Hidden gems of upbeat Western songs. Recommended popular tracks.

Boom! Shake The RoomDJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince

DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – Boom! Shake The Room (The Street Remix) (Official Video)

It’s included on the 1993 album “Code Red.” The unit, formed in 1985, hails from Pennsylvania.

Many of you have probably heard it since it’s been played during NBA halftime shows.

The rap bursts out from a hip-hop-typical rhythm with a pop feel, and it’s the kind of track that naturally gets your body moving.

DreamtimeDaryl Hall

Daryl Hall – Dreamtime (Official Video)

It’s included on the 1986 album “Three Hearts in the Happy Ending Machine.” Born in 1946, he’s a singer from Pennsylvania and a member of Hall & Oates.

With its simple, hard rock sound that kicks off with a truly powerful drum roll and Daryl’s high-tone, shouting vocals, this is a track that fills you with energy and lifts your spirits.

Dancing In The StreetDavid Bowie & Mick Jagger

David Bowie & Mick Jagger – Dancing In The Street (Official Video)

A single released in 1985.

It’s a cover of Martha and the Vandellas’ single released in 1964.

Although it was recorded for Live Aid, what’s striking is how the two superstar artists of the era are totally into it, trading lines as they sing.

It puts you in a great mood.

Going CrazyDavid Lee Roth

David Lee Roth – Goin’ Crazy! HD

It’s on the 1986 album “Eat ’Em and Smile.” Born in ’54, he’s a singer from Indiana and the vocalist of Van Halen.

When Dave’s sexy vocals are layered onto the simple, hard rock sound, his world unfolds in an instant.

Listening to his carefree, almost blithe songs really lifts your spirits.

You Spin Me RoundDead Or Alive

Dead Or Alive – You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) (Official Video)

It’s included on the 1985 album Youthquake.

A five-piece from Liverpool formed in 1980, this track rides the then-trendy Eurobeat sound, with Pete Burns’s deep vocals resonating throughout.

It’s not particularly fast, but listening to it makes you want to do a laid-back, side-to-side dance.

Party At Ground ZeroFishbone

Fishbone – Party At Ground Zero

It’s included on the 1985 EP “Fishbone.” An eight-piece band from Los Angeles formed in 1979, they’re known as one of the pioneers of the crossover/mix-genre style.

This track incorporates ska rhythms, making it very danceable and perfect for parties.

The title is pretty risqué, though.

Lifestyles of the Rich & FamousGood Charlotte

Good Charlotte – Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous (Official Video)

It’s included on the 2002 album “The Young and the Hopeless.” A five-piece band from Maryland formed in 1996.

With a boogie-like beat, tightly organized rhythms, and a beautifully layered chorus in the hook, it’s the kind of song that makes you naturally smile as you move your body to the rhythm.