electro house duo Daft Punk and Pharrell Williams.

Its nostalgic, disco-style sound lifts your spirits, and the message—live without wasting time to seize good fortune—gives you strength.

Bad DayDaniel Powter31rank/position

Daniel Powter – Bad Day (Official Music Video) [HD]

Daniel Powter’s song “Bad Day.” The title might sound a bit negative at first, but if you translate the English lyrics into Japanese, your impression will completely change.

It was a huge hit in 2005 and is a warm track that can lift you up when you’re feeling down.

Even years after its release, it remains a timeless classic, and the melody is wonderful.

Listening to it and making it the first English song you can sing as part of your repertoire would be pretty cool!

I’m Good (Blue)David Guetta & Bebe Rexha32rank/position

David Guetta & Bebe Rexha – I’m Good (Blue) [Official Music Video]

For energetic elementary school students, EDM can be considered one of the more approachable genres.

Among EDM tracks, a standout recommendation is “I’m Good (Blue).” It was one of the most-played club tracks in 2023, featuring a driving production by David Guetta and sleek vocals by Bebe Rexha that mesh perfectly.

While the catchy melody tends to steal the spotlight, the repeated phrases and narrow vocal range make it easy to sing—even for elementary schoolers whose voices may be unstable due to changes like the onset of voice deepening.

I’m Shipping Up To BostonDropkick Murphys33rank/position

I’m Shipping Up To Boston – Dropkick Murphys

This one’s also a movie soundtrack.

Translating the title gives a wonderful sense of a journey heading to Boston.

If you listen when you need to get fired up, it’ll pump you up for sure and make you feel like you can do anything.

Let’s get fired up!

Break My HeartDua Lipa34rank/position

Dua Lipa – Break My Heart (Official Video)

Among elementary school girls interested in Western pop music, some may admire Dua Lipa’s musicality and fashion style.

Of Dua Lipa’s songs, the one I especially recommend is Break My Heart.

This track is built on the disco-funk and dance-pop sound she excelled at through 2023.

Because it emphasizes groove, the vocal difficulty is low; as long as you lock in the rhythm and English pronunciation, even elementary school students with limited singing experience can perform it well.

SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire35rank/position

Earth, Wind & Fire – September (Official HD Video)

Earth, Wind & Fire, a funk band representing the 1970s.

The genre of funk is deep, yet I think it’s dance music that both adults and children can enjoy casually.

A prime example of funk’s appeal is the legendary, beat-packed anthem “September.” That high-tone voice is irresistibly cool and stylish, too.

Funky moms and dads, be sure to play this song and open the door to turning your kids into funky little groovers! And definitely have the kids dance with sunglasses and an Afro wig.