Recommended dance music for children. Kid-friendly dance tunes that make you want to move.
For kids who love dancing, here are some recommended dance songs just for them!
We’ve gathered classic kids’ dance tracks, trending songs, and tunes perfect for school sports days.
Some songs come with choreography videos, so feel free to use them as a reference.
Even if the original dance is difficult, many songs are introduced with simplified versions for children, so even kids who aren’t confident in dancing can feel at ease.
First, try dancing happily and energetically!
And once you can dance to them, challenge yourself with more difficult choreography!
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Dance music recommended for kids. Kid-friendly dance tracks that make you want to move (61–70)
Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls
I bet a lot of you can sing it without even looking at the lyrics.
It’s the opening theme of the beloved, long-running national anime “Chibi Maruko-chan.” The song was originally by B.B.
Queens and has been passed down through performances by artists like Golden Bomber, Momoiro Clover Z, and E-girls.
Depending on your generation, there’s probably a version that feels just right to you.
Be sure to use this dance video by E-girls as a reference and try dancing along!
A go-ahead signal costs one coin.Kafe Rate Funsui Kōen feat. Nyanko Sutā
The opening theme of the drama Kuragehime (Princess Jellyfish) is “Go Sign wa 1 Coin.” The music video also features the comedy duo Nyanko Star, which became a hot topic.
The official dance is cute, and the choreography looks completely natural even when kids perform it.
It’s a recommended dance song for girls, and if it’s for around lower elementary school grades, the whole class could have fun with it.
strollInoue Azumi
This song comes from the beloved children’s movie My Neighbor Totoro.
Azumi Inoue’s singing joyfully conveys the fun of walking through nature.
The lyrics mention hills, tunnels, and meadows, making it feel like an adventure! Honeybees, lizards, foxes, and even tanuki appear, so it’s great fun to dance while imitating the animals.
Ever since its release in 1987, it has remained a cherished classic.
It’s perfect for occasions where everyone can dance together, like sports days or preschool performances.
If parents and children sing and dance together, it will surely become a wonderful memory.
RPGSEKAI NO OWARI
In 2013, SEKAI NO OWARI’s “RPG,” which became the theme song for the Crayon Shin-chan movie and has served as various other theme songs, also gained popularity as a dance track and is well known for inspiring many “I tried dancing” videos.
Upbeat anime theme songs are especially recommended for elementary school dance routines.
I wouldn’t be surprised if some schools use them for events like sports days.
POKÉDANCEnanahira
This song was produced to commemorate Pokémon Day on February 27, 2024.
It was released as an animated music video featuring trainers dancing with their Pokémon partners.
The lyrics focus on themes of friendship and fun, and the track is characterized by a pop, danceable sound.
It also incorporates wordplay, making it a song that lifts your spirits just by listening.
A “dance practice” version performed by members of the K-pop group ENHYPEN has also been released, making it perfect for practicing choreography.
It’s a song that brings smiles to people of all ages, so it’s great for dancing at sports days and dance events.
Love burst forth.yuzu
This song expresses the exhilaration of love with a bright, effervescent pop sound.
The story follows a protagonist stuck in a dull daily routine whose heart starts to race after meeting someone irresistibly charming beyond their imagination.
Touching on modern social media culture, it’s a refreshing and catchy track that vividly portrays the real thrill of romance.
Released in October 2017, it was selected as the theme song for the film “The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.” starring Kento Yamazaki.
The music video, which features collaborative footage with the movie and a lively “twin dance” performed by the duo Yuzu, also generated buzz.
It’s perfect for a cheerful, upbeat school sports day dance program.
Even kindergarteners can easily enjoy the choreography.
The costumes are easy to get creative with, and the kids will have fun making them together.
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 excited.
Known as the title track of the album Thriller, released in November 1982, the song masterfully blends pop, R&B, and disco elements.
Its music video—famously produced with a $500,000 budget—sparked huge buzz for its zombie dance and opened up new possibilities for music videos.
It can be adapted to events like ball-toss games and other school sports day activities, making it a popular, highly recommended dance track that everyone can enjoy!