dance to another tune
To talk or act differently, usually better because things have changed; be more polite or obedient because you are forced to do it.
Johnny refused to do his homework but punishment made him dance to another tune.
good riddance
A loss that you are glad about. Often used as an exclamation, and in the sentence good riddance to bad rubbish. To show that you are glad that something or somebody has been taken or sent away.
The boys thought it was good riddance when the troublemaker was sent home.
When Mr. Roberts' old car was stolen he thought it was good riddance.
Betty thought it was good riddance when her little brother broke his toy drum.
"I'm going and won't come back," said John. "Good riddance to bad rubbish!" said Mary.
in accordance with
In consonance with something; conforming to something.
Employees at this firm are expected to always behave in accordance with the rules.
lead one a merry dance
To cause someone unusual discomfort or expense; tire someone by causing one to overdo.
With her personal extravagances and constant social activities that cost a fortune, Carol led her husband a merry dance.
song and dance
Foolish or uninteresting talk; dull nonsense. Usually used with give.
I met Nancy today and she gave me a long song and dance about her family.
A long lie or excuse, often meant to get pity. Usually used with give.
Billy gave the teacher a song and dance about his mother being sick as an excuse for being late.
The tramp asked us for money and tried to give us a big song and dance about having to buy a bus ticket to Chicago.