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[Latest & Classic Hits] Crowd-Pleasers! Top Western Songs Recommended for Cheer Dance

Cheer dance and cheerleading during break time—often considered one of the highlights of watching sports.

In recent years, more children have been taking up cheer dance as an extracurricular activity.

By the way, did you know that cheerleading focuses mainly on acrobatic moves, while cheer dance emphasizes striking choreography without those acrobatic elements?

Despite their differences, both pair well with upbeat, bright songs.

So this time, we’ve picked out a number of classics with that kind of vibe.

They’re also great as party tunes, so be sure to check them out to the end.

[Latest & Classic Songs] Get the Crowd Pumped! Top Western Tracks for Cheer Dance (71–80)

Pump ItThe Black Eyed Peas

The Black Eyed Peas – Pump It (Official Music Video)
Pump ItThe Black Eyed Peas

This masterwork by the Black Eyed Peas captivates with the powerful fusion of electropop and surf rock.

Released in 2005 by the American group and featured on their album Monkey Business, the track later appeared in the hit films Little Man and Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties.

Combining a sound that samples a Dick Dale song with a message to turn it up louder, it reached No.

18 on the U.S.

Billboard charts.

Its intensity and groove make it perfect for energizing the crowd as background music during school sports days and athletic competitions.

It also works as dance music, and its energetic, uplifting vibe makes it an ideal anthem for sports events.

Endless SummerAlan Walker & Zak Abel

Alan Walker & Zak Abel – Endless Summer (Official Music Video)
Endless SummerAlan Walker & Zak Abel

Alan Walker is a producer from Norway.

He’s a producer known not only on Norway’s dance scene but worldwide.

His collaboration with British singer Zak Abel is this track, “Endless Summer.” Centered on the theme of the end of summer, it’s wrapped in a hot, energetic vibe throughout.

The song’s structure is very orthodox and its musicality falls into the classic, mainstream category, making it a perfect match for major sporting events that draw large audiences.

Kings & QueensAva Max

Ava Max – Kings & Queens [Official Music Video]
Kings & QueensAva Max

Ava Max’s single released in March 2020 is a track marked by powerful vocals and a catchy melody.

Hailing from the United States, she achieved a global breakthrough with 2018’s “Sweet but Psycho,” and this song also became a major hit, peaking at No.

13 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100.

Known as a track from her debut album “Heaven & Hell,” it was also used as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “The! Sekai Gyoten News.” Up-tempo and colored throughout by glam rock-style guitar riffs, its lyrics convey a message of freedom and diversity.

It’s a perfect song for energizing sports events or party scenes, and an ideal choice for cheer dance choreography to boost team morale.

[Latest & Classic Hits] Get the Crowd Pumped! A Curated Selection of Western Songs Perfect for Cheer Dance (81–90)

ConfidentDemi Lovato

Demi Lovato – Confident (Official Video)
ConfidentDemi Lovato

An electro-pop number featuring a powerful drum beat and striking horn section has arrived from American artist Demi Lovato.

Centered on themes of self-affirmation and confidence, it conveys the importance of taking pride in your individuality without being constrained by society’s or others’ judgments.

Released in September 2015, the track serves as the title song of the album Confident, reaching No.

1 in Israel.

In the United States, it peaked at No.

21 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned platinum certification.

The music video, directed by filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, captivates with its action-packed storyline.

It’s a highly recommended track that’s perfect for energizing sports game breaks and livening up party scenes.

Fancy ft. Charli XCXIggy Azalea

Iggy Azalea – Fancy ft. Charli XCX
Fancy ft. Charli XCXIggy Azalea

Delivering an upbeat, energetic sound and powerful, dynamic music is Australian rapper Iggy Azalea.

Since its release in February 2014, this track sparked major buzz by holding the No.

1 spot on the U.S.

Billboard chart for seven consecutive weeks, brilliantly blending pop music and hip-hop.

Charli XCX’s catchy chorus pairs perfectly with the confident, positive message, creating an irresistible appeal that electrifies the entire venue.

Nominated in multiple categories at the 57th Grammy Awards and highly praised as a track from the album The New Classic, it’s the perfect song not only for sports days and dance events, but also for parties where everyone wants to get fired up.

Work B**chBritney Spears

Britney Spears – Work Bitch (Official Video)
Work B**chBritney Spears

Britney Spears, who reigns as a global pop star with her cute looks and sexy vocals.

Many people in Japan must have been captivated by her, too.

This is her 2013 track “Work B**ch.” Reading the lyrics might make you chuckle at how straightforward they are.

If you want something, you’ve got to put in the effort—work for it.

It’s the perfect song to play when you know that but just can’t get motivated.

Britney will give you a thorough scolding!

Waiting For LoveAvicii

Although he sadly passed away in 2018, Avicii is still a globally popular music producer, and this is one of his tracks.

It was released in 2015 and became a hit.

It’s EDM, yet it features a beautiful piano tone, making it a somewhat mysterious song.

The arrangement carries a touch of melancholy.

If you use it as BGM for a cheer dance, incorporating elegant choreography would likely work well.