Hype it up! Western songs to rock your school festival
At school festivals and cultural festivals, there are regional differences, but many schools play background music.
Of course, you can play Japanese songs, but some might feel that Western music is better since the lyrics are less distracting.
So this time, we’ve selected Western songs that can liven up a school or cultural festival!
From timeless classics to the latest hits, we’ve picked a wide range.
We’ve also chosen some stylish tracks, so you should find songs that fit even a calm, café-style booth.
Be sure to check them out.
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Heat it up! Western songs that hype up cultural and school festivals (141–150)
Look At Her NowSelena Gomez

You can enjoy Selena Gomez’s best performance with this song, “Look At Her Now.” The song, the dance, and the fashion are all top-notch.
If you could recreate this high level at a school or cultural festival, it would be truly impressive.
With costumes, set pieces, and lighting, it’s a dance number that offers endless possibilities for creative staging once you get started.
It would be wonderful to even take on the ultimate challenge of performing the vocals as well.
You Really Got MeThe Kinks

If there isn’t much time before the school festival and you don’t have enough time to practice with your band members, I think it’s fine to stick with just this one song instead of choosing a difficult one.
There are more and more young people who don’t know The Kinks, but this song is a wonderful track that’s said to be the origin of rock.
LET’S GOwill.i.am, J Balvin

The energetic vibe is irresistible.
The collaboration track by will.
i.
am and J Balvin has a danceable finish, but I hear it’s themed around F1, and that contrast is really interesting.
You can feel Latin rhythms with house-like elements, so it might be perfect as a dance number for a school festival.
Released in October 2023, this is said to be will.
i.
am’s first solo work in about ten years.
Its uplifting, dance-inducing melody is a major draw.
It also carries a positive message, so definitely check it out.
Watch This (Pluggnb Remix)Lil Uzi Vert

Lil Uzi Vert, a rapper who began attracting attention in the late 2010s.
After collaborating with rapper Future in 2019, he didn’t make many big waves, but he’s finally dropped a major tune recently: “Watch This (Pluggnb Remix).” It’s a viral hit on TikTok right now, so students might recognize it.
Its inventive production and wide-ranging flows create a melody that fits perfectly with the vibe of school festivals and cultural festivals, so be sure to check it out.
Naatu NaatuNTR, Ram Charan, Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Olivia Morris, Samuthirakani, Alison Doody, Ray Stevenson

This work is characterized by its powerful rhythm and captivating dance number.
The lyrics, which depict young people gathering to dance along with the sounds of traditional instruments, leave a strong impression.
Released as part of the soundtrack for the 2022 film RRR, it won Best Original Song at both the Academy Awards and the Golden Globes in 2023, creating a global sensation.
The dynamic performances by NTR and Ram Charan are also highlights.
With its catchy beat that makes your body move instinctively, it’s an addictive track—perfect for festivals, school fairs, and any scene where everyone wants to get pumped up!
ChandelierSia

How about Sia’s “Chandelier,” which became famous in Japan thanks to a commercial? Many people might not recognize the intro, but once the chorus hits, they’ll definitely go, “Oh, this one!” Its catchy and straightforward structure makes it perfect as background music for stage performances or for karaoke competitions.
Give it a try!
LoserBeck

Even if it’s a school festival live show, not everyone will be in a band.
There are probably singer-songwriter types who perform solo as well.
In that case, someone like Beck would be a good recommendation.
He has a unique talent and can sing with just an acoustic guitar, so covering his songs should be relatively easy.






