Popular Children's Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]

Live your lifeMIKA36rank/position

Live Your Life – MIKA

It’s a song overflowing with children’s smiles.

Miika’s bright, sunlit voice wraps the heart in warmth, and the energetic rhythm naturally sets your body in motion.

Its message—“Live as your true self”—will surely resonate deeply with children.

Released in May 2013, the track features a poppy, lighthearted style, perfect for dancing at school plays or recitals.

If everyone joins hands, forms a circle, and dances together, it will surely become a wonderful memory.

A heartwarming piece loved by children all around the world.

Uptown FunkMark Ronson37rank/position

Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars – Uptown Funk / Kids Dance Performance

It’s a poppy, catchy song that’s perfect for kids to dance to.

This collaboration between Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars was released in 2014 and became a huge hit worldwide.

The confident lyrics and rhythmic music match the energetic vibe of children.

Having won numerous awards, including the 2015 Brit Awards and the Grammys, this song is ideal for school performances and recitals.

It’s fun to dance to, so I’m sure the kids will dance their hearts out!

SugarMaroon 538rank/position

𝑺𝒖𝒈𝒂𝒓 (𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒐𝒐𝒏 5) / Pun Choreography / Urban Choreography Beginner Dance Class

With its sweet vocals and slightly hazy sound, this romantic track is “Sugar.” It was released in 2015 by the American pop band Maroon 5.

It’s a stylish, sugary love song that compares love to sugar, and it’s also a wedding classic.

Unlike other staple dance tracks, this song isn’t particularly fast in tempo.

That’s why even younger children can enjoy learning the choreography.

It’s perfect not only for dance recitals but also for school performances.

moves like jaggerMaroon 5 & Christina aguilera39rank/position

Maroon 5 – Moves Like Jagger ft. Christina Aguilera (Official Music Video) ft. Christina Aguilera

This song is characterized by a lively rhythm and captivating melody.

The lyrics, which embody confidence and charisma like Mick Jagger, are striking and express the freedom of self-expression and a spirit of challenge.

Released in June 2011, it became a smash hit that defined the summer.

Included on the album “Hands All Over,” it also drew attention on the TV show The Voice.

It’s a perfect track for energetic kids to dance to at school performances or recitals.

With its bright, pop vibe, it will boost their excitement and get them dancing happily.

Better When I’m Dancin’Meghan Trainor40rank/position

Meghan Trainor – Better When I’m Dancin’ (Official Video)

This is a song by American singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor, performed as the theme for “The Peanuts Movie.” The music video, featuring Meghan, people of all ages, and 3D Snoopy characters dancing to a lively beat, is heartwarming.

With its sunlit sound and fun rhythm, it’s perfect as a dance song for children.

ThrillerMichael Jackson41rank/position

Michael Jackson – Thriller (Official 4K Video)

It’s one of Michael Jackson’s masterpieces, showcasing his genius-level talents in both singing and dancing.

Instruments like synthesizers and saxophone elevate the track, and you can fully appreciate Michael’s soaring, magnificent vocals.

The dance sequence in the music video, where Michael turns into a zombie and dances with other zombies, is truly captivating.

It looks like it would be a lot of fun to dress up and dance with kids at a Halloween party.

Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus42rank/position

Miley Cyrus – Party In The U.S.A. (Official Video)

Released when Miley, known for the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, was still a teen.

In the music video, Miley shines with a youthful, fresh presence as she sings and dances in Western boots, making it a track you’ll want to use for teen kids’ dance routines and parties.