[From Kids to Adults] Dance Songs You’ll Want to Groove to at a Halloween Party

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TWICE「HAPPY HAPPY」Music Video

The title track included on TWICE’s fourth Japanese single is a poppy dance number packed with the cheerfulness and brightness of summer.

It was released digitally ahead of the physical version in June 2019 and was also featured in a commercial celebrating the 20th anniversary of the beverage “Qoo (Cola).” The handclap beat and repeated chorus feel pleasant, and the colorful, light sound creates an atmosphere that makes both kids and adults want to move naturally.

The music video, filmed in Hawaii, leaves a strong impression with its natural direction that lets you see their true selves, and it prioritizes a fun vibe over choreography, making it easy to enjoy even if you’re not confident in dancing.

For parties, we recommend incorporating colorful outfits and accessories like TWICE and dancing in your own style!

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[Mirror 100%] YOASOBI – UNDEAD

An energetic track woven from the driving rush of EDM and Ikura’s shape-shifting vocals.

Released in July 2024 as the theme song for the anime “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season,” its lyrics strikingly emphasize the importance of living powerfully in the present, unbound by past or future, insisting that constant change is proof of being alive.

The up-tempo dance beat brims with vitality that makes your body move naturally—perfect for amping up a Halloween party.

Its bright, irresistibly danceable sound makes it a great pick for events everyone can enjoy together.

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Easy Dance Choreography for Everyone from Elementary School Kids to Moms! YOASOBI 'Monster'

A song by YOASOBI released in January 2021 as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime BEASTARS.

Its driving beat and dark worldview match the Halloween vibe.

The song depicts the inner conflict that wavers between instinct and reason.

The desire to become stronger to protect a loved one, and the question of what it means to be one’s true self, are expressed through powerful vocals.

It peaked at No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and was selected as one of TIME magazine’s Top 10 Songs of 2021.

With its dramatic development and profound message, this track is recommended for those who want to face themselves through music or draw courage from it.

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Kyary Pamyu Pamyu – HARAJUKU IYAHOI (Kyary Pamyu Pamyu – Harajuku Iyahoi) Official Music Video

This is an upbeat dance track with full-on EDM sound, released in 2017 by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, an icon of Harajuku culture.

Produced by Yasutaka Nakata, the song was also used in a SHARP AQUOS 4K commercial.

Its choreography, inspired by the Cossack dance, and the signature shout of “Iyahoi” stand out, creating an irresistibly fun vibe that makes you want to move.

Beneath the poppy, catchy melody, there’s a touch of mature melancholy, making it a tune that people of all ages can enjoy together.

Put it on at a Halloween party and everyone will be dancing—the venue will instantly be wrapped in a colorful, lively atmosphere!

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Song: "Halloween Is a Big Commotion" [Takashi’s Finger Play • Children’s Song] Japanese Children’s Song, Finger Play Songs

This is a song by Takashi Deguchi, who holds a nursery teacher qualification and works as a childcare artist.

Set to a bright sound that boosts the festive Halloween mood, it sings about the fun of transforming into ghosts and getting candy.

Released digitally in October 2019, the song was also featured in the childcare magazine Piccolo and has been widely loved in childcare settings as a hand-play song.

The lyrics repeatedly include the phrase “Trick or Treat,” making them easy to remember, and the structure lets both children and adults sing and dance together.

The choreography is simple, too, so if everyone dresses up and dances at a Halloween party, the atmosphere is sure to heat up.

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Lingering Halloween vibes

A song that kids and adults alike can enjoy! With a perfect balance of hard rock rhythms and a poppy melody, the lyrics are packed with Halloween elements—like kids appearing and Jack making an entrance.

Released in November 2014, this track is included on the first album, “The BKW Show!!”.

It’s also great for dance lovers.

It seems perfect for uploading dance videos on social media, too.

If you want to hype up your Halloween party, definitely give it a listen!

VampireIZ*ONE

IZ*ONE (아이즈원) – ‘Vampire’ MV

A vampire-themed world is perfect for a Halloween party.

The lyrics, which portray a dangerous longing for eternal love through vampires, are dramatic and fantastical.

Released in Japan as the third single in September 2019, the song topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Its tense melody, majestic arrangement, and lyrically tinged dark sound are sure to electrify the atmosphere of any venue.

Dressing up in costume and dancing is highly recommended!