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!
Playlist
| Recommended dance music for children. Kid-friendly dance tunes that make you want to move. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Baby Shark |  play_arrow | Let's liven up the sports festival with a smash-hit shark-themed song |
| 2 | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  | WANIMA Let’s Try Sports Day Dance Song |
| 3 | Only One StoryZEROBASEONE |  play_arrow | ZEROBASEONE’s Pokémon theme song |
| 4 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | Soar high by making weakness your ally |
| 5 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Mashle theme song, a message of being yourself |
| 6 | Jamboree Mickey! |  play_arrow | Introduction to Mickey Mouse’s Dance Program |
| 7 | Friend Like Mesakkyoku: aran menken |  play_arrow | Have fun dancing to popular songs from Aladdin |
| 8 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A refreshing summer song, the brilliance of youth |
| 9 | Sorry for being cuteHONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A self-affirmation-themed song by HoneyWorks |
| 10 | Rock this Partytimelesz |  play_arrow | A dance song popular on social media, a track that sings about dreams and friendship. |
| 11 | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's smash hit song from Oshi no Ko |
| 12 | We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | Sambomaster’s uplifting classic |
| 13 | swallowYOASOBI with Midorīzu |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's new song has been selected as the theme for an SDGs program. |
| 14 | Pirapīpirafu seijin |  play_arrow | Children’s dance song by Pilafians is popular |
| 15 | Shinako Worldshinako |  play_arrow | Shinako’s songs are perfect for kids’ dance. |
| 16 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE wins the Youth Theme Song Award |
| 17 | dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A lively cheer song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 18 | Muscatyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu did the opening theme for Crayon Shin-chan. |
| 19 | DynamiteBTS |  play_arrow | BTS’s “Dynamite” is nominated for a Grammy Award |
| 20 | PopopopoposeGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A song that kids can dance to happily with a smile |
| 21 | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | An energetic youth dance song |
| 22 | Rock, paper, scissors!mirage² |  play_arrow | Phantomirage makes their major debut |
| 23 | chantAdo |  play_arrow | Ado's songs are perfect for kids' dance! |
| 24 | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | The Giri-Giri Dance is hugely popular with kids |
| 25 | Wake Up!AAA |  play_arrow | One Piece theme song, AAA’s upbeat dance track |
| 26 | FLASHPerfume |  play_arrow | Perfume’s new song is the theme for Chihayafuru |
| 27 | Shiri-shiri dance |  play_arrow | A kid-friendly arrangement of the Shiri Shiri Dance |
| 28 | Shake It OffTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | Taylor Swift's songs can be enjoyed by both children and adults. |
| 29 | MomotaroSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Lazy Momotaro |
| 30 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Enjoy the summer festival with SHISHAMO's dance |
| 31 | Crazy F-R-E-S-H BeatSnow Man |  play_arrow | A cool dance song by Snow Man |
| 32 | ReiwaGōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | Golden Bomber's 'Reiwa' is a hit song |
| 33 | LokiMikito P |  play_arrow | Million-achieving songs by Rin and P |
| 34 | P.A.R.T.Y. ~Universe Festival~DA PUMP |  play_arrow | Kamen Rider Theatrical Version Theme Song Boiiin Dance |
| 35 | paprikaFoorin |  | Paprika Kenshi Yonezu elementary school dance |
| 36 | Tattayuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s dance number “Tatta” |
| 37 | Cinderella GirlKing&Prince |  play_arrow | Introduction to King & Prince's debut song |
| 38 | Laugh it off ~ Xiao Yi Xiao! ~Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | Dance video of Momoclo and Shin-chan |
| 39 | Wanna dance?Suzuki Rio |  play_arrow | A pop tune by Rio Suzuki that gets everyone dancing and feeling happy. |
| 40 | Dokimeki Diaryasmi feat. Chinozo |  play_arrow | Let's have fun dancing with kids using Dokimeki Diary |
| 41 | Go for it!Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | Wulfuls' disco-style hit song |
| 42 | R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Dance choreography explanation for a trending song on social media |
| 43 | One Night CarnivalKishidan |  play_arrow | Kishidan’s signature song is hugely popular |
| 44 | Under the Seasakkyoku: aran menken |  play_arrow | A fun insert song from The Little Mermaid |
| 45 | SmileMori Nana |  play_arrow | Nana Mori covers the original song by HOF DYLANS |
| 46 | Make you happyNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s signature song, Make you happy |
| 47 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s catchy dance music |
| 48 | Into the Unknown ~ As My Heart LeadsMatsu Takako |  play_arrow | Developing expressive skills through the theme song of the Frozen sequel |
| 49 | Cutie HoneyKōda Kumi |  play_arrow | Kumi Koda covers an anime song with choreography |
| 50 | Mi Mi Mimini MAX |  play_arrow | Mini MAX dances to a cover song by MAX |
| 51 | Follow MeE-girls |  | A cute E-girls song that's great for dancing |
| 52 | AdventureYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A YOASOBI song featured in a USJ commercial |
| 53 | ain’t on the map yetNulbarich |  play_arrow | Album H.O.T track and dancer TAKERU |
| 54 | No matter what I do, it’s no good.Okazaki Taiiku |  play_arrow | Okazaki Taiiku’s Belly-Drum Cheer Song |
| 55 | HappinessAI |  play_arrow | The Coca-Cola commercial song from the year of the earthquake |
| 56 | flying getAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s award-winning song Flying Get |
| 57 | phonyTsumiki |  play_arrow | Let's try dancing to the Vocaloid song 'Phony' |
| 58 | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s “Habit” is booming in popularity |
| 59 | I wish you lots of happinessnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s cheer song is making waves |
| 60 | Smileyuzu |  play_arrow | Let’s dance and get fired up to Yuzu’s lively song. |
| 61 | StarmineDa-iCE |  play_arrow | An uplifting song themed around fireworks |
| 62 | Ninjari Ban Bankyarī pamyu pamyu |  play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s cute fashion and music |
| 63 | Dancing HeroOginome Yōko |  play_arrow | Fn.K.D. had a resurgence in 2017 |
| 64 | Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls |  play_arrow | Chibi Maruko-chan's opening theme song |
| 65 | A go-ahead signal costs one coin.Kafe Rate Funsui Kōen feat. Nyanko Sutā |  play_arrow | Drama theme song, cute dance track |
| 66 | strollInoue Azumi |  play_arrow | Totoro’s song, the adventure in nature is fun. |
| 67 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s “RPG” is popular and has many ‘tried dancing’ videos. |
| 68 | POKÉDANCEnanahira |  play_arrow | A song commemorating Pokémon Day. A track themed around friendship and fun. |
| 69 | Love burst forth.yuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s romantic pop song used as a movie theme song |
| 70 | ThrillerMaikeru Jakuson |  play_arrow | Michael Jackson’s classic song, Thriller |
| 71 | 100% Couragesakushi: matsui gorou / sakkyoku: makaino kouji |  play_arrow | Courage 100% is a staple song for kids’ dance. |
| 72 | chantAdo |  play_arrow | Ado’s exotic dance track |
| 73 | Glittering Teethshinako |  play_arrow | Toothbrushing cheer song, eurobeat |
| 74 | HELLO! HALO! (Halo-halo)GENERATIONS×EXILE USA,TETSUYA |  play_arrow | A song that blends reggaeton and J-pop, enjoyable for both kids and adults |
| 75 | Love♡Scream!AiScReam |  play_arrow | A song about pure feelings of love, likened to the sweetness of ice cream |
| 76 | Ballooooon!!Naoto Intiraymi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song you can enjoy with children |
| 77 | Go! Go! Sparkly-shiny! |  play_arrow | A cheerful dance song for first graders |
| 78 | superstarKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Let's dance with Shin-chan to a song by Ketsumeishi |
| 79 | Super Dancin’ ManiaTokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | Dance track for a Disney Land club event |
| 80 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | Flag performance to a song by Ryokuoushoku Shakai |
| 81 | PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH |  play_arrow | RADIO FISH's songs are popular with children |
| 82 | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | Golden Bomber's dance music |
| 83 | InfluencerNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46's Japan Record Award-winning songs |
| 84 | Happiness Is HereTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto |  play_arrow | Easy to dance to as the main song of a Disney parade |
| 85 | BarararararararaTōkyō Dizunī Rizōto |  play_arrow | A fun sports day dance to the Baymax song |
| 86 | U.S.A.DA PUMP |  play_arrow | DA PUMP’s “Nice!” dance becomes a big hit |
| 87 | Tokyo GirlPerfume |  play_arrow | Introduction to Perfume’s dance tracks |
| 88 | Dear Shine SkyYoshitake Chihaya |  play_arrow | The late-period ending theme of Hirogaru Sky! Precure |
| 89 | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s “Koi” became a huge hit as a TV drama theme song. |
| 90 | Happy SongTokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | Dance music of Tokyo Disneyland |
| 91 | DoraemonHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | You can master it quickly if you practice the Doraemon song. |
| 92 | Senbonzakura |  play_arrow | Have fun dancing to the sakura theme with Senbonzakura |
| 93 | Ninja Hattori-kun |  play_arrow | Let's dance to the opening song of Ninja Hattori-kun |
| 94 | Teddy BearSTAYC |  play_arrow | STAYC’s “Teddy Bear” is a cheer/encouragement song. |
| 95 | Abracadabra spellchibi maruko-chan & baku chuu mondai |  play_arrow | Introduction to Chibi Maruko-chan ending theme songs |
| 96 | TimingBurakku Bisukettsu |  play_arrow | Popular songs perfect for a lively sports day |
| 97 | It’s a sweets-ful time!Tokyo Dizunīrando |  play_arrow | A pop dance song by Vanellope for children |
| 98 | Head over heels for the cosmosHanada Yuuichirou, Ono Atsuko |  play_arrow | A children's song themed around space and planets |
| 99 | Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira |  play_arrow | Shuji and Akira’s Seishun Amigo introduction |
| 100 | Would You Like One?Travis Japan |  play_arrow | Travis Japan movie theme song pop tune |
| 101 | Pon de SKY, Pon de STARDA PUMP |  play_arrow | DA PUMP's upbeat cheer song |
| 102 | Que Sera SeraYuko Suzuka |  play_arrow | A powerful song that fuses Japanese tradition and dance, delivering courage |
| 103 | Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's Obake Zukan theme song is trending |
| 104 | Genki Ondo |  play_arrow | Liven up the summer festival with a lively Bon Odori song |
| 105 | Tanuki Lord’s Ondo |  play_arrow | Fun summer memories with the Tanuki Ondo |
| 106 | Anpanman Ondo |  play_arrow | Let’s have fun dancing to the Anpanman Ondo! |
| 107 | Ophroski’s Chappong Bushi |  play_arrow | Let's have fun with Ofuroski's Bon Odori song |
| 108 | It’s Hamu Hamu ON-DO, Ham-chans! |  play_arrow | Bon Odori song by the Hamtaro crew originating from the anime |
| 109 | MORNIING SUNEXILE B HAPPY |  play_arrow | A hopeful song for children that everyone can dance to |
| 110 | doppelgängerCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | A fast-paced rap song for a movie theme |
| 111 | Sumikko DiscoPerfume |  play_arrow | Have fun dancing at the Sumikko Disco! |
| 112 | Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | Delivering energy with a pop song for kids |
| 113 | OtonokeCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | The Dandadan theme song with captivating rhythm and lyrics |
| 114 | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | Apartment game music from Korea is hugely popular. |
| 115 | Ninja Hattari-kun |  | Ninja Hattari-kun sings his techniques in a cool musical style. |
| 116 | Karada Dandan |  play_arrow | A dance song where you pretend to be animals will liven up the sports day. |
| 117 | S-s-stealthy footsteps |  play_arrow | Showcase of a child's quiet ninja dance |
| 118 | Ninnin Nintama Ondo |  play_arrow | Introducing the popularity and the ondo (traditional dance/song) of Nintama Rantarō |
| 119 | Mischief Ninja Arts Manual |  play_arrow | The comical dance of the Trickster Ninja Arts Ledger |
| 120 | I am the strongest.Ado |  play_arrow | One Piece in-film song, sung by Ado |
| 121 | DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE |  play_arrow | A song introduction depicting Da-iCE’s dreams and adventures |
| 122 | ParadiseNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s theme song for the Doraemon movie |
| 123 | Sparkly Kingdom on the Cloudsshimajirou |  play_arrow | Theme song from a Shimajiro movie, suitable for a sports day dance |
| 124 | Real Gonekāzu |  play_arrow | Anthropomorphized Disney films tickle the imagination. |
| 125 | Princess WaltzDizunīrando Pari |  play_arrow | Beautiful dance of a Disney Princess |
| 126 | Anpanman Exercisedoriimingu |  play_arrow | Energize the children with classic sports day songs |
| 127 | Under the SeaRitoru Māmeido |  play_arrow | A cheerful song sung by the mermaid princess’s crab best friend |
| 128 | SmileKamisiraishi Moka |  play_arrow | The opening theme song of Hanakappa, with a theme of smiles. |
| 129 | Color NinjaOzawa Kazuto |  play_arrow | A fun stage where colorful ninjas dance |
| 130 | A New AngleTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu |  play_arrow | Characteristics and Uses of Baymax Music |
| 131 | Koo Lu LeeTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu |  play_arrow | Enjoying the Baymax dance song |
| 132 | Happy RideTōkyō Dizunīrando Beimakkusu |  play_arrow | Introduction to Baymax's Popular Attractions and Songs |
| 133 | Jamboree Mickey!Marco Marinangeli |  play_arrow | A children’s song with a catchy melody |
| 134 | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Official HIGE DANDism produced the opening theme song for SPY×FAMILY |
| 135 | Magic of SmilesŌhara Yuiko |  play_arrow | Dance energetically to Yuiko Ohara’s pop songs |
| 136 | Maru-Maru-Mori-Mori!Kaoru to Tomoki, tama ni Mukku. |  play_arrow | A huge breakthrough with the theme song of Marumo no Okite |
| 137 | New EraAdo |  play_arrow | Powerful songs by Ado, perfect for kids’ dance |
| 138 | Ninja Dance |  | Ninja dance has distinctive moves and is fun. |
| 139 | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Message of hope by/from Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 140 | Mickey Mouse MarchJimī Dotto |  play_arrow | Kids dance to the Mickey Mouse March |
| 141 | Refreshing and invigoratingSukotto Erikuson, Gōdon Guddouin |  play_arrow | A dance that fuses Japan and Disney at the Disney Summer Festival |