an informal or unrehearsed singing of songs by a group of people, usually under the direction of a leader; songfest.
an occasion marked by such singing.
First recorded in 1955–60; noun use of verb phrase sing along
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On Friday, the entire school got to enjoy an exclusive sing-along version of the film, which is a live-action remake of Disney's hit animated version from 2016.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
It has also experimented with special events, like a “KPop Demon Hunters” big-screen sing-along.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
On the back of its blockbuster-style debut, the platform also released a limited "sing-along" edition in North American cinemas for one weekend, which topped the box-office chart.
From Barron's ● Mar. 16, 2026
The movie’s massive popularity led to a limited theatrical run for sing-along screenings as well as live performances of its songs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2025
After dinner, the campers headed toward the amphitheater, where Apollo’s cabin promised an awesome sing-along to pick up our spirits, but Nico turned and disappeared into the woods.
From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan
He continues: "It has that thing where you can sing along to it but it's got that undertone of sadness, it's also got that lift in the chorus."
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
As speakers took the mic and sang “America the Beautiful,” Lennon, a child of Irish and Scottish immigrants, dismissed herself briefly to sing along.
From Salon ● Jun. 27, 2026
The vocalist credited his love for Boston’s original frontman Brad Delp and his desire to sing along with him on the radio for helping to develop his own singing voice.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 9, 2026
If Indiana fans have occasion to dance and sing along to “Hurts So Good” again on Monday, though, Mellencamp’s tour logistics might become even more complicated.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 16, 2026
His voice boomed through the rows as he worked and even those who despised him couldn’t help but sing along.
From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead
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