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[For Beginners] Classic EDM Songs in Western Music: A Collection of Popular, Hype Tracks

Active club DJkento
Active club DJ. With over five years on the front lines of the club scene, they freely cross over from dance music to US hip-hop and Japanese rap. Blending in their own edits with assured mixing, they craft a unique groove that captivates the floor.
music writerKOH-1
Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

EDM—electronic dance music—often gets dismissed because people associate it with amped-up party crowds.

Perhaps many of you feel the same way.

While that image does exist, the definition of EDM, which spread rapidly from the late 2000s mainly in the U.S., is actually quite fuzzy.

Within dance music, countless experiments have produced a wide range of styles, leading to global hit songs one after another—and their ripple effects have even influenced the sound of J-pop.

Although its momentum has eased somewhat in the 2020s, this article gathers signature and classic smash-hit EDM tracks for those who want to give the genre another listen.

Beginners are welcome to check them out!

[For Beginners] Classic Western EDM Tracks: A Collection of Crowd-Pleasers (51–60)

GreyhoundSwedish House Mafia

Swedish House Mafia – Greyhound

GreyhoundSwedish House Mafia

A monumental pillar of EDM that delivers a breathtaking performance on the club stage.

Its energetic beats and synths shake the dance floor.

Released in March 2012, this track dominated charts around the world.

The instrumental from Sweden’s Swedish House Mafia offers a moving experience that transcends words.

Also used to promote Absolut’s new drink and featured in the Spanish TV series Elite, it’s highly recommended even for those who’ve been curious about EDM but never had a starting point.

With this one track, you’re sure to get hooked on the allure of EDM!

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FirestarterThe Prodigy

The Prodigy – Firestarter (Official Video)

FirestarterThe Prodigy

A track by the British band The Prodigy.

It was the first track to feature Keith Flint on vocals and was released in 1996.

It became a hit around the world, reaching No.

1 on the charts in the UK, Norway, and Finland.

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Raise Your Weapondeadmau5

deadmau5 – Raise Your Weapon (feat. Greta Svabo Bech)

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A masterpiece where deep emotion merges with an intense sound.

The lyrics use war as a metaphor for heartache, and the contrast between the delicate melody and the transition into thunderous dubstep is striking.

Released in May 2011, this track, powered by Greta Svabo Bech’s vocals, moved many listeners.

Included on the album 4×4=12, it earned Platinum certification in Canada.

As a signature work that showcases deadmau5’s musical range, it hints at new possibilities for dance music.

It’s a profound piece that prompts reflection on the complexity of human relationships and the consequences of selfish behavior.

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Sad MachinePorter Robinson

Porter Robinson – Sad Machine (Lyric Video)

Sad MachinePorter Robinson

A track depicting a duet between a lonely robot girl and a human boy.

It was released in 2014 by American electronic music producer Porter Robinson.

The track was produced using a Vocaloid.

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In conclusion

As mentioned at the outset, EDM is an ambiguous and increasingly diverse sound, and even in the 2020s, many great tracks have emerged—from classic, old-school EDM to songs with fresh new directions.

Start by checking out the timeless popular tracks in EDM history introduced in this article, and be sure to dive deeper into EDM that’s not just about getting hyped!