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Dance music in Western pop recommended for junior high school students

When you think of dance music, many people probably imagine upbeat, high-energy tracks.

While that kind of dance music is certainly mainstream, since the 2020s, songs with a stylish tone have also been gaining popularity.

This time, we’ve selected dance tracks that we can recommend especially to lively middle school students.

In addition to up-tempo songs, we’ll also feature downbeat, stylish pieces—so please sit back, relax, and enjoy to the end!

Dance music in Western songs recommended for junior high school students (21–30)

Wild LifeJack & Jack

Jack & Jack – Wild Life (Official Music Video)
Wild LifeJack & Jack

Jack & Jack are an American pop-rap duo active since 2013.

This track, released in 2014 when they were 17-year-old high school students, gained popularity through the social media app Vine and reached No.

25 on the U.S.

charts.

Drag Me DownOne Direction

One Direction – Drag Me Down (Official Video)
Drag Me DownOne Direction

An up-tempo track by One Direction.

It was their first single release after member Zayn Malik left the group.

It was first performed live at a concert in Indianapolis in July 2015.

The music video was filmed at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)Silentó

Silentó – Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae) (Official)
Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)Silentó

A track released as a digital download in 2015 by Silento, a hip-hop artist from Atlanta.

It was originally uploaded to Instagram as a 15-second video.

The dance moves became hugely popular on Vine and YouTube.

Head & HeartJoel Corry

Joel Corry x MNEK – Head & Heart [Official Video]
Head & HeartJoel Corry

I want to be true to my heart more than my reason! This track by UK DJ Joel Corry explores that universal struggle and the sense of release that follows.

Featuring fellow British singer MNEK on vocals, it blends an irresistibly catchy, feel-good melody with an emotional vocal performance.

The music video contrasts a monochrome everyday life with a colorful, happy version of oneself, giving you the courage to take that first step.

Upon its July 2020 release, it spent six weeks at No.

1 on the UK charts and was later included on the album Another Friday Night, becoming a global hit.

Put it on when you want to break free from the daily grind and shine—you’re guaranteed to feel amazing!

ButterBTS

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘Butter’ Official MV
ButterBTS

BTS, the K-pop idols who are hugely popular not only in Japan but around the world, are loved by a wide range of people—from middle schoolers to working adults.

When it comes to their signature hits, “Butter” is a classic.

Although it was released in May 2021, its popularity shows no signs of slowing down and it continued to be used widely across media even in 2022.

It’s an extremely catchy pop song that appeals to all ages, making it a great recommendation for middle school students as well.