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10 Songs Perfect For A Kid's First Lyrical Dance

Some of my favorite songs for kids to do lyrical routines to

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10 Songs Perfect For A Kid's First Lyrical Dance

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I've been a dance teacher and choreographer for over 4 years now and one of the biggest things I've learned is that it is very difficult to find a lyrical song for young dancers. You don't want a song that's too emotionally mature, but you also don't want a song that's too babyish and cheesy. A choreographer needs to find a happy medium. Here I've compiled a list of 10 of my favorite lyrical songs for children.

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These Chick Flicks Will Never Get Old

I think about the movie ‘Sleepover’ at least ten times a day

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Hailey Hastings

Listen, I am a simple gal, I just want to watch rom-coms or teen movies, or both, in peace and be able to write about how much I love Justin Long.

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13 Songs To Listen To When You Need A Mood Booster

"Don't Take The Money" really made me fall in love with the band and the whole vibe that they project. It's a great song to listen to on a long drive or when you want to sing your heart out.

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13 Songs To Listen To When You Need A Mood Booster

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Everyone has those days (or weeks) where they're feeling down in the dumps and for me, one of the ways I can get out of that rut is by listening to some songs that make me want to dance or sing along. Here are 15 songs to listen to when you've caught a case of the blues.

1. "Don't Take The Money" by The Bleachers

The Bleachers are such an underrated band and they have made some serious bangers, especially this one. "Don't Take The Money" really made me fall in love with the band and the whole vibe that they project. It's a great song to listen to on a long drive or when you want to sing your heart out. The music video is also super quirky.

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19 Snow Day Activities That Don't Involve Netflix

Don't spend your snow day behind a screen!

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19 Snow Day Activities That Don't Involve Netflix

Netanya Brittain

Snow days provide endless opportunities, opportunities that often go down the drain in favor of extra screen time. Here are 19 alternatives that you just might enjoy more.

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The Ultimate Valentine's Day Playlist

What is life without a soundtrack? Here are 50 songs that are guaranteed to put you in a good mood this Valentine's Day and every day thereafter.

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What is life without a soundtrack? I've put together a playlist of songs that will make you smile and dance all day long. No matter what type of music you prefer or what your relationship status is, embrace the love and positive energy in the air today. Choose to open your heart to possibility. Shake off the fear, take a risk, and share your love, hope, and kindness with all you encounter. After all, the world could use a little more love.

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17 Artists We're Excited to See at BottleRock 2023

The 2023 BottleRock lineup is here.

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The New Year brings us new beginnings, goals, trends, and most importantly, this year's festival lineups. Here at The Odyssey Online, I have been lucky enough to cover the BottleRock festival since 2018. Every year the lineups are stellar, the food and drinks are outstanding, and the culinary stage along wih its guests are captivating.

There is truly something for everyone at this festival in the heart of Napa! Locals and Bay Area natives look forward to the event every year along with music and culinary enthusiasts who travel from all over.

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Some of my favorite songs for kids to do lyrical routines to

1. This is Me (Acoustic Version)- Demi Lovato

2. Wild Horses- Natasha Bedingfield

3. Finally Home- Natalie Grant

4. Brave- Idina Menzel

5. You Raise Me Up- Celtic Woman

6. Blessings- Laura Story

7. The Climb- Miley Cyrus

8. Because of You- Kelly Clarkson

9. What a Wonderful World- LeAnn Rimes

10. When She Loved Me- Sarah McLachlan

I think about the movie ‘Sleepover’ at least ten times a day

He’s Just Not That Into You (2009)

Sleepover (2004)

The Perfect Man (2005)

Raise Your Voice (2004)

Mean Girls (2004)

She’s The Man (2006)

10 Things I Hate About You (1999)

Easy A (2010)

A Cinderella Story (2004)

The Princess Diaries (2001)

Legally Blonde (2001)

Life Size (2000)

Aquamarine (2006)

To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before (2018)

There’s Something About Mary (1998)

Angus, Thongs, and Perfect Snogging (2008)

The Sun is Also A Star (2019)

Five Feet Apart (2019)

Sydney White (2007)

Ticket To Paradise (2022)

"Don't Take The Money" really made me fall in love with the band and the whole vibe that they project. It's a great song to listen to on a long drive or when you want to sing your heart out.

1. "Don't Take The Money" by The Bleachers

2. "Time Warp" by Little Nell, Patricia Quinn and Richard O'Brien

3. "3 Nights" by Dominic Fike

4. "Vote" by Miguel

5. "Shake It Off" by Taylor Swift

6. "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers

7. "Hey Ya!" by OutKast

8. "This One's for the Girls" by Martina McBride

9. "Accidentally in Love" by Counting Crows

10. "Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)" by Katy Perry

11. "Ni Tu Ni Yo" by Gente De Zona and Jennifer Lopez

12. "Body" by Brando and Loud Luxury

13. "Magic" by B.o.B and Rivers Cuomo

Don't spend your snow day behind a screen!

1. Go outside.

2. Treat yourself to a homemade breakfast.

3. Break out the bubble bath and cucumber slices.

4. Marie Kondo your life.

5. Read a book (yes, they still exist).

6. Plan ahead for the warmer days to come.

7. Home video marathon.

8. Try a YouTube tutorial.

9. Dedicate your day off to learning a new skill.

10. Write a letter to someone you haven't seen in a while.

11. Nap. Time.

12. Write that paper you've been putting off.

13. Give a new recipe a go.

14. Help out a neighbor.

15. Clean up your space.

16. File your taxes.

17. Clean out your inbox.

18. Board game extravaganza.

19. Create a masterpiece.

What is life without a soundtrack? Here are 50 songs that are guaranteed to put you in a good mood this Valentine's Day and every day thereafter.

The 2023 BottleRock lineup is here.

The Smashing Pumpkins (Friday)

WAR (Friday)

Yung Gravy (Friday)

The Airborne Toxic Event (Friday)

Post Malone (Friday)

Phantogram (Friday)

Dayglow (Saturday)

Lizzo (Saturday)

Duran Duran (Saturday)

Leon Bridges (Saturday)

Lupe Fiasco (Saturday)

Nile Rodgers & Chic (Saturday)