10 Songs To Jam Out To With The Kids

‘23,’ Mike WILL Made It feat. Miley Cyrus, Wiz Khalifa & Juicy J

When producer Mike WILL Made It dropped his ‘23’ track, Miley was at the height of being lambasted for her MTV VMA performance with Robin Thicke. Hannah Montana was long gone as the former Disney princess attempted to find herself with an edgier look. Who better to collaborate with than Wiz, Juicy J and Mike WILL, whose ‘23’ resonated with children, that were the most reluctant to let Hannah Montana go.

‘Happy,’ Pharrell Williams

Grammy-winning producer Pharrell Williams hit gold when he added ‘Happy’ to the Despicable Me 2 soundtrack in 2013. The poppy song gets everyone from three-year-olds to adults snapping their fingers to the joyful ditty. This is one you can feel awesome about blasting, whether it’s in the house or the whip.

‘Daydreaming,’ Tess Henley

This airy track from Tess Henley may actually be the most soulful joint on this list. ‘Daydreaming’ is a mid-tempo song that sounds like the first day of spring or the first time you realize you’re falling in love. Remember those days? The 26-year-old up-and-comer from Seattle is on her way already, having opened for neo-soul artists like Jill Scott and Anthony Hamilton. Cop the whole ‘High Heels & Sneakers’ album and jam out even while the kiddos are at school.

‘The Way,’ Ariana Grande feat. Mac Miller

Ignore the fact that Ariana Grande sounds like a carbon sonic copy of Mariah Carey. Your child probably doesn’t even know who Carey is. Blasphemy, we know. But tonight is for the kiddies and they love Grande. Besides this is a really cute song and Pittsburgh rapper Mac Miller’s addition gives it a little bit of extra flyness.

‘Jumping Out the Gym,’ Migos feat. Riff Raff & Trinidad James

This trio hailing from the northside of Atlanta has an insane knack for making a catchy song. Remember ‘Versace’? Even Drake had to hop on that one. ‘Jumping Out the Gym’ showcases the Migos joining up with another couple of hitmakers to include firestarter Trinidad James and Houston native Riff Raff. Let’s face it — your kids will love anything encouraging them to jump.

‘I Want You Back,’ Cher Lloyd

This UK-based triple threat (singer/songwriter/rapper) is sure to inspire your kids to jump out of their seats and pantomime the lyrics to this bouncy song putting some shine on the envy felt when an old beau shows up with their new significant other. Lloyd is guaranteed to make it big in the States with this jam-worthy track.

‘Drop That Nae Nae,’ We Are Toonz

Atlanta-based rap group We Are Toonz are gaining traction in the region with their ‘Drop That Nae Nae’ song. The track has inspired countless versions of the dance, that even the smallest of children love getting down to. Just watch a couple YouTube videos and join in the fun.

‘That’s Not My Name,‘ The Ting Tings

If you wanna inspire some spastic movements from your kids and have a couple laughs while you guys get down, The Ting Tings ‘That’s Not My Name’ is the best option. The British duo dropped this smash hit in 2008 on their ‘We Started Nothing’ LP. Heavy on the synth-punk-rock, this track is one that you and your babies will have a blast getting down to.

‘My Hitta,’ YG feat. Young Jeezy & Rich Homie Quan

This joint here is a winner — no question. Giggle until you’re breathless as your kids imitate Rich Homie Quan’s heavy lilt on the hook. Granted, the explicit version is a bit much but your babies will agree that this is a cool track to vibe to.

‘Collard Greens’ Schoolboy Q feat. Kendrick Lamar

Compton’s own Schoolboy Q doesn’t make too much music for little ears but the first single off his debut LP, Oxymoron is definitely dance-worthy. The minimal beat is bass-heavy and the hook is catchy. Besides, we’re sure Q knew exactly what he was doing, as he has his own little girl at the crib.