25 Best Songs to Sign in ASL: A Playlist for Beginners & Beyond

Updated at: 14/05/2025

This isn't about a specific artist, band, or album, but rather a collection of songs perfectly suited for American Sign Language interpretation. The beauty of music lies in its universal ability to connect, and signing these songs adds another layer of expressiveness. This list celebrates the power of visual storytelling through song, bringing together tracks that lend themselves beautifully to the fluidity and emotion of ASL. Think of the powerful imagery inherent in songs that evoke strong feelings—the soaring vocals conveying immense emotion, perfect for visual translation, the rhythmic beats that translate into dynamic hand movements.

From anthems of self-acceptance to upbeat celebrations of individuality, this selection offers a range of moods and styles. Each song has been carefully chosen for its strong visual potential, allowing signers to fully embody the lyrics and create a captivating performance. Whether you're an experienced signer looking for new material or simply appreciate the artistry of translating music into sign, this list promises a journey through a diverse collection of songs that resonate on both an auditory and visual level. Prepare to experience familiar favorites in a whole new light, showcasing the incredible versatility and emotional depth of music interpreted through the expressive language of ASL.

  • Rolling in the Deep
    1

    Rolling in the Deep

    Adele

    2010

    21

  • Just the Way You Are
    2

    Just the Way You Are

    Bruno Mars

    2011

    Doo-Wops & Hooligans

  • Firework
    3

    Firework

    Katy Perry

    2010

    Teenage Dream: The Complete Confection

  • Where Is The Love?
    4

    Where Is The Love?

    Black Eyed Peas

    2003

    Elephunk

  • Party In The U.S.A
    5

    Party In The U.S.A

    Miley Cyrus

    2009

    The Time Of Our Lives

  • Pump It
    6

    Pump It

    Black Eyed Peas

    2006

    Monkey Business

  • TiK ToK
    7

    TiK ToK

    Kesha

    2009

    Animal (Expanded Edition)

  • Fight Song
    8

    Fight Song

    Rachel Platten

    2015

    Wildfire

  • Iris
    9

    Iris

    Goo Goo Dolls

    1998

  • Sex on Fire
    10

    Sex on Fire

    Kings of Leon

    2008

    Only By The Night

  • Fireflies
    11

    Fireflies

    Owl City

    2009

    Ocean Eyes

  • Let It Go
    12

    Let It Go

    Idina Menzel

    2013

  • One Headlight
    13

    One Headlight

    The Wallflowers

    1996

  • American Idiot
    14

    American Idiot

    Green Day

    2004

    American Idiot

  • Lucky
    15

    Lucky

    Jason Mraz,Colbie Caillat

    2008

    We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things.

  • A Whole New World
    16

    A Whole New World

    Various Artists

    1992

  • American Honey
    17

    American Honey

    Lady Antebellum

    2010

  • I Can Only Imagine
    18

    I Can Only Imagine

    Various Artists

    2001

  • This Is The Day
    19

    This Is The Day

    Planetshakers

    2010

  • So Happy I Could Die
    20

    So Happy I Could Die

    Lady Gaga

    2009

  • Soon We'll Be Found
    21

    Soon We'll Be Found

    Sia

    2010

  • Here I Am to Worship
    22

    Here I Am to Worship

    Various Artists

    2001

  • Black Roses
    23

    Black Roses

    Trey Songz

    2010

  • I Like Big Butts
    24

    I Like Big Butts

    Sir Mix-A-Lot

    1992

  • Give Me Your Hand
    25

    Give Me Your Hand

    The Ready Set

    2010