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K-pop You’ll Want to Dance to at the School Festival! Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Dance Numbers

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Even if you want to perform a K-pop dance at the school festival, it’s easy to get stuck because so many songs are difficult.

Here, we’ve put together easy songs that even dance beginners can enjoy.

From well-known classic hits to newer and popular tracks, we’re introducing ones with simple choreography.

There are plenty of songs that will get everyone around you hyped up.

If any part feels a little challenging, try arranging it and keep taking on the challenge.

It’s important to enjoy it at your own pace.

Feel free to give it a try!

K-pop you’ll want to dance to at the school festival! Easy, crowd-pleasing dance numbers (11–20)

Red FlavorRed Velvet

[EAST2WEST] Red Velvet (레드벨벳) – 빨간 맛 (Red Flavor) Dance Cover

Red FlavorRed Velvet

This video features a song with distinctly idol-style choreography.

It’s a performance by the Korean group East2West.

The camera angles and set really enhance the dance, don’t they? Please take that into account and adapt accordingly.

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Super ShyNewJeans

NewJeans (뉴진스) ‘Super Shy’ Dance Practice

Super ShyNewJeans

“Super Shy,” released by the five-member Korean girl group NewJeans, is a true coming-of-age love song that delicately captures the subtle emotions of teenage girls.

It skillfully conveys the tug-of-war between shy feelings and the yearning to confess them, using lyrics that weave together Korean and English.

Since its release on July 7, 2023, it has dominated music charts around the world and sparked a global dance challenge craze, especially on TikTok.

It’s a song that distills the charm of NewJeans and is sure to resonate with teenage girls—perfect to perform at cultural festivals or school events!

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GANGNAM STYLEPSY

PSY – GANGNAM STYLE(강남스타일) M/V

GANGNAM STYLEPSY

This is PSY’s K-pop hit number that sparked worldwide buzz with its comical and unique dance performance.

Composed of an exhilarating electronic beat, a catchy melody, and lyrics that satirically portray a sophisticated urban lifestyle, the track is included on the album “PSY 6 (Six Rules), Part 1,” released in July 2012.

On YouTube, it set a monumental record with over 5 billion views, and it won Best Video at the MTV Europe Music Awards at the time.

With simple, easy-to-learn choreography, it’s perfect for large group performances at school festivals and similar events, sure to bring the whole venue together in excitement.

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Fake & TrueTwice

TWICE 「Fake & True」 Music Video

Fake & TrueTwice

If you want to have fun dancing in a group of four or more—especially with a girls’ group—I recommend TWICE’s “Fake & True.” The kick hits hard with a “ZOOM! ZOOM!” thump, and the low end feels great.

For this song, focus on sharp, snappy movements.

If you’re new to dancing, practice in a spacious area with a mirror to check your form, or record yourself on your phone.

When everyone lines up cleanly, it looks incredibly cool—so definitely give it a try!

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MR.TAXIshōjo jidai

Girls' Generation / MR. TAXI (Dance Ver.)

MR.TAXIshōjo jidai

It’s a cool dance number that really highlights the members’ great style.

If you can pull this off, you’ll get a round of applause.

Each move doesn’t seem all that difficult, but since it has to be perfectly synchronized with a large group, it looks like it will require a lot of practice.

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Get CoolStray Kids

Stray Kids “Get Cool” Dance Practice (Full Cam Ver.)

Get CoolStray Kids

For those looking for mellow tracks, I’d like to recommend “Get Cool.” It’s a song by Stray Kids with a slow electronic vibe.

The lyrics express hope for a wonderful future.

It’s a heartwarming song that would leave a pleasant aftertaste if you perform it at the end.

The choreography is uniquely crafted, featuring moments like pointing at each other.

Try showcasing a perfectly in-sync performance with your friends.

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K-pop You’ll Want to Dance at the School Festival! Easy, Crowd-Pleasing Dance Numbers (21–30)

LUCIFERSHINee

SHINee – Lucifer | Dance cover by FebrisErotica

LUCIFERSHINee

If you’re a guy who wants to dance K-pop, this is for you! By the way, this video is a rare one featuring Westerners dancing.

It’s a unique sight, and it looks cool in its own way! Why not try incorporating it and aim for the same cool vibe they have?

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