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Children’s dance songs from Western music. Kids’ dance routines perfect for school plays and recitals.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Deputy Editor of RAG MUSICSasashina
Deputy Editor of the web media RAG MUSIC. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. In my student days, I studied broadly at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, covering sound, lighting, and video technology, and acquired skills from comprehensive stage production to the fundamentals of creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, and have consistently built my career on the production side, taking on diverse tasks centered around music. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting in my own way, as well as insights and discoveries from interacting with my kids every day. I hope I can be of help to you, even just a little!

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!

Western children’s dance songs. Kids’ dances for school plays and recitals that they’ll want to perform (11–20)

Uptown FunkMark Ronson

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

Uptown FunkMark Ronson

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!

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ABCThe Jackson 5

Lower elementary school | Demonstration performance of expressive movement and contemporary rhythmic dance

ABCThe Jackson 5

Here’s an upbeat song released by The Jackson 5 in 1970.

The lead vocal is by a young Michael Jackson.

A track by a group made up of younger members seems like it would fit very well as dance music for children.

Even though it’s for kids, the choreography includes hip-hop elements, so it should be fun to dance to for today’s children, who are used to the beats of Western pop.

It’s also delightful to see kids dancing to a song that was made more than half a century ago.

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Permission to DanceBTS

2021 Play Performance: BTS “Permission to Dance” (Middle Kindergarten Class)

Permission to DanceBTS

BTS’s song perfectly matches the energetic vibe of children.

This piece, which celebrates the joy of dancing freely, is a wonderful track that helps nurture self-expression and confidence through dance.

Released in July 2021, it depicts a world full of hope after the pandemic and offers children a bright outlook for the future.

It’s ideal for school performances and recitals, allowing kids to have fun dancing while boosting their self-esteem.

Highly recommended for those looking for a song that brings out children’s smiles and lets everyone enjoy dancing together.

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GirlfriendAvril Lavigne

Cheer-Dragons Kids GIRL FRIEND 2015/11/23

GirlfriendAvril Lavigne

This song features a driving guitar sound and a catchy melody.

Released in February 2007, it served as the lead single from Avril Lavigne’s third album, The Best Damn Thing.

The lyrics candidly express feelings toward a boy who’s dating another girl, conveying a confident attitude.

It became a worldwide hit, reaching No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.

With its bright, energetic pop-punk elements, it’s also popular as a dance song for kids.

It’s a great pick for those who want to dance enthusiastically at school plays or recitals.

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We’re All In This TogetherHigh School Musical Cast

High School Musical Cast – We’re All In This Together (From “High School Musical”)

We're All In This TogetherHigh School Musical Cast

This is the finale song featured in Disney’s High School Musical.

Included on the soundtrack of the 2006 film, it became popular as a youthful anthem sung by the entire cast.

With its bright, poppy sound and lyrics celebrating friendship and unity, it’s the kind of song that boosts your spirits just by listening.

In the movie, it’s used in the climactic scene where students from different groups come together as one, leaving a lasting impression on viewers.

It’s also perfect as a dance song for children to perform at school plays or recitals.

With its energetic vibe, singing and dancing together to this track is sure to create fun, unforgettable memories.

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We Will Rock YouQueen

Queen – We Will Rock You (Official Video)

We Will Rock YouQueen

Queen’s signature rock tune “We Will Rock You” might be an unusual choice for dancing.

Because the handclaps in the song are so distinctive, I think it surpasses most tracks when it comes to creating a sense of unity with the audience.

With solid choreography—and given the song’s strongly messaged lyrics—it could add real power to a dance performance.

The track is built on simple sounds and is extremely famous, so if we assume it’s already familiar to kids today, it could actually be a pretty good pick!

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Foreign pop dance songs for children. Kids’ dance numbers perfect for school performances and recitals (21–30)

What makes you beautifulOne Direction

One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful (Official Video)

What makes you beautifulOne Direction

One Direction’s pop song is perfect for children’s recitals.

Its bright, catchy melody and lyrics expressing affection for someone who doesn’t realize their own worth are striking.

Released in 2011 as their debut single, it’s included on the album Up All Night.

Because of its supportive message for those lacking confidence, it’s recommended for dancing at school events and extracurricular recitals.

It matches kids’ energetic vibe and is popular as a fun song to dance to.

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