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Get in the Groove with Classic Albums: The World's Eurobeat – Recommended Popular Tracks

Eurobeat is a genre that gained popularity as a mainstream form of dance music in the 1980s.

Although the boom overseas lasted only until the early 1990s at most, in Japan it has been loved for a long time, with Eurobeat being used widely across many types of media up through the 2000s.

This time, we’re introducing some classic Eurobeat tracks!

From songs everyone has heard at least once to timeless hits covered by Japanese artists—check out this curated selection of must-hear classics!

[Get Grooving with Classic Albums] Eurobeat from Around the World: Recommended Popular Tracks (61–70)

EurodancerDJ Mangoo

DJ Mangoo is a Swedish DJ, producer, and songwriter.

He is known for styles across a wide range of genres, including EDM, electronic house music, and trance.

This track was produced when he was 16 and released in 2000.

DJ I Wanna Be Your RecordMoulin Rouge

Moulin Rouge – DJ I Wanna Be Your Record
DJ I Wanna Be Your RecordMoulin Rouge

Starting with an impactful spoken intro, this track features energetic vocals despite being in a minor key.

The distinctive percussion section embodies the very essence of Eurobeat, yet the song possesses a sultriness that sets it apart from typical Eurobeat.

Santa Mariatatjana

Eurobeat was born as a culmination of various musical styles, but when you listen to this track, you can already hear the footsteps of the next movement: hip-hop.

Eurobeat remains popular even now, yet this song shows how its birth had a profound influence on the music that followed.

Don’t GoYazoo

Yazoo – Don’t Go (Official HD Video)
Don't GoYazoo

Yazoo, formed by Vince Clarke, a founding member of Depeche Mode, and Alison Moyet.

Although this track received little airplay on radio stations, it was highly acclaimed in the American club scene and reached No.

1 on the dance chart.

Get-A-WayMAXX

Maxx – Get A Way (Official Video)
Get-A-WayMAXX

A track released as a single in 1993 by MAXX, a Eurodance duo from the ’90s.

It became a hit in Canada, Australia, and various European countries.

It was sampled in Shaun Baker’s 2000 track “On a Helium Trip.”

Turn the Beat AroundBlack Eva

As you’ll hear, it’s a very classic Eurobeat style, so it’s perfect for anyone who wants an upbeat, high-energy track.

It’s packed with a sense of speed! The melody is very straightforward, and I think it really appeals to Japanese listeners.

Since it became a staple for para para and was quite popular, it was included on many compilation albums in Japan and became well-loved.

Speaking of Black Eva, “LOVE ON INTERNET” is also very popular, so if you’re into this style, definitely give it a listen.

Everytime We TouchCascada

Cascada – Everytime We Touch (Official Video)
Everytime We TouchCascada

A single released in 2005 by Cascada, a German Eurodance trio.

Characterized by synthesizers and jackhammer beats, the track became a hit in countries around the world, including Germany and France, and reached No.

1 on the charts in Ireland and Sweden.