Turning up’ with a colorful bop for children and parents, Portugal-based international YouTube phenomenon Panda and Friends (Panda E Os Caricas) unveil a new single and colorful music video entitled “Panda Dance!” It marks their official debut for Republic Records: Kids & Family. Listen—HERE. Watch—HERE.
The track transforms the immediately irresistible and recognizable melody from “Dance Monkey” by Tones & I into a kid-friendly anthem. Of course, the accompanying video showcases just how to bust a move to “Panda Dance!” as well. This stands out as the best way to get to know Panda and his pals Matias, Pedro, Pipa, and Clarinha.
The successful project that blossomed with the premiere and broadcast of the video clips on Canal Panda has united Universal Music Portugal and the cable children TV channel with shared anticipation around the English release. “We are so excited to announce this partnership and are very proud to be the creator of the most popular entertainment project directed to children, Panda e Os Caricas. Showcasing positive values, educational messages and much more, this music is global and will influence generations to come."
Canal Panda added, “Since 2012 Panda, the most iconic character of Canal Panda, is a beloved and cherished Portuguese character that has lived on our tv screens, through live shows and beyond. Today, ‘Panda e os Caricas’ will begin a new mission with ‘Panda and Friends,’ taking that energy and happiness to children all over the world. We are extremely pleased to join forces with Universal Music and Republic Kids as partners in this path.”
Panda and Friends have already built a world loved by preschoolers via their massive YouTube channel, boasting billions of views and an audience of nearly 3 million subscribers.
However, it’s just the beginning. Panda and Friends are cooking up a whole lot more fun for release very soon, but for now, it’s time to Panda Dance!
About Panda and Friends
In a faraway land, Panda and Friends (Panda E Os Caricas) come to life through the most wondrous magic of all: music.
Led by the most musically inclined bear you’ve ever met Panda, the collective of Friends—Matias, Pedro, Pipa, and Clarinha—first appeared in 2012. By reinventing, reinvigorating, and re-energizing popular songs, they consistently captivated children, reeling in over 3.1 billion views, attracting 2.9 million subscribers, and becoming the “most-watched children’s musical channel in Portugal.”
Now, the friendship between them powers their original music debut for Republic Records: Kids & Family in 2023.
There’s a Friend for everyone. Clad in bright red, curiosity drives Matias whose insatiable love for learning proves as infectious as the group’s harmonies. Pedro can hardly contain his energy, bouncing around in a blue tracksuit with a bold smile. Wearing yellow as bright as her personality, Pipa’s always pulling pranks and cracking hilarious jokes. The daydreamer of the bunch, pink-loving Clarinha inspires kids and adults to always think big.
Then, there’s Panda. He’s the magical leader of the pack as cuddly and curious as the rest, yet a whole lot furrier and fuzzier, of course.
They’ve already made “Gangnam Style” and “Dance Monkey” into kids anthems. Now, Panda & Friends welcome everyone into their family—and it’s an incredible place to be.
About Republic Records: Kids & Family
Republic Records: Kids & Family launched as the official children’s division of Republic Records in 2022. The newly created division will cater to audiences ages 0-12 with fun and family-friendly music, collaborations, and experiences tailored to early development. Aimed to entertain the whole family, it offers engaging, educational, and explorative content, leveraging innovative partnerships with trusted brands such as Nickelodeon and many more. With an emphasis on high quality music and world-class presentation, Republic Records: Kids & Family appeals to little ears and beyond.
About Republic Records
A division of Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company, Republic Records has been recognized by Billboard as the industry’s #1 label over the last 10 years. It is home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends and superstar artists such as Ariana Grande, Billy Porter, Bo Burnham, Clairo, Coi Leray, Conan Gray, Daddy Yankee, Drake, Eddie Vedder, G Herbo, Glass Animals, Florence + the Machine, Greta Van Fleet, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack Johnson, James Blake, James Bay, Jessie J, Jimmy Fallon, John Legend, John Mellencamp, Jonas Brothers, Julia Michaels, Kid Cudi, Kim Petras, Lil Wayne, Lorde, Metro Boomin, NAV, Nicki Minaj, Of Monsters and Men, Pearl Jam, Post Malone, Seth MacFarlane, Stevie Wonder, Swedish House Mafia, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Twice, TXT, and more. Founded by brothers and chief executives Monte and Avery Lipman, it is also comprised of innovative business ventures, including American Recordings, Boominati Worldwide, Brushfire, Casablanca Records, Cash Money, Federal Films, HYBE, Imperial, JYP, Lava Records, Mercury Records, Republic Records: Kids & Family, Republic Nashville, Universal Arabic Music, Uptown Records, Victor Victor, Wicked Money Family, XO, Young Money, among others.
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