[Back to the ’90s!] Dance music in Western pop that was a hit in the 1990s
The 1990s were a period in which electronic music saw remarkable growth compared to any previous era.
Genres like Eurobeat and dance-pop attracted particular attention and went on to influence modern styles such as artcore and deep house.
In this piece, I’d like to introduce dance music from the 1990s.
Alongside global smash hits, I’ve also included more niche tracks with a Eurobeat flavor.
For those interested in the evolution of electronic music, there are many must-hear tracks here, so please take your time and enjoy.
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[Back to the ’90s!] Dance Music Hits from Western Artists in the 1990s (71–80)
Good VibrationsMarky Mark feat The Funky Bunch
A track released in 1991 under the name Marky Mark before Mark Wahlberg—known for films like Boogie Nights and Three Kings—began his acting career.
It became a worldwide hit, reaching No.
1 on the charts in the United States, Switzerland, and Sweden.
Rosa ParksOutKast
A hit song released in 1998 by OutKast, the most successful hip-hop group of the ’90s with over 20 million albums sold.
The ’90s saw various dance music styles energize clubs, and this track was one of them—its catchy sound captivated listeners worldwide.
At the same time, it became known for drawing criticism because its lyrics were written about civil rights activists.
You could say it’s a quintessential overseas hit where artists deliver their messages through music.
Fantastic VoyageCoolio
A track released as a single in 1994 by the American rapper Coolio.
It samples the track of the same name by Lakeside.
It became a hit in countries such as New Zealand, Australia, and Sweden, and reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts.
Rhythm NationJanet Jackson
The American singer who is Michael Jackson’s sister and achieved major commercial success from the 1980s onward is Janet Jackson.
One of her signature songs, “Rhythm Nation,” features a music video built around highly polished choreography and is said to have had a profound impact on the music scene.
Setting SunThe Chemical Brothers
It was the British techno and electronic duo The Chemical Brothers who are said to have popularized breakbeats—phrases created by sampling the rhythmic parts of music.
In 1996, they released this track, “Setting Sun,” featuring Oasis’s Noel Gallagher as a guest vocalist.