26 Killer Dance Competition Songs: Your Ultimate Playlist

Choosing the perfect music for a dance competition is crucial; it sets the tone, dictates the choreography, and ultimately, captivates the audience. This isn't just about selecting any catchy tune; it's about finding tracks that resonate with both the dancer and the judges, blending energy and artistry. To help you navigate this crucial step, we’ve compiled a list of songs that span various genres and eras, each selected for its dynamic rhythm, memorable melodies, and undeniable danceability. From infectious pop anthems that effortlessly move the body to more emotionally resonant tracks that allow for nuanced expression, this curated collection celebrates the power of music to enhance movement and ignite passion. We hope this list inspires your next performance, helping you to create a truly unforgettable routine.

This selection isn't just a random assortment of popular songs; it's a testament to the enduring power of music to transcend trends and connect with people on a visceral level. Whether you prefer the smooth grooves of a soulful track, the driving beat of an EDM anthem, or the infectious energy of pop perfection, this list offers a diverse range of options, each guaranteed to elevate your dance to a new level. The artists represented here, though spanning different backgrounds and styles, share a common thread: a mastery of crafting music that compels movement and ignites the imagination. Discover the songs that will define your next dance competition triumph.

  • Shape of You
    1

    Shape of You

    Ed Sheeran

    2017

    ÷ (Deluxe)

  • Uptown Funk
    2

    Uptown Funk

    Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

    2014

  • Wake Me Up
    3

    Wake Me Up

    Avicii

    2013

    True

  • Titanium
    4

    Titanium

    David Guetta ft. Sia

    2011

  • CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!
    5

    CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!

    Justin Timberlake

    2016

    TROLLS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

  • Billie Jean
    6

    Billie Jean

    Michael Jackson

    1982

    Thriller

  • Firework
    7

    Firework

    Katy Perry

    2010

    Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection

  • Happy
    8

    Happy

    Pharrell Williams

    2013

    G I R L

  • Old Town Road
    9

    Old Town Road

    Billy Ray Cyrus,Lil Nas X

    2019

  • Levitating
    10

    Levitating

    Dua Lipa ft. DaBaby

    2020

  • Blinding Lights
    11

    Blinding Lights

    The Weeknd

    2019

    After Hours

  • Don't Start Now
    12

    Don't Start Now

    Dua Lipa

    2019

    Future Nostalgia

  • Stronger
    13

    Stronger

    Kanye West

    2007

    Graduation

  • I Wanna Dance with Somebody
    14

    I Wanna Dance with Somebody

    Whitney Houston

    1987

    Whitney

  • Watermelon Sugar
    15

    Watermelon Sugar

    Harry Styles

    2019

    Fine Line

  • I Want to Know What Love Is
    16

    I Want to Know What Love Is

    Foreigner

    1985

    Agent Provocateur

  • Let It Go
    17

    Let It Go

    Idina Menzel

    2013

  • Feeling Good
    18

    Feeling Good

    Michael Bublé

    2010

    It's Time

  • Starlight
    19

    Starlight

    Muse

    2012

  • Rock Your Body
    20

    Rock Your Body

    Justin Timberlake

    2002

    Justified

  • Savage Love
    21

    Savage Love

    Jason Derulo,Jawsh 685

    2020

    Get Weird (Expanded Edition)

  • Superstition
    22

    Superstition

    Stevie Wonder

    1972

    Talking Book

  • Dynamite
    23

    Dynamite

    Taio Cruz

    2010

    Too Rye Ay

  • I Will Survive
    24

    I Will Survive

    Gloria Gaynor

    1978

    Future Bound

  • I Love Rock 'n' Roll
    25

    I Love Rock 'n' Roll

    Joan Jett , the Blackhearts

    1981

  • Dangerous
    26

    Dangerous

    Michael Jackson

    1991