Lovely children's song

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!

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

Gangnam StylePSY

PSY – GANGNAM STYLE(강남스타일) M/V

Gangnam StylePSY

This song, which captured the hearts of children around the world with its unusual dance and catchy lyrics, was released by PSY as his 18th single.

PSY, a K-pop artist, is a singer, rapper, and producer.

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hey yaOutKast

Outkast – Hey Ya! (Official HD Video)

hey yaOutKast

It’s a poppy, rhythmic song that’s perfect for kids.

Released in 2003, it became a massive hit worldwide.

Written by André 3000, the song pairs a bright, fun melody with a portrayal of the complexities of modern romantic relationships.

It appears on the album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below and received high acclaim, including a Grammy Award.

The music video, reminiscent of the Beatles’ Ed Sullivan Show appearance, sparked a lot of buzz.

It’s an ideal track for school plays or recitals, great for dancing.

With its energetic vibe, it’s sure to get kids excited.

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Live your lifeMIKA

Live Your Life – MIKA

Live your lifeMIKA

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.

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Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

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

Party In The U.S.A.Miley Cyrus

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.

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Get the party startedP!nk

Vietsub+Lyric+Engsub+Kara][MV] Get The Party Started Pink [HD] YouTube

Get the party startedP!nk

This is a song by Pink, an American singer-songwriter who is extremely popular with children.

It was released in October 2001 as the lead single from the album Missundaztood.

The lyrics depict the process of getting ready for a party, and combined with the up-tempo melody, they spark children’s curiosity.

The confident protagonist encourages kids to value their own individuality.

It’s a perfect track for dances at school plays and recitals.

With its bright, energetic sound, it’s sure to bring smiles to children’s faces.

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Never Knew I NeededNe-Yo

Ne-Yo – Never Knew I Needed

Never Knew I NeededNe-Yo

This is a song created for the Disney film The Princess and the Frog.

Released in November 2009, it’s a lovely track that plays over the end credits.

Ne-Yo’s warm vocals gently convey the beauty of unexpected love.

It’s an R&B ballad marked by distinctive drum machine and piano tones, perfectly matching the film’s world.

A music video has also been released, set in Jazz Age New Orleans and filled with homages to scenes from the movie.

As a Disney song, it’s something children can easily become familiar with.

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Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe

Call Me MaybeCarly Rae Jepsen

This is Carly’s poppy, cute-sounding song that shot to fame in Japan as well.

It also made headlines when many celebrities created their own original music videos to it.

It can be used perfectly as a dance track for kids.

In particular, it’s a perfect fit for the youthful sparkle of younger generations like junior high and high school students, so why not give it a try?

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