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 a campfire: Recommended dance tracks (21–30)
PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH
RADIO FISH, the group behind the wildly popular EDM party tune loved at school sports festivals, delivers confident, addictive tracks that blend playfulness and humor into a new era of dance music.
Their powerful performances—crafted by a uniquely talented lineup—and their brisk, catchy lyrics make everyone from kids to adults want to get up and dance.
Released in December 2015, this song was performed at the 67th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen the following year, catapulting it to explosive popularity.
While portraying leader Atsuhiko Nakata as a flawless figure, it unfolds a poppy, comical worldview.
It’s the perfect track for getting a crowd hyped at sports days or dance events.
Move your body with full energy as one, and you’ll create wonderful memories filled with smiles!
RydeenYellow Magic Orchestra
A masterpiece released by Yellow Magic Orchestra in 1980.
Although it’s an instrumental, its imaginative sound captivated listeners around the world and helped ignite Japan’s technopop boom.
You can feel YMO’s creativity everywhere—in the unique timbre of the A section, the horse-hoof sounds in the C section, and the sound effects.
The anecdote that the piece was born from a conversation around a kotatsu is also memorable.
The sound design using Haruomi Hosono’s Korg PS-3100 and Ryuichi Sakamoto’s ARP Odyssey is superb.
Composed by Yukihiro Takahashi and arranged by all the members, it boasts exceptional polish.
It’s a quintessential YMO track that every music fan should hear at least once.
Why not let yourself dance to it around a campfire? It’s sure to become a wonderful memory.
Songs you can dance to around the campfire. A roundup of recommended dance tracks (31–40)
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?
Oh! Susanna
If you want to dance lightly to a song with a Western vibe, “Oh! Susanna” is a great choice.
It was written by Stephen Foster, an American composer active in the mid-19th century, and is also known as a minstrel song that reflected society at the time.
The sound of the banjo, marked by a polka beat, rings out with a refreshing tone.
Its humorous, festive feel makes it perfect for camping with adults, too! Why not try a cheerful folk dance by the glow of the fire at night?
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!
MATSURIBAYASHIKEYTALK
MATSURIBAYASHI is an energetic, high-speed festival anthem by KEYTALK, a four-piece rock band from Shimokitazawa.
It’s the perfect track to boost the mood at a campsite or to heat up dance time around the campfire.
This song shines with each member’s unique flair colliding—despite being an all-out party tune, it’s packed with highlights like the twin vocals, bass lines, and guitar solos.
Learn the choreography for the so-called “BON DANCE,” a twist on the traditional Bon Odori, and hype it up with your friends at the campfire—you’re sure to make a summer memory to remember!
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI
This song was released in 2023 as the theme song for the anime One Piece.
It wasn’t originally a dance track, but it’s upbeat and bright, so many people probably want to try dancing to it.
With that in mind, here’s a choreography that even elementary school kids can perform.
In line with the song’s refreshing feel, the moves are energetic and use big, full-body motions.
As you dance, your excitement will build, and it’s sure to liven up any campfire gathering.
