28 Best Songs for Your Next Pom Routine: Top Picks for Perfect Performances

Ready to elevate your pom routines to the next level? Finding the perfect soundtrack is key, and that's why we've compiled this ultimate list of the best songs for pom routines. From high-energy tracks that will pump up your team and the crowd to more nuanced selections that allow for intricate choreography, the right music can transform a good routine into a breathtaking performance. Choosing the right music isn't just about finding catchy tunes; it’s about selecting songs that perfectly complement the emotion and movement of your routine, enhancing the overall impact and memorability. Whether you're a seasoned poms team or just starting out, the right music can dramatically improve your score and your audience engagement. So ditch the generic playlists and discover the perfect musical accompaniment for your next competition—your audience (and your judges) will thank you!

28 Best Songs for Your Next Pom Routine: Top Picks for Perfect Performances
SongArtistAlbumListens
1. Uptown Funk Mark Ronson
Bruno Mars
Uptown Special 5B+
2. Sugar Maroon 5 V 4B+
3. Roar Katy Perry PRISM 4B+
4. Party Rock Anthem LMFAO 2B+
5. Wake Me Up Avicii True 2B+
6. Just the Way You Are Bruno Mars Doo-Wops & Hooligans 2B+
7. CAN'T STOP THE FEELING! Justin Timberlake Come Into My Life (The Album) 2B+

1. Uptown Funk (Uptown Special)

Uptown Funk

Artist: Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars

Upbeat Tempo and Rhythm: The infectious, driving rhythm of "Uptown Funk" provides a perfect energetic backdrop for dynamic pom routines, easily syncing with jumps, leaps, and fast-paced choreography.

Strong Vocal Hooks: Bruno Mars' powerful vocals and catchy hooks are incredibly motivating and easy to follow, helping maintain a consistent energy level throughout a performance.

Memorable Groove: The song's funky bassline and overall groove are instantly recognizable and inherently fun, making it a crowd-pleaser and a great choice for boosting performance energy and creating a memorable pom routine.

Uptown Funk - Mark Ronson,Bruno Mars

2. Sugar (Maroon 5)

Upbeat Tempo: Sugar's infectious beat and driving rhythm provide a fantastic foundation for dynamic pom routines, offering a strong pulse to match energetic movements.

Memorable Melody: The catchy chorus and simple, yet effective melody are easily learned and remembered, making it ideal for synchronized choreography and audience engagement.

Vocal Dynamics: Adam Levine's powerful vocals offer opportunities for both powerful and softer movements within a pom routine, allowing for dynamic expression.

Sugar - Maroon 5

3. Roar (PRISM)

Tempo and Rhythm: Roar boasts a powerful, driving beat perfect for dynamic pom routines, providing a strong rhythmic foundation for complex choreography.

Vocal Energy: Katy Perry's passionate vocals are incredibly motivating and easy to project, ensuring the energy translates well to a performance setting.

Anthemic Quality: The song's uplifting and empowering message resonates with the confidence and spirit of pom routines, creating a high-impact performance.

Roar - Katy Perry

4. Party Rock Anthem (LMFAO)

Upbeat Tempo and Rhythm: Party Rock Anthem boasts an irresistible, high-energy beat perfectly suited for the dynamic movements of pom routines. The driving rhythm naturally lends itself to sharp, precise choreography.

Memorable Hook and Chant-Along Lyrics: Its catchy hook and simple, repetitive lyrics are easy for a team to learn and perform synchronously, creating a powerful and unified effect during a performance.

High Energy and Excitement: The song's overall vibe is infectious, generating excitement and enthusiasm both for the performers and the audience, contributing to a dynamic and engaging pom routine.

Party Rock Anthem - LMFAO

5. Wake Me Up (True - 2025)

Upbeat Tempo: Wake Me Up boasts a driving, relentlessly positive tempo perfect for maintaining momentum during your Pomodoro session. Its consistent energy prevents distraction and keeps you focused.

Catchy Melody: The instantly recognizable melody is both uplifting and easily memorable, helping you stay engaged without mental strain. You'll find yourself naturally syncing with the beat.

Motivational Vibe: Avicii's signature blend of electronic and pop creates an overwhelmingly positive and motivational atmosphere, ideal for boosting productivity and pushing through challenging tasks.

Wake Me Up - Avicii

6. Just the Way You Are (Bruno Mars - 2025)

Tempo and Rhythm: "Just the Way You Are" boasts a mid-tempo groove perfect for building momentum in a pom routine, offering a steady beat that's both energetic and controlled.

Vocal Melody: Bruno Mars' smooth vocals and the song's catchy melody are easily memorable and motivating, providing a strong emotional anchor for your performance.

Emotional Impact: The upbeat yet romantic vibe creates a positive and engaging atmosphere, helping to convey confidence and joy during your routine.

Just the Way You Are - Bruno Mars

7. CAN'T STOP THE FEELING! (Justin Timberlake - 2025)

Upbeat Tempo: CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!'s infectious rhythm and driving beat provide a fantastic foundation for dynamic pom routines, offering plenty of opportunities for high-energy choreography.

Vocal Hooks: Justin Timberlake's powerful and catchy vocals create memorable moments perfect for audience engagement and synchronization with dance moves.

Positive Energy: The song's overall joyful and uplifting vibe will boost both the performers' and the audience's spirits, creating a truly energetic performance.

CAN'T STOP THE FEELING! - Justin Timberlake

8. What Makes You Beautiful (2011)

What Makes You Beautiful - One Direction

Upbeat Tempo: The song's relentlessly cheerful tempo and driving beat provide excellent rhythmic support for a Pomodoro routine, keeping energy levels high and maintaining focus.

Catchy Melody: Its incredibly catchy and memorable melody is less likely to cause distraction than more complex or experimental music, allowing for sustained concentration.

Positive Energy: The overall positive and uplifting vibe makes it an ideal choice for boosting motivation and creating a productive atmosphere during your work sessions.

What Makes You Beautiful - One Direction

9. Firework (Katy Perry - 2025)

Upbeat Tempo: Firework boasts a driving beat and a powerful rhythm perfect for dynamic pom routines, providing a strong foundation for energetic choreography.

Anthemic Quality: The soaring vocals and uplifting lyrics create a sense of empowerment and triumph, ideal for conveying a message of strength and determination in a performance.

Memorable Hook: The instantly recognizable chorus is easily chanted and will resonate with audiences, helping to build excitement and engagement during your pom routine.

Firework - Katy Perry

10. Happy (2013)

Upbeat Tempo: Happy boasts a relentlessly positive and undeniably catchy tempo, perfect for maintaining energy throughout a high-impact routine.

Infectious Melody: The instantly recognizable melody and simple, repetitive structure make it easy to memorize and coordinate with complex movements.

Positive Vibes: Pharrell Williams' iconic vocal delivery perfectly encapsulates the joyful energy needed for a successful pom routine, boosting both performer and audience spirits.

Happy - Pharrell Williams
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