It’s lit! Western dance tracks that always kill at school culture festivals

Wake Me UpAvicii

Avicii – Wake Me Up (Official Video)

A song I love so much that when I first heard it, I played it on repeat because it was just that cool! It’s a track that’s practically synonymous with Avicii.

The exhilarating rush of the EDM sound is irresistible and gets me so hyped! And the lyrics, which express the struggle of being lost in life, are exactly the kind of thing worth playing at a school festival! You can feel the wishes of the late artist coming through.

I wish we could have heard more of his music.

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Even so, his masterpieces will live on, right?

HeavenAvicii

Avicii – Heaven (Tribute Video)

A track released after the death of EDM musician Avicii, who passed away in 2018 at the young age of 28.

The image of Avicii smiling and playing an acoustic guitar is especially memorable.

Naturally, the song itself is outstanding, and the beat is incredibly danceable, making it an irresistibly feel-good track you can enjoy without overthinking—just let your body move.

What I Like About You ft. Theresa RexJonas Blue

Jonas Blue – What I Like About You ft. Theresa Rex (Official Video)

Jonas Blue is a producer who’s hugely popular in Japan and keeps delivering global hits.

“What I Like” is a track featuring Jonas Blue and singer Theresa Rex.

With a summery, tropical house-inspired sound, just listening to it puts you in an endless-summer mood.

It’d be perfect to have this song as BGM while doing a little dance.

Beautiful Now ft. Jon BellionZedd

Swift TV commercial “The Answer Is One” 15-second version

This song drew attention as the theme for the SUZUKI Swift commercial.

It’s “Beautiful Now ft.

Jon Bellion” by Zedd, a music producer from Germany.

It’s included on his 2015 album True Colors.

The steadily building energy makes your heart dance, doesn’t it? The lyrics express the happiness of being with the one you love.

My Oh MyAva Max

Ava Max – My Oh My (Official Video)

Ava Max, an American singer-songwriter known as a leading figure in electropop, is often compared to Lady Gaga not only for her catchy musical style but also for her distinctive fashion sense.

Her latest single, released in April 2024, features a cool vibe and danceable rhythm that incorporates the famous 19th-century melody ‘Arabian riff.

‘ It’s a great pick for dance performances at school festivals.

If you’re looking for a dynamic dance number like the one in the music video, be sure to check it out!

GiantCalvin Harris, Rag’n’Bone Man

Calvin Harris, Rag’n’Bone Man – Giant (Lyric Video)

In 2018, Calvin Harris released buzzworthy tracks like “One Kiss” and “Promises.” In 2019, he released this song featuring British singer-songwriter Rag’n’Bone Man on vocals.

His voice—blending elements of hip-hop and blues—adds a human warmth to Calvin’s cool, almost clinical sound.

Boom ClapCharli XCX

Charli XCX – Boom Clap (The Fault In Our Stars Soundtrack) [Official Video]

An impressive electropop number that likens the vibrancy of romance to a pounding heartbeat was released by UK artist Charli XCX in June 2014.

Vividly capturing the feeling of being in love, the track was featured on the soundtrack of The Fault in Our Stars and included on the album Sucker.

It became a major hit, reaching No.

8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and No.

6 on the UK Singles Chart.

With powerful beats and shimmering synths, it portrays the exhilaration and passion of falling in love.

It’s also a highly polished pop tune that can light up the dance floor—perfect for dance performances at school festivals—and an ideal pick for anyone who wants to express the feeling of love with their whole body.