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Children’s dance songs from Western music. Kids’ dance routines perfect for school plays and recitals.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSICsasashina
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

This time, I’ll be introducing Western dance music that’s perfect for kids!

While it’s common to dance to popular Japanese songs, there are lots of bright, pop tracks in Western music that suit children really well.

These days, dance isn’t just for after-school lessons—it’s also included in school events and PE classes.

So, teachers who are struggling to choose a song, this is a must-see.

I’m sure you’ll find tracks that match the kids’ energetic vibe, so read to the end and pick the perfect songs for your students!

Make great memories with high-energy tunes!

Foreign pop dance songs for children. Kids’ dance numbers perfect for school performances and recitals (21–30)

What makes you beautifulOne Direction

One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Official Video)

What makes you beautifulOne Direction

One Direction’s pop song is perfect for children’s recitals.

Its bright, catchy melody and lyrics expressing affection for someone who doesn’t realize their own worth are striking.

Released in 2011 as their debut single, it’s included on the album Up All Night.

Because of its supportive message for those lacking confidence, it’s recommended for dancing at school events and extracurricular recitals.

It matches kids’ energetic vibe and is popular as a fun song to dance to.

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CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake – CAN’T STOP THE FEELING! (from DreamWorks Animation’s “TROLLS”) (Official Video)

CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake

This is a perfect track for dancing by Justin Timberlake, who’s great at both singing and dancing.

He voices a character in DreamWorks’ movie Trolls, and this song is also the film’s theme.

With a bright, upbeat feel fitting for a comedy and a just-right tempo, it’s a dance tune that kids and adults alike can enjoy.

The music video, featuring people dancing and having a blast, is also a must-see.

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Mr WonderfulSMiLE.dk

Mr Wonderful

Mr WonderfulSMiLE.dk

SMiLE.dk is a Swedish idol duo.

Their song “Mr.

Wonderful” is one of the tracks included in the music game Dance Dance Revolution 3rdMIX.

In this game, there are four arrows, and you step according to the directions of those arrows.

As you’d expect from a song featured in a rhythm game, its upbeat sound naturally gets your body moving when you listen.

It might not be very familiar to children today, but it’s a sharp, stylish track, so I recommend it as a dance song!

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Gangnam StylePSY

PSY – GANGNAM STYLE(강남스타일) M/V

Gangnam StylePSY

This song, which captured the hearts of children around the world with its unusual dance and catchy lyrics, was released by PSY as his 18th single.

PSY, a K-pop artist, is a singer, rapper, and producer.

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Wake Me UpAvicii

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

Wake Me UpAvicii

Here is “Wake Me Up,” a song that’s very well-known and extremely popular in Japan.

Released by Avicii in 2013, it features a fresh sound that blends folk music with electronic music.

The upbeat track is complemented by a deep, soulful vocal—really wonderful, isn’t it? It’s packed with techno elements that make it especially perfect for dance.

On top of that, the dynamic phrasing allows for dramatic choreography!

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Never Knew I NeededNe-Yo

Ne-Yo – Never Knew I Needed

Never Knew I NeededNe-Yo

This is a song created for the Disney film The Princess and the Frog.

Released in November 2009, it’s a lovely track that plays over the end credits.

Ne-Yo’s warm vocals gently convey the beauty of unexpected love.

It’s an R&B ballad marked by distinctive drum machine and piano tones, perfectly matching the film’s world.

A music video has also been released, set in Jazz Age New Orleans and filled with homages to scenes from the movie.

As a Disney song, it’s something children can easily become familiar with.

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Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Party In The U.S.A. (Official Video)

Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

Released when Miley, known for the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, was still a teen.

In the music video, Miley shines with a youthful, fresh presence as she sings and dances in Western boots, making it a track you’ll want to use for teen kids’ dance routines and parties.

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