Famous American lullabies: soothing English melodies with lyrics for parents and children
Want to sing a lullaby to help your child fall asleep? In times like these, it’s good to know some traditional American lullabies.
With simple melodies and gentle lyrics, English lullabies loved around the world have a mysterious charm that soothes the heart.
This time, we’ll introduce some of the most beloved American lullabies you can enjoy with your child.
We’ll also explain the meaning in Japanese and key pronunciation points, so be sure to try them during your daily bedtime routine!
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Famous American lullabies: soothing English melodies with lyrics for parents and children (1–10)
Lavender’s BlueArlo’s Planet
A lullaby that brings a peaceful moment, as if wrapped in the gentle scent of a lavender field.
It is performed by Arlo’s Planet, a music project based in the United States, which arranges traditional songs from around the world into soothing sounds that parents and children can enjoy together.
This piece centers on a charming promise themed around dreams of becoming a king and queen someday.
Its pure story seems to whisper the deep love from parent to child.
The original song was born in 17th-century England and became widely known after being featured in a Disney film released in 1948.
Arlo’s Planet’s version was released in March 2023 on the album “Arlo’s Planet.” Play it during your child’s bedtime, and it will surely guide them into a wonderful world of dreams.
When You Wish Upon A StarCynthia Erivo
A beloved classic that has remained the theme song of Disney’s 1940 film Pinocchio.
The version sung by Cynthia Erivo, the Tony and Grammy Award–winning British actress and singer, is filled with a warmth like gentle starlight twinkling in the night sky.
In the 2022 live-action film Pinocchio, it is performed by the Blue Fairy, played by Erivo.
Its hopeful message—that wishes can make dreams come true—meets her soulful, embracing voice to touch listeners deeply.
On a calm night as you put your child to bed, why not listen to this tender melody? It will surely fill both parent and child with a sense of peace.
As It WasLullapop
Lullapop is an American music project that reworks contemporary hit songs for relaxation.
In this piece, the original’s nostalgic melody for days gone by is gently wrapped in delicate, music box–like tones.
Even the heart-aching poignancy is transformed here into a calm reminiscence, offering a deep serenity that softly soothes the heart.
Released in 2023, this track is included on the album “Lullapop 5.” It has also been featured on playlists like “Baby Sleep,” which brighten parenting moments, and may be beloved by parents and children around the world.
Why not listen to this heartwarming sound on a quiet evening with your child?
Famous American lullabies: soothing English melodies with lyrics for parents and children (11–20)
La la LuPeggy Lee
It’s a lullaby that gently wraps listeners in a calm, tender light, like stars twinkling in the night sky.
The singer is Peggy Lee, the legendary American singer-songwriter who, in addition to mastering jazz and pop, also thrived as a lyricist and composer.
She wrote this song herself for the 1955 Disney film “Lady and the Tramp,” where a mother character sings it to her baby.
Through its dreamy imagery of stardust and angels descending, the piece conveys deep affection for a beloved child and the wish for a peaceful sleep.
Spend quiet moments with this song, and you’ll feel the bond between parent and child grow even stronger.
Be sure to give it a listen at bedtime.
LullabyJack Johnson and Matt Costa
The lullaby “Lullaby” by Jack Johnson and Matt Costa.
The sounds of acoustic guitar and ukulele are soothing to the ear, and their gentle voices resonate in the heart.
The heartwarming lyrics—asking to sing this song on nights when you can’t fall asleep alone—are deeply moving.
Moon RiverBreakfast at Tiffany’s
“Moon River” is a song performed in the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, starring Audrey Hepburn.
It also won the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
The scene at the beginning of the movie where Audrey Hepburn eats breakfast in front of Tiffany’s display window is famous, isn’t it?
AVE MARIASarah Brightman
A famous song that everyone has heard: “Ave Maria” by the British soprano Sarah Brightman.
It’s a wonderful piece with a clear, translucent voice.
The gentle tempo makes it perfect as a lullaby, and just playing it on repeat will make you sleepy.