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[Culture and School Festival Songs] A curated selection of popular and hit songs to brighten up your venues and events!

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Among the many events in school life, the culture festival is one of the most memorable!

At culture festivals, there are countless moments where music plays a crucial role—whether it’s background music at the venue, songs for band performances, or tracks for dance numbers.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are guaranteed to hype up the culture festival, aimed at those running the event as committee members and those performing on stage.

With these picks, your festival production is sure to shine!

If you’re in the middle of choosing songs, be sure to use this as a reference.

[Cultural Festival & School Festival Songs] Carefully selected popular and hit songs that brighten up venues and events! (191–200)

Never Be LonelyJax Jones, Zoe Wees

Jax Jones, Zoe Wees – Never Be Lonely (Official Video)

Never Be LonelyJax Jones, Zoe Wees

It’s a heartwarming dance number themed around friendship and bonds.

Featuring a collaboration between Jax Jones and Zoe Wees, the track showcases the best of both artists.

Released in February 2024, it also drew attention for its music video that incorporates the world of Pokémon.

The melodious sound and lyrics conveying the message that you’ll never be alone give listeners comfort and hope.

Perform it at a school festival dance stage, and the whole venue is sure to come together in excitement! Let’s all dance and make it a memorable page of our youth!

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All Night LongKungs, David Guetta, Izzy Bizu

Kungs, David Guetta, Izzy Bizu – All Night Long (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

All Night LongKungs, David Guetta, Izzy Bizu

A track that fuses electro and dance music! A collaboration by Kungs, David Guetta, and Izzy Bizu, released in January 2024.

It’s a song that celebrates youth’s energy and vitality, featuring sounds that evoke festivals and dance floors.

In the video “Shadows,” themes of young love and adolescence are portrayed.

Born from the powerful synergy of three artists from different generations, this song can be enjoyed across ages.

Play it as background music at school festivals to unite the crowd.

It’s also perfect as a dance BGM!

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Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli

[I Tried Dancing] Jamboree Mickey [Kindergarten, Elementary School, Sports Day, Recital, Gymnastics, Dance, I Tried Dancing]

Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli

It was created as the centerpiece song for a kids’ dance program that you can enjoy together with Disney friends.

First released on CD in December 2022, the song features a light, catchy melody.

It appeals not only to children but also to adults.

It was covered by Nogizaka46 at the 2019 FNS Uta no Natsu Matsuri, and by many of the performing artists as part of a special segment at the 73rd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It would also be perfect as background music for school festivals, helping to liven up the venue.

With its fun choreography, there’s no doubt everyone will have a blast dancing together!

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GOATNumber_i

Number_i – GOAT (Official Music Video)

GOATNumber_i

Released as their debut single, this work is an ambitious attempt at hip-hop.

Aiming to create a track that can take on the global stage, it was produced with the intention of delivering a message from Japan to the world through Japanese lyrics.

It kicked off with a dazzling start, being released simultaneously worldwide on January 1, 2024.

The music video, directed by Yuichi Kodama, was reportedly filmed over three days in Tokyo and Tochigi.

Be sure to check out the visuals that express Number_i’s new approach.

If you’re performing a dance at a school festival, this track is a perfect pick!

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[Culture Festival & School Festival Songs] Carefully Selected Popular and Hit Songs to Brighten Venues and Events! (201–210)

Get WildTM NETWORK

TM NETWORK「Get Wild」Official Music Video

Get WildTM NETWORK

TM NETWORK is a Japanese music unit known for their catchy, stylish tracks.

Among their signature works, this song is especially popular at school festivals.

Also used as the ending theme for the anime City Hunter, it captivates with a sense of speed like racing through the city at night and lyrics that evoke a challenge to the unknown.

Released in April 1987, it has since seen numerous remasters and remixes, remaining beloved across generations.

It’s also highly popular as dance music, making it perfect for dance performances at school festivals.

With its fiery passion, it’s recommended for anyone looking to energize their festival.

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JUST DANCE!Travis Japan

Travis Japan – ‘JUST DANCE!’ Music Video

JUST DANCE!Travis Japan

Travis Japan’s global major debut song! It expresses the joy of dancing freely and honestly to your feelings, regardless of where you are or who you are.

Released for streaming on October 28, 2022, it achieved international success, including reaching No.

5 on Billboard’s Global 200 chart.

This track lets you surrender to the rhythm and feel the liberating thrill of dancing without worrying about who’s watching.

Perfect as background music while preparing for a school festival or for a dance performance on stage! Free your heart and dance with your friends, and this year’s school festival is sure to be a huge hit.

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idolYOASOBI

YOASOBI "Idol" Official Music Video

idolYOASOBI

It’s an overwhelmingly popular track by YOASOBI! Chosen as the opening theme for “Oshi no Ko,” it has been drawing massive attention, even becoming the first Japanese song to reach No.

1 on Billboard Global Excl.

U.S.

The song delves deeply into the inner struggles hidden behind an idol’s image, poignantly expressing the pain of pursuing perfection while concealing true love and vulnerability—truly moving.

ikura’s beautiful vocals over an up-tempo track are especially striking.

Given its high recognition and popularity, I think it’s a perfect choice for a flag dance at a school festival.

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