Top 10 Songs for Lyrical Dance: Elevate Your Choreography
Lyrical dance thrives on emotion, storytelling, and fluidity. These handpicked tracks—ranging from haunting ballads to modern anthems—will inspire movement that speaks to the soul.
"Gravity"
Sara Bareilles
A timeless piano-driven ballad about vulnerability and surrender, perfect for slow, weighted movements and emotional release.
"Runaway"
Aurora
Ethereal vocals and a pulsating rhythm create a dreamlike quality, ideal for abstract storytelling and dynamic contrasts.
"Turning Page"
Sleeping at Last
Delicate strings and poetic lyrics make this a go-to for romantic or introspective choreography.
"Breathe Me"
Sia
Raw and intimate, this track amplifies themes of fragility and connection through its crescendoing arrangement.
"The Night We Met"
Lord Huron
A haunting melody about longing and regret, perfect for nostalgic or heartbreak-themed pieces.
"Bloom"
The Paper Kites
Soft acoustic layers evoke growth and transformation, ideal for lyrical flow and organic shapes.
"Unsteady"
X Ambassadors
The emotional weight of this song lends itself to powerful partner work or solos about instability and support.
"Saturn"
SZA
A modern R&B gem with celestial metaphors, great for exploring fluid isolations and lyrical hip-hop fusion.
"Skinny Love"
Birdy
A stripped-down, aching rendition that highlights controlled technique and emotional nuance.
"Arcade"
Duncan Laurence
Eurovision-winning melancholy with a soaring chorus, ideal for dramatic builds and release.
Final Notes
Lyrical dance is about marrying movement to music in a way that feels authentic. Experiment with these tracks, but always let your choreography be guided by the emotion you feel—not just the lyrics. Want more? Explore acoustic covers of pop songs or instrumental versions to add unexpected depth.
