[Winter Dance Music] A handpicked selection of popular tracks that will make you want to start dancing!

Catch Me In The Snow ~Catch Me in the Silver World~hitomitoi

Hitomitoi / Catch Me in the Snow ~Catch Me in the Silver World~ hitomitoi

This is a track by Hitomitoi, who has emerged as a next-generation city pop singer.

It’s a song that fits midwinter, evoking a world of silver snow, and its danceable drum-and-bass brings back the spirit of the Showa era—a true classic.

It’s drawing attention as a fresh, contemporary piece of dance music for the winter season.

RESISTANCENakajima Mika

Mika Nakashima “RESISTANCE” Music Video

This is a classic by Mika Nakashima that, despite its slow tempo, features a strikingly tight beat and a wistful melody, making it a perfect fit for winter dance music.

Infused with a touch of reggae, the track showcases her musical range while adding an emotional hue to the winter season.

The chorus also employs clever wordplay, describing snow as angel wings.

LOVE RAIN ~Rain of Love~Kubota Toshinobu

Toshinobu Kubota – LOVE RAIN ~Koi no Ame~ [Official Video Short ver.]

This is a mid-tempo number by Toshinobu Kubota overflowing with the soul of funk.

While it carries a cool, adult atmosphere, it also showcases a beautiful melodic sensibility that captivates everyone from grown-ups to young listeners.

It’s a deeply layered track that especially suits dances on wintery, melancholy beaches and coastlines.

Dress DownAkimoto Kaoru

Kaoru Akimoto – Dress Down (Official Lyric Video)

This is a song that vividly evokes a neon-sparkling cityscape, sung with passion by Kaoru Akimoto.

After gaining attention overseas as Japanese city pop, a new lyric video was released in 2021.

It features that quintessential ’80s programmed R&B sound, which is a major part of its appeal.

The lyrics’ portrayal of a seductive woman leaves a strong impression, conveying the city’s scenery and the dangerous air of the night at the time of its release.

With its distinctive programmed rhythm tones, it’s a track that would also suit a laid-back dance.

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Almost LoveSILVA

Almost Love / SILVA

This is a dance track by Silva, who has captivated dedicated R&B fans from the Showa through the Heisei era.

The rich vocals and solid dance beat are so refined for club-ready dance music that it even saw a vinyl release.

Also note the melodic line, which remains heartfelt and listenable even in the colder seasons.

Time Is NowCAPSULE

the Time is Now | capsule

This is a track by CAPSULE, the music unit that includes Yasutaka Nakata, who is also well known as a music producer.

Its sound is reminiscent of video game music, crafted with digital timbres, and the pervasive sense of tension throughout is striking.

While the song incorporates rap, the sound takes precedence over the vocals, giving the impression that the focus is on experiencing the sonic textures.

Set against a steady rhythm, slightly varied phrases repeat, creating an eerie, floating sensation in the composition.

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GeorgeCharisma.com

Charisma.com – GEORGE

This is a song by Charisma.com with striking lyrics that vent questions and frustrations felt at work and in everyday life.

The heavy beats and airy tones convey a sense of instability and irritation.

The lyrics are packed with discontent, and as the track progresses, you can feel the anger growing.

By expressing anger directly, it gives the impression of releasing stress.

Following the expression in this song, how about trying to blow off some steam with a dance that lets your emotions out?

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