Bus Trips Are Much Better With Singing!
Long before portable video games, cell phones, and tablets existed, the best way to keep children entertained during road trips was singing. We say it was the best because it is easy, accessible, fun, and dirt-cheap. But if you think that bus songs are only appropriate for school trips, you’re wrong.
If handled with enough patience, bus travel songs can be an opportunity to bond, which is perfect for a family trip. It’s a chance for adults to remember songs they heard years ago, share experiences with their kids, and simply admire the passage of time in a beautiful, yet playful and energetic way.
Here, we are going to make things easy for you to enjoy that activity. This article shows BCS Travel’s best recommendations of songs for you to sing with your group during a road trip – not necessarily children. Then again, if you know other good songs for the bus, feel free to make your list longer!
Songs for Young Children
When you have to entertain toddlers, you are going to need simple songs so they can easily engage and stay focused. Besides that, it's always interesting if their lyrics feature educational content such as counting the numbers or listing the letters of the alphabet. Here are some good bus riding songs:
Old MacDonald Had a Farm
This classic children's song is perfect for young children as it introduces various farm animals and the sounds they make. Old MacDonald Had a Farm is repetitive and easy to learn.
Itsy Bitsy Spider
This nursery rhyme is great for teaching children about perseverance. Besides, Itsy Bitsy Spider encourages them to use hand motions while singing.
Baa, Baa, Black Sheep
This traditional nursery rhyme is simple and repetitive. That makes it easy for young children to learn and sing along with Baa, Baa, Black Sheep.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
This lullaby is not only soothing but also educational to some extent. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star introduces basic concepts about stars and the night sky.
Five Little Monkeys
This song teaches children counting skills and consequences through a silly story about Five Little Monkeys that are quite mischievous.
The Alphabet Song
Singing is a fantastic way to help children learn and remember the letters in a fun and engaging manner through The Alphabet Song.
Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes
This interactive song helps children learn the names of several body parts. Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes encourages physical activity and coordination.
Row, Row, Row Your Boat
This simple and catchy tune is perfect for singing in rounds. Row, Row, Row Your Boat promotes teamwork and harmony among children.
The Hokey Pokey
This group song is excellent for teaching children to follow instructions. With The Hokey Pokey, they can move their bodies in a fun and silly way.
Songs for Older Children
If you are traveling with older passengers, we have to rethink our plans. We recommend you use more complex songs to sing on a bus, even if they are less catchy. After all, pre-teens would yawn and roll eyes at the songs above. If you can play them along on a speaker, your trip will be even better!
Shake It Off
Taylor Swift's catchy pop hit is sure to get older children singing and dancing along to Shake it Off, making the bus ride more enjoyable.
Uptown Funk
Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars' popular groove is perfect for getting everyone in a good mood and encouraging participation with Uptown Funk.
Can't Stop the Feeling!
Justin Timberlake's feel-good anthem is an excellent choice for a bus sing-along. Can’t Stop the Feeling has a quick pace and positive lyrics.
Sweet Caroline
Neil Diamond's classic is a crowd-pleaser that spans generations. Sweet Caroline is a great choice for a bus ride with older children and adults.
Don't Stop Me Now
Queen's energetic hit is sure to keep the mood upbeat. Don’t Stop Me Now encourages older children to sing and clap along during the bus ride.
If you have other crowds traveling with you, such as teenagers or primarily adults, it doesn’t have to be a problem. The best plan B you can have is to bring a speaker. This way, you can ask them for their favorite songs to sing on the bus and play each one at a time. Everyone will have their say.
We want you to take your time dealing with the trip music because we will handle everything else. BCS Travel has transportation specialists who are ready to receive your itinerary and just make it happen. Feel free to contact our agency today, so we can talk about your requirements in detail.