Songs you can dance to around the campfire. A roundup of recommended tracks for dancing.
A campfire is essential for nights during camping and outdoor activities.
A campfire gradually grows from the start, reaches an exciting peak, and then settles into a calm mood toward the end—that transition is one of its true charms.
And it’s not just about watching the flames; people often sing songs and dance as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended songs to dance to around the campfire.
We’ve gathered classic campfire tunes, folk dance songs, and even popular J-pop hits—use this as a handy reference.
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Songs you can dance to around the campfire. A roundup of recommended dance tracks (31–40)
ButterBTS
A track by BTS, the seven-member global dance and vocal group from Korea.
Following “Dynamite,” this song features all-English lyrics, with a retro, disco-style party vibe that portrays a sweet and romantic love that melts like butter.
The catchy chorus steps aren’t too complex, so they seem easy to copy, right? We also introduce choreography in the video that’s simple and fun for kids to dance to, so be sure to check it out! Let’s make the most of our Camp Yar night and have an amazing time.
Racing into the NightYOASOBI
The music unit YOASOBI, known for creating songs inspired by novels, released their first digital-only single.
It became especially popular among the social media generation, and within about seven months of its release, the song surpassed 20 million views on YouTube.
The original novels are “Thanatos no Yūwaku” (The Temptation of Thanatos) and “Yoru ni Tokeru” (Melt into the Night) by Maiya Hoshino, published on a fiction posting site.
Its sense of speed and the dreamlike melody that seems to melt into the nighttime scenery are truly moving, aren’t they? It’s also popular as a dance track, and you can dance to it with simple moves like a box step and hand claps—so be sure to check it out!
Korobushka
Korobeiniki is perfect for deepening bonds with coworkers or classmates around a campfire.
Originally composed as a Russian folk song, it became known in Japan after the war as a standard tune for folk dancing.
It was also used as background music in the Game Boy version of Tetris.
Its peppy rhythm and cute melody are irresistibly catchy.
Pair up, face each other, and dance! Be sure to add this dance to your campfire program.
A I U E O musicGReeeeN
At the campfire—the main event of any outdoor activity—you can’t help but want to dance to an exciting tune! “Aiueongaku,” released in 2013 by GReeeeN, a vocal group known for moving songs about love and life, is a must-have track for a fun camping trip.
Its dynamically unfolding, humorous melody line is especially memorable.
Let’s dance with enthusiasm to match the punchy lyrics! For the chorus dance part, why not try choreography where everyone holds hands around the fire?
Yupo iyaiya eya
There’s an action song that’s just perfect for those joyful moments when everyone gathers around a campfire and smiles come naturally.
With its simple yet unforgettable melody and a rhythm that gets everyone moving together, it creates a truly wonderful sense of unity.
The story of how it became a campfire classic is fascinating as well, but in Japan, ever since it was introduced through an educational magazine in 1965, it has enjoyed unwavering popularity as a staple camp song.
This piece is sure to shine on camp nights when you want to deepen bonds with friends, or at recreational events where everyone wants to get excited together!
A quiet lakeside
If you’re camping near a lake, we recommend the song “Shizukana Kohan” (“Peaceful Lakeside”).
Composed at a campground in 1936, it’s well known as a round that everyone can enjoy singing.
It’s also frequently used in commercials, so many of you have probably heard it.
With its cuckoo and owl calls, it’s the perfect tune for spending time in nature while camping.
The rhythmic melody isn’t just great for singing—it’s perfect for dancing too! Try forming a round around the campfire and dance along to the beat.
Jenka
Jenka, also famous as a classic folk dance tune, originated in Finland.
It’s a folk dance where several people form a line and dance together.
Dancers step forward one foot at a time to the rhythm and move along while hopping forward and backward.
While it’s easy to dance alone, when dancing in a line you need to be in sync with each other; otherwise, the line will fall out of order when moving forward and back.
When forming the line, place your hands on the shoulders or waist of the person in front of you.
It’s also recommended to gradually increase the number of people in the line!
Make you happyNiziU
This is the pre-debut song by NiziU, a nine-member girl group formed through the audition program Nizi Project, produced by Korean music producer and artist J.Y.
Park.
The dance in the chorus, where you rotate your wrists and jump as if skipping rope, is called the “jump-rope dance.” After the members released a video of themselves performing it, countless people covered it and it became a social phenomenon! The choreography is easy for both kids and adults to learn, so it’s also a popular song at events like school sports days.
It’s perfect for making memories around the campfire, too!
100% Courage
Familiar as the theme song of the anime “Nintama Rantarō,” “Yuuki 100%” is a track that clearly conveys a positive spirit.
The sound is light and buoyant, so moving your body to it lets you fully feel the fun throughout your whole body.
If you take cues from the lyrics—like the shining sun—when coming up with movements, it’s easy to tell what comes next, so it’s a great choice.
It may be important to really feel the rhythm as if you’re bouncing and to dance with a smile so the song’s fun stands out.
HappinessAI
AI’s song “Happiness” conveys a powerful sense of hope, as if wishing for happiness to spread throughout the world.
Dancing to this song, imbued with such a wish for happiness, will let you feel the joy through your whole body.
Because it’s a grand piece with a relatively calm rhythm, large movements that highlight its grandeur might work well.
It’s also a good idea to keep the choreography simple—something everyone can synchronize—while staying mindful of the song’s worldview.