Dance music by Japanese female artists: a roundup of songs perfect for dancing at events
It’s been a few years since the Reiwa era began, and I feel that dance music by female artists has been increasing at an incredible pace compared to the past.
From dance numbers that everyone across generations has heard to irresistibly catchy tracks you’ll find yourself replaying over and over, we’re introducing them all at once!
This is a must-read for anyone who might perform a dance at a school festival or as part of an entertainment segment!
There are many kinds of dance tracks—songs that make you want to get up and dance, and tunes that make you groove just by listening.
I’ve gathered a lot of them, so I hope you’ll find the perfect hype song that suits you.
If there are any songs you don’t know, be sure to check them out!
Dance music by Japanese female artists: A collection of songs perfect for performance dances (1–10)
Follow MeE-girls
This E-girls track is a dance number that expresses cute, girlish feelings.
It’s irresistibly catchy—the kind of song that makes your body start moving the moment you hear it—and it’s perfect for women dancing at the club.
Released in October 2012, it was used as a Samantha Thavasa commercial song and as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Onegai! Ranking.” It includes sections that are easy to dance to in a group, making it enjoyable even for first-time club-goers.
The choreography in the chorus is very catchy, easy to learn, and makes you want to imitate it.
Dance with your friends and your ordinary night is sure to become something special! Why not get everyone hyped to match the track’s sparkling vibe?
Bad B*tch Aesthetic RemixAwich
A powerful, hard-hitting track that brings together female rappers.
Released in July 2023, it’s currently making waves.
Centered on themes of women’s strength and self-affirmation, it portrays the resolve to face hardships and a confident way of life.
It was also selected as the theme song for the Netflix original drama “The Queen of Villains,” drawing significant attention.
The colorful, dynamic music video is captivating, radiating an energy reminiscent of a Super Sentai squad.
Popular among dancers, this song is highly recommended for those who want to perform choreography that showcases uniquely feminine strength.
EZ DO DANCETRF
Released in 1993 as TRF’s second single.
Produced by Tetsuya Komuro, the song was featured in the FT Shiseido “Sea Breeze ’93” commercial.
The lyrics center on cheering for dancers, who were underappreciated at the time, and it became a timeless classic that showcases TRF’s dance appeal to the fullest.
Heavy rotationAKB48
AKB48’s 17th single is an energetic dance number that makes your body move without thinking as you listen.
It conveys the passionate feelings of a girl in love through a pop melody.
Just like the title suggests, the love that keeps spinning round and round in her head is depicted with catchy phrases.
Released in August 2010, the song features Yuko Oshima as center, and its music video directed by Mika Ninagawa also drew attention.
The choreography cleverly reflects the lyrics, making it a perfect track for people who want to dance at school festivals or performances, and a great pick for getting everyone hyped up together.
Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu
This song is characterized by a surreal dance featuring neck isolations.
Its melodious tone portrays the feelings of a girl wavering between wanting to become an adult and wanting to remain a child.
Released as a digital-only single in May 2020, it went viral on TikTok and became a social phenomenon, even opening the 2023 NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.
The lyrics, which depict the struggles of young people with the gap between their outward appearance and inner selves, have resonated with many.
Their performance, which sets them apart from other artists, makes this a recommended track for those looking to dance at school festivals or as a party act.
GO FOR IT!!Nishino Kana
It was released in 2012 as Kana Nishino’s 18th single.
Chosen as the CM song for Yamazaki Baking’s Lunch Pack featuring Ayame Gouriki, it’s a pop cheer tune that expresses the anxiety, dreams, and fluttering feelings everyone has before confessing, with Kana Nishino’s uniquely realistic lyrics.
The cheerleader dance is very cute, and it’s a song everyone can dance to.
Make you happyNiziU
It’s a song known for its signature jump-rope dance that lifts listeners’ spirits.
With its positive message and bright melody, it conveys a desire to bring a smile to someone special.
Released in June 2020 as a pre-debut digital mini-album, it became a huge hit, topping various charts including Oricon.
The dance went viral on TikTok, sparking buzz not only among fans but also in the wider public.
It’s recommended for those who want to perform a dance at school festivals or as entertainment.
It’s a feel-good track you can enjoy not only by listening but also by dancing to it.