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[For Creative Dance] A Collection of Easy-to-Dance Japanese and Western Tracks

This article is a must-read not only for students in dance clubs, but also for working adults who enjoy dancing as a hobby! If you want to perform a choreographed dance at events like sports festivals, school festivals, or even as entertainment at year-end parties, but you’re struggling to choose the right song, you’re not alone.

While it’s always best to dance to a song you love, for those who can’t decide, this article rounds up perfect picks for beginner-friendly choreographed dances.

From the latest dance tracks to upbeat rock and timeless classics, we’ve included both Japanese and international songs across genres—so be sure to check them out!

[For Creative Dance] A Collection of Easy-to-Dance Japanese and Western Tracks (61–70)

PowerLittle Mix

Little Mix – Power (Official Video) ft. Stormzy
PowerLittle Mix

This ambitious work by Little Mix powerfully sings of women’s empowerment over a bold electropop sound.

Its positive message about the importance of self-affirmation and confidence—beyond gender—resonates deeply.

Released as a single from the album “Glory Days” in May 2017, it became a major hit, peaking at No.

6 on the UK Singles Chart.

In 2018, it was chosen as the official theme song for WWE’s first-ever Women’s Royal Rumble, drawing attention in the sports world as well.

With its dynamic rhythm that lifts your spirits, it’s a perfect track for creative dance or cheerleading practice.

NiziUMake you happy

NiziU「Make you happy」Dance Performance Video
NiziUMake you happy

NiziU, whose easygoing “jump rope dance” is still wildly popular with everyone from adults to kids—let’s go all out and hype up your school festival with a full-on cover of their song “Make you happy”! There are tons of practice videos uploaded on video sites, so if you watch them and give it your all, you might be able to pull off a NiziU vibe too—no, you definitely can! And if you’re aiming for a laugh, be sure to invite someone who can do a J.Y.

Park impersonation onto the stage!

Chocolate DiscoPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume “Chocolate Disco”
Chocolate DiscoPerfume

Perfume’s ultimate dance number, loved not only by fans but by a wide audience.

It’s perfect for Valentine’s Day, of course, but it’s also a track that will pump you up any day.

It’s so fun you’ll find yourself humming along, and it’s great for showcasing a dance at a school or cultural festival! The chorus is especially catchy and easy for anyone to copy, so everyone can enjoy it together.

Savor that unique pre-event excitement—and let’s get hyped!

Mela!Ryokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai 'Mela!' Music Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Mela!
Mela!Ryokushokushakai

How about “Mela!”, a song whose passionate vocals are sure to set your heart ablaze? It’s a track released by Ryokuoushoku Shakai in 2020 and is also known as the set piece for the “Let’s Become One! Dance ONE Project.” Because of that, a variety of choreography videos have been posted online.

It might be fun to watch different videos and collect your favorite routines.

Also, since the chorus section is long, it should be easy to sync movements even if you create your own choreography.

Betrayal GameBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Betrayal Game -Music Video-
Betrayal GameBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST delivers a striking dance number that deftly portrays the subtle push-and-pull between a man and a woman.

The thrilling dynamic of probing each other’s perspectives and feelings is expressed through refined vocals and dance performance.

The interplay of light-and-dark aesthetics with each member’s individuality results in an irresistibly captivating track.

Released digitally in April 2022, the song was later included on the album “BE:1” the same year.

It was also chosen as the theme song for the drama “Detective Is Way Ahead: Spring Trick-Back Festival,” showcasing a seamless harmony between the members’ expressive power and SKY-HI’s artistic vision.

With its powerful beat and danceable rhythm, it’s a perfect piece for creative choreography.

U.S.A.DA PUMP

DA PUMP / U.S.A. (short ver.)
U.S.A.DA PUMP

“U.S.A.”—which made headlines after winning an Excellent Work Award at the 60th Japan Record Awards—is a song I think everyone in the country knows.

Even people who don’t know DA PUMP might start dancing when the chorus plays.

Choosing a hit song like this for a school sports day or athletic festival is sure to get the crowd excited.

Considering how easy the choreography is to learn and how much it energizes the venue, “U.S.A.” is the clear choice.

It could also be fun to create your own parody lyrics to the song.

StarmineDa-iCE

Da-iCE / “Star Mine” Music Video
StarmineDa-iCE

Da-iCE has released a song themed around fireworks that color the summer night sky, depicting the brilliance of life and the spirit of challenge.

Filled with a forward-looking message of hope for the future and memorable Edo-style chants that evoke the lively atmosphere of festivals, the track stands out.

Written and composed by Taiki Kudo, with choreography by shoji of the male dance group s**t kingz, it was released as a digital-only single in August 2022 and later included on the album “SCENE,” released in May of the following year.

The song won the Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards and the MTV Breakthrough Song at MTV VMAJ 2022, making it an essential track for creating summer memories.

It’s perfect not only for fireworks festivals and traditional celebrations, but also as a hype song for dance and party performances.