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[Elementary School Students] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation]
We’re excited to present the latest Top 100 ranking of Western (non-Japanese) songs popular among elementary school students, listed in order of most views!
The selection focuses on TV show theme songs, commercial tie-ins, and major hit numbers that even elementary schoolers are sure to recognize.
The playlist is updated weekly.
[Elementary School Students] Popular Western Music Rankings [By Generation] (1–10)
Let It GoIdina Menzel1rank/position
This is a song from the film Frozen, which was a huge hit worldwide.
It’s sung by Idina Menzel, a Broadway star and Tony Award–winning actress, famous for playing Elsa in the American version.
The song is truly an anthem of self-liberation, boldly declaring the resolve to break free from what’s been holding you back and live as your true self.
Her powerful vocals alone are enough to stir your heart and make you itch to sing along! This classic, which won Best Original Song at the 86th Academy Awards, is perfect for karaoke.
If you let your emotions explode and sing it with all your heart—as if blowing away all your worries—you’ll feel absolutely amazing.
SugarMaroon 52rank/position
The music video that became a hot topic for crashing weddings as a surprise is Maroon 5’s “Sugar.” Released as a single in 2014, it reached No.
1 on the U.
S.
charts and ranked No.
4 on Japan’s Western music chart.
The music video on YouTube has racked up an astounding 3 billion views and counting.
Its catchy melody and happy sound really lift your spirits when you listen.
The lyrics are romantic and sweet—perfect for a wedding song—so be sure to check out the Japanese translation!
Karma ChameleonCulture Club3rank/position
Young people in any era tend to sing the songs of their own generation, but perhaps thanks to the recent revival boom, even elementary school kids are now being exposed to music from the 1970s to the 1990s.
One song I recommend is Culture Club’s classic “Karma Chameleon.” This track has a soft, country-tinged pop feel and features a very singable vocal line.
Even if you can’t do vibrato, it still sounds good, so as long as you grasp the pitch and rhythm, even elementary schoolers should be able to sing it with ease.
Good TimeOwl City & Carly Rae Jepsen4rank/position
This is an exceptionally happy track created by Owl City, a leading figure in electropop, and the globally popular singer Carly Rae Jepsen.
The lyrics paint a picture of an incredibly fun time where you can laugh things off with a cheerful “It’s all good!” no matter what happens.
It’s brimming with a positive energy that says, “Let’s just enjoy the moment.” Released in June 2012, the song appears on both artists’ albums, The Midsummer Station and Kiss, and topped the charts in Canada and New Zealand.
Its brisk melody and the harmonious blend of male and female vocals are a delight, and it’s a sure-fire crowd-pleaser that will light up the room if you duet it at karaoke.
Shake It OffTaylor Swift5rank/position
Taylor Swift, who is especially popular among young people around the world, released the single “Shake It Off” in 2014.
It reached No.
1 on the charts in the United States, Canada, and Australia, and ranked No.
4 on Japan’s Billboard composite chart.
Many people may have heard it, as it was used for the performance by the main pig characters, Gunter and Rosita, in the 2016 animated musical film Sing.
The lyrics, which portray a forward-looking girl who doesn’t dwell on the past, are also adorable—be sure to check out the Japanese translation!
Baby ft. LudacrisJustin Bieber6rank/position
Compared to Japanese music, Western music inevitably tends to be more challenging.
So this time, I focused on the vocal qualities of elementary school children and selected a song accordingly.
That song is “Baby ft.
Ludacris.” It’s the work that propelled the global idol singer Justin Bieber to worldwide fame.
Since it’s from before Justin Bieber’s voice changed, it’s a perfect match for elementary schoolers.
It’s an R&B-style track, but among R&B songs, the techniques like melisma (vocal runs) are on the easier side, so be sure to check it out.
The Lazy SongBruno Mars7rank/position
“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.