Powerful songs that tell stories through movement
Arcade
Duncan Laurence
Why it works: The haunting melody and lyrics about lost love create perfect tension for dramatic falls and reaching movements. The chorus builds beautifully for emotional climaxes.
Someone You Loved
Lewis Capaldi
Why it works: Raw vocals paired with piano create space for deeply personal interpretation. The pre-chorus is ideal for quick directional changes leading to powerful release.
Falling
Harry Styles
Why it works: The waltz rhythm invites flowing turns and sustained balances. Lyrics about regret inspire floor work and downward spirals that contrast with sudden lifts.
All I Want
Kodaline
Why it works: The gradual instrumental build supports choreography that grows from subtle gestures to full-body expression. The bridge is particularly effective for partner work.
Glimpse of Us
Joji
Why it works: The melancholic piano and vocal cracks inspire gestures of memory and nostalgia. The space between notes allows for suspended movements and breath-catching pauses.
Before You Go
Lewis Capaldi
Why it works: The powerful chorus demands big, expansive movements while the verses work well for intricate hand storytelling. The song's theme of unspoken words translates beautifully to physical expression.
