Children’s dance songs from Western music. Kids’ dance routines perfect for school plays and recitals.
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!
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Foreign pop dance songs for children. Kids’ dance numbers perfect for school performances and recitals (21–30)
Get the party startedP!nk
This is a song by Pink, an American singer-songwriter who is extremely popular with children.
It was released in October 2001 as the lead single from the album Missundaztood.
The lyrics depict the process of getting ready for a party, and combined with the up-tempo melody, they spark children’s curiosity.
The confident protagonist encourages kids to value their own individuality.
It’s a perfect track for dances at school plays and recitals.
With its bright, energetic sound, it’s sure to bring smiles to children’s faces.
Dancing queenABBA
It’s one of ABBA’s signature songs, released in 1976, and they’re known for many upbeat dance tunes.
It’s been played in various places—especially in the media—right up to the present day, so many young people have probably heard it.
In the music video, the members themselves are dancing, but there isn’t any set choreography; it’s more of a freestyle, disco-like approach where you move your body freely, so the choreography becomes important.
Since it has a disco feel, it’s a song that even children can dance to easily by keeping the tempo.
Western children's dance songs. Kids' dance for recitals and performances (31–40)
Shake It OffTaylor Swift
It’s one of Taylor Swift’s famous songs, which is also hugely popular in Japan.
Taylor is known for her great fashion sense and cute looks, and she has many young female fans, so it’s perfect for a girls’ dance number.
If you take inspiration from the outfits Taylor wears in the music video—like cheerleader or ballerina costumes—it’ll be even more exciting and sure to be fun for everyone.
You can just picture kids dancing their hearts out, right?
hey yaOutKast
It’s a poppy, rhythmic song that’s perfect for kids.
Released in 2003, it became a massive hit worldwide.
Written by André 3000, the song pairs a bright, fun melody with a portrayal of the complexities of modern romantic relationships.
It appears on the album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below and received high acclaim, including a Grammy Award.
The music video, reminiscent of the Beatles’ Ed Sullivan Show appearance, sparked a lot of buzz.
It’s an ideal track for school plays or recitals, great for dancing.
With its energetic vibe, it’s sure to get kids excited.
Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen
This is Carly’s poppy, cute-sounding song that shot to fame in Japan as well.
It also made headlines when many celebrities created their own original music videos to it.
It can be used perfectly as a dance track for kids.
In particular, it’s a perfect fit for the youthful sparkle of younger generations like junior high and high school students, so why not give it a try?
I’m In Love With a MonsterFifth Harmony
This is the theme song for the children’s movie Hotel Transylvania 2, sung by Fifth Harmony back when they were still a five-member group.
In the music video, each member belts out in front of a monster, giving it a slightly spooky vibe, but both the Fifth Harmony members and the monsters have a certain charm that makes you chuckle.
It looks fun to dance along playfully to the upbeat track, just like the girls and the monsters.
good feelingFlo Rida
It’s a perfect song for energetic kids.
Set to a rhythmic, catchy melody, it sings about feeling positive.
The phrase “Sometimes I get a good feeling I never, never, never had before” is repeated, expressing a sense of accomplishment and confidence.
Released in August 2011, it became a worldwide hit, reaching No.
3 on the U.S.
Billboard Hot 100 and No.
1 on the U.K.
charts.
It’s been used in the trailer for the movie Wreck-It Ralph and on the TV show iZombie.
Highly recommended for those who want to dance at school plays or recitals.
With its bright, poppy vibe, it’s sure to get kids excited.