Recommended dance tracks. Classic dance music.
While dance music keeps evolving, there are many tracks that continue to be strongly supported.
In this article, from a dancer’s perspective, I’ll introduce the ultimate classics—tracks that sparked huge reactions and paved the way for new foundations in dance.
If you’re interested in dance, of course, but even if you’re not, I’m sure there are songs here you’ve heard before.
If you’re unsure what music to use for practice, you can’t go wrong with these tracks—so read to the end and use them as a reference!
Playlist
| Recommended dance tracks. Classic dance music. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | HappyPharrell Williams | play_arrow | A positive song that’s popular around the world |
| 2east | SorryJustin Bieber | play_arrow | A pop song that depicts a beaver’s growth |
| 3east | Shape of YouEd Sheeran | play_arrow | Ed Sheeran’s danceable classic |
| 4east | Uptown Funk ft.Bruno MarsMark Ronson | play_arrow | Singing confidence in funk disco |
| 5east | I Feel LoveDonna Summer | play_arrow | Donna Summer’s Electronic Music Revolution |
| 6east | GANGNAM STYLEPSY | play_arrow | PSY's song has become a worldwide craze. |
| 7east | LevelsAvicii | play_arrow | Introduction to Avicii’s signature songs |
| 8east | BANG BANG BANGBIGBANG | play_arrow | A signature song themed around the night of the Big Bang |
| 9east | Break FreeAriana Grande | play_arrow | An EDM track depicting freedom and liberation |
| 10east | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon | play_arrow | The appeal of Sakanaction’s movie theme songs |
| 11east | CloserThe Chainsmokers | play_arrow | The Chainsmokers brought a fresh breeze to EDM. |
| 12east | That’s What I LikeBruno Mars | play_arrow | Bruno Mars’s popular funky song |
| 13east | Party Rock AnthemLMFAO | play_arrow | Party is the best! LOL dance track |
| 14east | Smooth CriminalMichael Jackson | play_arrow | Michael Jackson’s signature song “BAD” |
| 15east | CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake | play_arrow | A famous Trolls song that's fun to dance to |
| 16east | Choo Choo TRAINEXILE | play_arrow | A classic EXILE hit—a staple dance track that sings of freedom and bonds. |
| 17east | loveHoshino Gen | play_arrow | A social phenomenon sparked by a TV drama theme song |
| 18east | PERFECT HUMANRADIO FISH | play_arrow | A dance track from Oriental Radio has become popular. |
| 19east | YeahUsher | play_arrow | A popular club track by R&B singer Usher |
| 20east | (RE)PLAYMiura Daichi | play_arrow | Depicting freedom, challenge, and the meaning of life |
| 21east | PolyrhythmPerfume | play_arrow | A technopop track: the cycle of the environment and love |
| 22east | R.Y.U.S.E.ISandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu | play_arrow | The third generation's dance music, a song of courage |
| 23east | I wonderDa-iCE | play_arrow | Da-iCE’s theme song: a song about love and self-discovery |
| 24east | StayZedd, Alessia Cara | play_arrow | An emotional song becomes a global hit. |
| 25east | Shake it offTaylor Swift | play_arrow | Taylor Swift's popular commercial song |
| 26east | Cake By The OceanDNCE | play_arrow | Band-style dance music DNCE |
| 27east | The Lazy SongBruno Mars | play_arrow | A fun dance song by Bruno Mars |
| 28east | Wake Me UpAvicii | play_arrow | Avicii, the world standard in EDM |
| 29east | I Like ItCardi B, Bad Bunny & J Balvin | play_arrow | Powerful music with an Arabian flavor |
| 30east | GOOD BOYGD X TAEYANG | play_arrow | The best collaboration song by G-DRAGON and SOL |
| 31east | AGEHAGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | The innovative songs of GENERATIONS |
| 32east | asking for the moonKANA-BOON | play_arrow | An upbeat song depicting a romantic misunderstanding |
| 33east | Danza KurudoDon Omar | play_arrow | A song to dance to on a cruiser, with an awesome sense of speed. |
| 34east | Material GirlMadonna | play_arrow | Focus on the provocative nature of the lyrics and the appeal of the music |
| 35east | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā | play_arrow | Humorous lyrics by Golden Bomber |
| 36east | Yokai First CalisthenicsYoukai Wotchi | play_arrow | The charm of songs that can be enjoyed across generations |
| 37east | Silent majorityKeyakizaka46 | play_arrow | Captivating songs by idol groups |
| 38east | Dancing HeroOginome Yōko | play_arrow | The song made a comeback thanks to the “Bubble Dance.” |
| 39east | Naughty SunORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | The hot, upbeat theme song from Ikemen Paradise |
| 40east | InfluencerNogizaka 46 | play_arrow | Nogizaka46's passionate high-speed dance track |
| 41east | doppelgängerCreepy Nuts | play_arrow | A moving song that expresses oneself with a four-on-the-floor beat |
| 42east | OtonokeCreepy Nuts | play_arrow | A shocking track that fuses the occult and hip-hop |
| 43east | SOMETHING AIN’T RIGHTXG | play_arrow | A track that adds modern arrangements to a retro beat |
| 44east | Love Trial40mP | play_arrow | A courtroom-style love song: a heart-touching masterpiece by 40mP |
| 45east | Bar Bar BarCRAYON POP | play_arrow | A cute song by a Korean idol group. The dance and costumes are the highlights. |
| 46east | Yeah×3Chris Brown | play_arrow | Chris Brown's upbeat track |
| 47east | Bad RomanceLady Gaga | play_arrow | Lady Gaga’s hit song “The Monster” |
| 48east | UnholySam Smith, Kim Petras | play_arrow | Gothic-style dance track, the pleasure that makes your body move |
| 49east | Bangarang feat. SirahSkrillex | play_arrow | Skrillex's signature dance track |
| 50east | DelicateTaylor Swift | play_arrow | Taylor Swift's bizarre dance music video |
| 51east | One KissCalvin Harris, Dua Lipa | play_arrow | Dance track with a fashionable worldview |
| 52east | No Tears Left To CryAriana Grande | play_arrow | A timeless dance track featuring Ariana’s vocals |
| 53east | Rise ft. Jack & JackJonas Blue | play_arrow | Jonas Blue's popular anthem song |
| 54east | DropHANA | play_arrow | Believe in possibilities with HANA’s song |
| 55east | Eye Examination40mP | play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the complexity of human relationships |
| 56east | Heavy rotationAKB48 | play_arrow | Representative idol dance song group, AKB48. |
| 57east | Dirty WorkAustin Mahone | play_arrow | A song made famous by a comedian |
| 58east | Follw meE-girls | play_arrow | E-girls' music is captivating and makes you want to dance. |
| 59east | Dancing PonpokorinE-girls | play_arrow | Remix of the Chibi Maruko-chan theme song |
| 60east | MisterKARA | play_arrow | KARA's hip dance song, cute and sexy |
| 61east | Sad StoryMerk & Kremont | play_arrow | A duo gaining worldwide attention in EDM |
| 62east | FLASHPerfume | play_arrow | Yasutaka Nakata’s dance unit, Perfume |
| 63east | Chocolate DiscoPerfume | play_arrow | Popular love songs for Valentine's Day |
| 64east | PolyrhythmPerfume | play_arrow | A song that invites you into the mysterious world of recycling |
| 65east | Paradise BabyRIP SLYME | play_arrow | The charm of rap songs makes me want to dance at sunset. |
| 66east | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | SEKAI NO OWARI’s masterpiece that portrays classification and diversity |
| 67east | Dragon KnightSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | A song with a pleasant voice that beginners can enjoy |
| 68east | Daiamondf(x) | play_arrow | A light, upbeat song by the Korean group f(x) |
| 69east | Luka Luka Night Feversamfree | play_arrow | An up-tempo, sexy, imperative-style song |
| 70east | PON PON PONkyarī pamyu pamyu | play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's unique song |
| 71east | Ninjari Ban Bankyarī pamyu pamyu | play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's distinctive musical style and unique dance are captivating. |
| 72east | Harajuku Iyahoikyarī pamyu pamyu | play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s EDM song |
| 73east | Funa Funa Funassyifunasshī | play_arrow | Funassyi’s gag songs are characterized by fast tempos and energetic, intense movements. |
| 74east | Here comes the phantom thief girl!Momoiro Kurōbā Zetto | play_arrow | A song with a cute look and cool lyrics |
| 75east | Honnō-ji Incidentegusu puromōshon | play_arrow | A comedy duo that entertainingly performs history |
| 76east | Cicada Dance Floormaharājiyan | play_arrow | A dynamic dance track inspired by the lifecycle of cicadas |
| 77east | RAINBOWSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu from EXILE TRIBE feat. Ierō Kurō | play_arrow | Yellow Claw provides a song for Sandaime (J Soul Brothers). |
| 78east | LOVE&GIRLSshōjo jidai | play_arrow | Popular songs by Girls' Generation, the K-pop idol group |
| 79east | SUNHoshino Gen | play_arrow | An inventive fusion of rhythm and melody |
| 80east | Maji Love 1000%Uematsu Noriyasu | play_arrow | Representative popular songs of otome games |
| 81east | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | Summer sea and music, the sound of Shonan |
| 82east | Fortune Cookie in LoveAkimoto Yasushi | play_arrow | Just Dance is a fun dancing game! |
| 83east | LOSERYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s dance music is trending thanks to dance videos. |
| 84east | SenbonzakuraKurousa-P | play_arrow | The Vocaloid song “Marigold” was hugely popular. |
| 85east | ToulouseNicky Romero | play_arrow | The popularity of EDM producer Nicky Romero |
| 86east | Love RevolutionMōningu Musume. | play_arrow | Nostalgic songs are popular across generations. |
| 87east | SummerCalvin Harris | play_arrow | EDM masterpieces, tracks perfect for summer |
| 88east | U.S.A.DA PUMP | play_arrow | A smash hit that sings of longing for America |
| 89east | FRIENDSMarshmello & Anne-Marie | play_arrow | A next-generation EDM collaboration track with outstanding sound and visuals. |
| 90east | Riririri☆Burning Nightsamfree | play_arrow | An up-tempo track with sexy lyrics that's popular for dance video posts. |
| 91east | Apply false eyelasheskyarī pamyu pamyu | play_arrow | Feel-good vibes with a colorful pop tune |
| 92east | KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s uplifting anime theme song |


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