Dance/popular songs ranking for the school cultural festival

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN1rank/position

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” MV

This is a song that enjoys high popularity alongside the anime it accompanies, having become a hot topic as the ending theme of the hit series Blood Blockade Battlefront for how well it matches the show’s worldview.

Released in May 2015, it’s known as one of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN’s signature tracks.

The lyrics, which liken the contradictions of modern society and the everyday spectrum of joy, anger, sorrow, and pleasure to sweetness and bitterness, leave a strong impression.

It’s a positive number, lifted by vocalist Kosuke Saito’s high-toned voice.

With its cuteness and pop rhythm, it makes you want to start stepping along before you know it.

It’s a staple killer tune at concerts and festivals, so if you perform it at a school festival, the whole venue is sure to light up with smiles and excitement.

Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE2rank/position

[Sports Day Dance, Easy Choreography] Blue and Summer [Elementary School, Recital, Kids Dance]

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE’s “Aoi to Natsu” is a captivating song with bright, refreshing sounds and vocals that evoke youth.

If you move your body to this track, you might feel a full-body sense of hope moving toward the future.

Since it’s a fast-tempo song, it’s recommended to keep each movement to two beats or otherwise leave some breathing room; move slowly so your facial expression can also stay relaxed.

If having too many movements makes it hard to feel the fun of the song, focusing on steps might be a good option.

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lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE3rank/position

[Lilac] Mrs. GREEN APPLE 'Flag & Easy Dance' — A simple arrangement dance you can perform at sports festivals and recitals!

A heartwarming cheer song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE that gently embraces the youthful days where hope and anxiety coexist.

While tenderly acknowledging the loneliness and inner struggles we carry as time passes, it conveys the message: “Cherish yourself just as you are.” Released in April 2024 as the opening theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery” (Bokyaku Battery), it won the Grand Prize at the 66th Japan Record Awards.

Singing of unforgettable memories and bonds with cherished people, this song is perfect for group performances at school sports festivals and field days.

It fosters unity among students and helps create unforgettable moments.

Planet LoopNayutan Seijin4rank/position

[Reversed & Back View ver.] Planet Loop - I Tried Dancing [Yuno] dance/practice use

An irresistibly catchy and cute tune, ‘Planet Loop.’ It’s a track by NayutalieN, a Vocaloid producer also known for providing songs like ‘Meteo’ and ‘Gingira Galaxy.’ With a poppy, refreshing melody that makes your body start moving just by listening, and gentle choreography that kids and adults alike can dance to, it’s a recommended pick for anyone looking for an easy dance number.

There are plenty of dance cover videos, so you can practice thoroughly while watching.

It’s also hugely popular among the Vocaloid generation!

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A Little Love SongMONGOL8005rank/position

A Little Love Song

A love song by MONGOL800 that expresses an eternal vow of love set to a refreshing melody.

Included on the album “MESSAGE,” released in September 2001, this track gently sings about feelings for a loved one and the importance of bonds.

Its warm lyrics, which prompt listeners to reflect on their feelings for the important people right beside them, have resonated with many.

It has been used as the ending theme for the anime series Teasing Master Takagi-san and The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten, and has been covered by numerous artists, including Kumi Koda and JUJU.

Performing it at a school festival or live event will let you feel the joy of standing on stage with a band throughout your entire body.

RomanticismMrs. GREEN APPLE6rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Romanticism

Mrs.

GREEN APPLE is a rock band known for their piercing pop sensibilities and melodies brimming with euphoria.

This single, released in April 2019, was written specifically for a Shiseido SEA BREEZE commercial.

Crafted by Motoki Ohmori, the song depicts human love and the vitality of life on a grand scale, captivating listeners’ hearts.

Its colorful, bouncy sound and dynamic energy make it perfect for high schoolers who want to fire up a school festival live show.

It’s a highly recommended up-tempo tune that embraces the bittersweet exhilaration of youth and lets the entire venue come together and have fun.

Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya7rank/position

Where Our Blue Is / Tatsuya Kitani

It’s a song that captures bittersweet yet beautiful moments of youth.

Released in July 2023, it was chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen.

Tatsuya Kitani’s soaring vocals envelop memories of summers past and budding love.

The song conveys a complex mix of sweet nostalgia and lingering regret, carried on a refreshing melody.

I believe it’s a piece that resonates with everyone in the audience who’s right in the midst of their youth.