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

BoyfriendMabel

Mabel – Boyfriend

Mabel is a singer-songwriter from the UK.

In 2019, she achieved the highest sales among female artists in the UK, and she is now recognized as a globally successful British artist.

Her hit song “Boyfriend,” released in 2020, became popular for its track incorporating trendy tropical house elements and its cool vocals.

It also suits popping and locking, so I highly recommend it!

Work from Home ft. Ty Dolla $ignFifth Harmony

Fifth Harmony – Work from Home (Official Video) ft. Ty Dolla $ign

This is the definitive dance-pop anthem delivered by American girl group Fifth Harmony.

Rooted in R&B while deftly weaving in elements of trap and tropical house, this mid-tempo track strikes a perfect balance with its rhythmic beat and catchy melodies.

Released in February 2016 as the lead single from the album 7/27, it peaked at No.

4 on the U.

S.

Billboard Hot 100—an impressive feat that marked the first Top 5 entry by a girl group in a decade.

With simple yet striking dance steps and tightly synchronized five-part harmonies, it’s perfect for a school festival dance performance.

Its easy-to-dance tempo and crowd-pleasing melodic lines are sure to whip the entire venue into a frenzy.

I Heart YouBaby Ariel

Baby Ariel – “I Heart You” (Official Lyric Video)

She has a large following on TikTok and YouTube, and despite her young age, she’s gaining attention online as an influencer.

In 2016, she won a Teens’ Choice Award and contributed to anti-bullying campaigns, and the way she works beyond the boundaries of music really gives the impression of a next-generation artist, doesn’t it?

bad guyBillie Eilish

Billie Eilish – bad guy

Billie Eilish’s “bad guy” is perfect for pop dance and animation dance.

It’s not uptempo, so it doesn’t suit light, snappy styles of locking or breakdancing.

However, the bassline is very pronounced, making it ideal for styles where calm and explosive movements intermingle, such as certain types of locking and animation dance.

It will look great as a solo, but tracks with this kind of strong groove really shine when performed by a group to create a sense of unity.

I’m So Hotmomoland

[MV] MOMOLAND(모모랜드) _ I’m So Hot

This is an interesting track by the Korean idol dance group MOMOLAND, featuring a stylish, jazzy sound.

It also has original, easy-to-copy choreography, and if everyone dances together, it’s sure to draw attention from the whole school—a super cute number.

Get some cool outfits ready, do your makeup cutely, and dance with energy and fun—this is the perfect song for it.

VIDA LOCABlack Eyed Peas, Nicky Jam, Tyga

Black Eyed Peas, Nicky Jam, Tyga – VIDA LOCA (Official Music Video)

The Black Eyed Peas, a hip-hop/mixture group that has been churning out global hits with their distinctive sound.

Released in the summer of 2020, “VIDA LOCA” has a Latin flair, as the title suggests.

The track is actually based on MC Hammer’s “U Can’t Touch This,” but it’s arranged with such a strong reggae vibe that you almost don’t notice the source.

It’s a laid-back track with a curious kind of addictiveness, so why not use it as a dance number for a school cultural festival?

I’m Good (Blue)David Guetta & Bebe Rexha

David Guetta & Bebe Rexha – I’m Good (Blue) [Official Music Video]

I’m Good (Blue) is a release by French DJ and music producer David Guetta and New York–born pop singer Bebe Rexha.

It’s a remake of Eiffel 65’s 1999 smash hit Blue (Da Ba Dee).

Shortly after its release, it shot to No.

1 on the UK charts and became a hot topic in the dance music scene.

Chances are you’ve heard it at least once.

It’s also hugely popular on TikTok, making it a great recommendation for school festivals where students take center stage.