[2026] Get the Party Started with Dance and Choreography! A Roundup of Western Songs Perfect for Performances

Shake It OffTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – “Shake It Off” (with Japanese subtitles)

This song by Taylor Swift is packed with the charm of dance-pop.

It expresses a positive attitude that doesn’t give in to criticism through a lively beat and saxophone lines.

Featured on the album 1989, it marked a turning point from country to pop.

It received huge acclaim, including reaching No.

1 on the Billboard charts.

In the music video, Swift herself showcases a variety of dance styles.

Whether you love dancing or are a complete beginner, hop on the rhythm of this track and just dance!

The LovecatsThe Cure

The Cure – The Lovecats

Over a track with a bass-heavy, swing-like melody line and vocals that sound spaced out, Robert Smith is doing a strange dance.

Lots of cats appear as well.

The other members are also dressed in cat costumes, dancing in a circle.

JerichoThe Prodigy

The Prodigy – Jericho

This work is characterized by shocking beats that shake the dance floor and a driving, high-speed rhythm.

Known as one of The Prodigy’s signature tracks, it was released in September 1992.

It reached No.

11 on the UK Singles Chart and is included on their debut album, Experience.

Its innovative electronic sound and repeatedly catchy phrases are captivating.

Paired with lyrics that urge you to dance, it draws listeners into a frenzy on the floor.

Guaranteed to light up rave parties and club events! A perfect track for anyone seeking an energetic vibe.

Nellie the ElephantThe Toy Dolls

Toy Dolls – Nellie the Elephant (We’re Mad, Sunderland, UK, 1984)

The Toy Dolls are a British punk rock band.

The frontman, Olga, has an irresistibly quirky dance with indescribably odd moves.

The overall feel of their songs and the way they give Japanese titles are also intriguing.

Released in 1982, this work is based on a traditional English nursery rhyme, arranged in a punk style.

Big Time SensualityBjörk

Big Time Sensuality

Björk is an artist from Iceland.

In the music video for this work, from beginning to end, it only shows Björk dancing while riding on what looks like the back of a truck.

Meanwhile, the truck keeps moving through the city.

Björk seems to be dancing just as she feels.

Released in 1993.

Whip ItDevo

DEVO “Whip It” [Official Music Video]

The band members perform wearing strange objects on their heads that look like upside-down mortars.

Surrounding them are cowboys who seem the least connected to their mechanical, emotionless music.

There are plenty of moments to comment on, like the whip cracking in perfect sync with the track and the abrupt ending.

Released in 1980.

Eat ItWeird Al Yankovic

“Weird Al” Yankovic – Eat It (Official 4K Video)

As you might guess from the title, it’s a parody of Michael Jackson’s hit song “Beat It.” In addition to this, “Weird Al” Yankovic delivered thoroughly funny parody dances, such as turning Madonna’s “Like a Virgin” into “Like a Surgeon.”