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!

Playlist

Children’s dance songs from Western music. Kids’ dance routines perfect for school plays and recitals.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Baby ft. LudacrisJustin Bieber		A high-difficulty-to-dance love song
2	hey Mickylolly		Lively dance with 'Hey Mickey!'
3	ProblemAriana Grande		Ariana's songs are perfect for dance recitals.
4	MotherMeghan Trainor		Children's Empowerment Song
5	fire workKaty Perry		Katy Perry’s cheer song “Firework”
6	Say SoDoja Cat		Doja Cat is extremely popular on TikTok
7	Friend Like MeDisney		Children's dance recital with songs from Disney movies
8	Beauty And A BeatJustin Bieber		A dance song by Bieber and Minaj
9	Hot N ColdKaty Perry		Katie dances and sings a pop song
10	TiK ToKKe$ha		Kesha’s TikTok is a staple dance track
11	SOSRihanna		Rihanna’s signature dance-pop song from 2006
12	SugarMaroon 5		Maroon 5’s sweet love song, a wedding classic
13	SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire		Signature songs of Earth, Wind & Fire
14	Cake By The OceanDNCE		Let's dance pop to DNCE's dance track
15	GirlfriendAvril Lavigne		Pop punk with striking guitar and melody
16	Uptown FunkMark Ronson		Mark and Bruno's smash hit song
17	Permission to DanceBTS		Fostering children’s self-expression and confidence through BTS songs
18	ABCThe Jackson 5		A children's dance song by the Jackson 5
19	We’re All In This TogetherHigh School Musical Cast		A youth anthem celebrating friendship and unity
20	We Will Rock YouQueen		A clap-along rock song by Queen that unites the audience
21	Live your lifeMIKA		The importance of children living true to themselves
22	What makes you beautifulOne Direction		The one-die piece is for the recital.
23	CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake		Justin's fun dance song
24	Mr WonderfulSMiLE.dk		Introduce SMiLE.dk’s dance songs
25	Gangnam StylePSY		PSY’s 18th single
26	Wake Me UpAvicii		The popular song Wake Me Up composed by Avicii
27	Never Knew I NeededNe-Yo		Theme song of The Princess and the Frog
28	Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus		Miley’s youthful dance track from her teen years
29	Get the party startedP!nk		A song by Pink that depicts getting ready for a party
30	Dancing queenABBA		ABBA’s signature songs, disco-style and easy to dance to
31	Shake It OffTaylor Swift		Girl dance to a Taylor Swift song
32	hey yaOutKast		A children’s pop song released in 2003
33	Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen		Carly's pop and cute song is trending
34	I’m In Love With a MonsterFifth Harmony		Fifth Harmony's movie theme song
35	good feelingFlo Rida		A bright, poppy, kid-friendly smash hit song
36	Mmm Yeah ft. PitbullAustin Mahone		Austin's new song dance is a must-see
37	Wanna beSpice Girls		The Spice Girls' worldwide hit song
38	Ob-la-di Ob-la-daThe Beatles		A fun, dance-style classic by the Beatles
39	hands upBlack Lace		Black Lace, made famous with Agadoo
40	moves like jaggerMaroon 5 & Christina aguilera		A catchy, upbeat summer smash hit
41	Walk this wayAerosmith		Let's dance to Aerosmith's classic song
42	jump upByron Lee		Byron, a Jamaican musician
43	Bang Bang ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki MinajJessie J ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj		A collaboration song by three female singers
44	Its my partyJessie J		A song by Jessie J. Perfect for kids' dance.
45	Poker FaceLady Gaga		Lady Gaga’s worldwide hit song from 2008
46	you should be dancingBee Gees		The Bee Gees’ dance music appeals to everyone.
47	kang fu fightingCarl Douglas		Carl Douglas in a 1970s funk style
48	Father AbrahamKids on the Move		Abraham’s Children is a fun nursery rhyme dance song
49	Saturday nightWhigfield		Dance song by a Danish female artist
50	DynamiteBTS		A dynamic, disco-style cheer song by BTS
51	APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars		Rosé and Bruno's pop tune
52	don’t stop movingS club 7		A pop dance song released in 2001
53	Hey MickeySweet California		A sweet love song, energetic and bright
54	Ooh La LaBritney Spears		Theme song of the Smurfs movie, children's music
55	CandyRobbie Williams		Robby thrives as a singer-actor
56	Who SaysSelena Gomez & The Scene		An encouraging song from Selena’s teen years
57	24K MagicBruno Mars		Sparkling songs by Bruno Mars
58	ThrillerMichael Jackson		Michael's classic 'Zombie Dance'
59	HappyPharrell Williams		Pharrell Williams’s happy global hit song
60	You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a SmileSia		The theme song of the musical film Annie sung by Sia
61	Can We DanceThe Vamps		The Vamps' debut single
62	ShowerBecky G		A catchy pop song that brightly expresses the exhilaration of love
63	I will surviveGloria Gaynor		A 70s disco song covered by multiple artists
64	Party Rock Anthem ft. Lauren Bennett, GoonRockLMFAO		LMFAO’s signature songs perfect for parties
65	Better When I’m Dancin’Meghan Trainor		Meghan Trainor's Snoopy movie theme song
66	go westPet Shop Boys		A 1993 release by Pet Shop Boys
67	Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)Backstreet Boys		Introduction to Backstreet Boys' Halloween songs
68	Peanut butter Jelly timeChip man & buckwheat boyz		A famous song praising peanut butter
69	BurnEllie Goulding		Ellie's upbeat cheer song
70	Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)Shakira		Shakira’s official theme song for the 2010 World Cup