Kids will love it! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms
Good news for anyone who wants to enjoy dancing with kids! Here, we’ll introduce dances and music that children will love.
Dance, which nurtures a sense of rhythm and enriches expressive ability, is the perfect musical activity for children’s growth.
Popular dances among kids today include choreography that’s trending on social media and lots of tracks that get everyone excited at sports days and recitals.
There are plenty of classics, too, so adults, be sure to join in, get moving, and have a great time together!
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Kids will go wild! A collection of dance song ideas with easy-to-follow rhythms (251–260)
TimingBurakku Bisukettsu
We’d like to introduce a song that’s perfect for a bright and energetic atmosphere at children’s sports days! It’s a single by Black Biscuits, released in April 1998, which reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts and became a huge hit with about 1.48 million copies sold.
Its pop, uplifting melody and lively beat have an irresistible rhythm that naturally gets kids moving.
It’s a well-known favorite among J-pop fans and continues to be loved across generations, even being performed at NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in December 2023.
The lyrics, which sing about important moments in everyday life, make it perfect for practice time leading up to the dance segment of a sports day.
The fun choreography that kids can energetically dance to with friends is sure to become a popular program for preschoolers’ sports festivals.
ThrillerMaikeru Jakuson
Michael Jackson’s horror-themed dance song, with its brilliant rhythm and danceable sound, is perfect for a sports day finale! With choreography inspired by zombie moves, it’s sure to get kids’ hearts pumping.
Known as the title track of the album Thriller, released in November 1982, the piece blends pop, R&B, and disco elements to perfection.
The music video—produced with a budget of $500,000—made waves for its zombie dance, sparking huge reactions and opening up new possibilities for music videos.
It can be arranged to match events like ball-toss games and other sports day activities, making it a popular, highly recommended dance track that everyone can enjoy!
Rocket Penguinroketto kureyon
A cute message song from the duo Takashi-oniisan and Yuko-oneesan, both former nursery school teachers, was released in October 2021.
This fun track depicts a flightless penguin swimming through the sea with the power and thrill of a rocket.
Its cheerful, bright melody and lyrics portraying the penguin’s efforts instantly capture children’s hearts.
Included on the album “Let’s Go 100% with Rocket Crayon! ~Parent-Child Bonding & Play Songs~,” it’s perfect for group dances at sports days and events.
With a simple rhythm that makes it easy to move to, it invites kids to enjoy expressing themselves freely.
It’s a lively, energetic song that teachers and children can enjoy together, and one we highly recommend.
Smilesakushi: kitagawa yūjin / sakkyoku: kitagawa yūjin
Just by singing and dancing, this energetic song makes your heart flutter with excitement and fills you with happiness.
Written and composed by Yujin Kitagawa, it’s included on the album “Yuzu Smile,” released in July 2003.
With its bright, poppy melody and lyrics that convey a message of believing in the power of a smile, it’s beloved by a wide range of listeners, from children to adults.
It’s perfect for singing at a kindergarten entrance ceremony, and it would also be super cute to dance to with parents at events like sports days.
It’s a wonderful song that brings smiles to everyone!
The Villains’ Halloween “Into the Frenzy”Tokyo Dizunīrando
This dance number is themed around Disney villains and is perfect for Halloween events.
The charm lies in fully embodying a villain to enjoy a different vibe than usual.
The choreography, which suits fierce expressions and slightly exaggerated gestures, is sure to draw the audience’s attention.
Costumes in black or purple will enhance the mood and heighten the Halloween spirit.
Dancing in unison as a group adds impact, spreading thrills and fun throughout the venue.
Included as a centerpiece for a school sports day or recreational event, it’s a piece that lets both adults and children step into an extraordinary world.
Super Dancin’ ManiaTokyo Dizunīrando
This dance track was created for the special event Club Disney, held at Tokyo Disneyland.
In this event where you can dance together with Disney friends, the park was enveloped in an excitement that made it feel like a massive club, captivating many guests.
With its lively rhythm and simple choreography, it’s designed for everyone—from kids to adults—to enjoy, making it perfect for use at sports days and recreational activities.
Just like during the event, pairing it with sparkly costumes and colorful lights enhances the fun of the dance even more.
It’s an energetic song that lets you get fired up together with your friends.
A New AngleTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu
There are six songs played on the popular attraction “The Happy Ride with Baymax,” each available in three versions: with dialogue, without dialogue, and instrumental.
They’re available for streaming and on CD.
“A New Angle” is also a catchy track, and its lyrics—suggesting new possibilities like “If you spin around and look, you’ll discover a new way of seeing”—are really cool! If you were to choreograph a dance to this song, adding lots of jumps and occasionally swinging your arms wide to the left and right could make it really fun.
It’s a perfect recommendation for younger elementary students, too.
And it’s also great as background music to create a lively mood during recreation time!