[For Beginners] Recommended Songs That Are Easy for Beginners to Perform Wotagei
“Wotagei”—some of you may have once thought of it as a quirky subculture, but by now it’s firmly established as a performance art.
It’s been featured on TV and has become widely recognized.
Along with that, we’re seeing more and more situations where people perform wotagei at company parties, school festivals, and even as wedding entertainment.
In this article, we’re picking out J-pop tracks recommended for beginners who are about to start dancing wotagei! We’ve researched songs with the themes of “easy to dance to” and “easy to hit” (i.e., perform moves to).
We’ve selected tracks that are sure to energize the crowd—use them to make your performance a success!
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[For Beginners] Recommended Songs Easy for Wotagei Beginners to Perform (31–40)
SPECIALZKing Gnu
“SPECIALZ” is a captivating track with a distinctive rhythm and melody that instantly draws listeners into its world.
It’s also used as the opening theme for the anime Jujutsu Kaisen and can be considered one of King Gnu’s signature works.
Characterized by a powerful, gripping beat, it leaves a very cool impression.
The sharp melodic lines of each part create a sense of unity with fellow dancers and are sure to heat up the atmosphere of the moment even more.
Christmas songback number
When it comes to love songs, back number enjoys unwavering popularity.
Their track “Christmas Song,” released as a single in 2015, was also used as the theme song for the drama “From Five to Nine: The Monk Who Fell in Love with Me.” As the title suggests, it’s become a staple Christmas tune.
With its relaxed tempo yet solid groove that you can dance to and clap along with, it might be a great choice to perform at occasions like weddings, given the song’s content.
My instincts were spot on, and it’s frustrating.zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni’s “Kan Saete Kuyashiiwa.” The lyrics, which portray the tangled human relationships of the social media era, really hit home.
Not being able to express your feelings well, your love for someone becoming a burden… It puts into words emotions everyone has felt.
The song has a clear, translucent sound, and when doing wotagei, the key is to express the world the track creates.
Make your hand movements large, but always graceful.
Try dancing with that atmosphere in mind.
A Man’s Badge of HonorShima Daisuke
Famous for evoking a yankee (delinquent) vibe, the song “Otoko no Kunshō” (“A Man’s Medal of Honor”) was originally released as a single by Daisuke Shima in 1982.
More recently, the version sung by the “Kyoore Band,” formed by the cast of the drama “From Today, It’s My Turn!!,” became a hot topic and turned the song into a hit again.
Since people of all ages know this song, it could make for a hype wotagei routine in just about any setting.
Wearing a school uniform (gakuran) while performing, or doing it with a big group, would likely make it even more exciting!
Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon
Linked Horizon’s “Guren no Yumiya,” released in 2013.
As the theme song for the anime Attack on Titan, it became a massive hit along with the show.
It’s a track I highly recommend for beginners who want to make their wotagei look impressive—cool and stylish.
Just listening to it conjures the anime’s world in your mind, and even those who haven’t read the manga or watched the anime will feel the song’s grand sense of scale.
It’s a piece that shines in the darkness with glow sticks, delivering a thrilling rush that will make even the audience’s hearts race.
[For Beginners] Recommended Songs That Are Easy for Wotagei Beginners to Perform (41–50)
idolYOASOBI
Music that adds color to our everyday lives is now becoming the heart of a whole new festive craze.
In particular, YOASOBI’s “Idol,” from the duo known for “Racing into the Night,” has an irresistible appeal with its popping rhythm and comfortable melody line that makes it easy for anyone to groove and naturally get moving.
There are plenty of choreography videos on various social media platforms, so it’s fun to find one that suits you and do a cover.
If you have it ready for a company event or a private party, it’s sure to light up the atmosphere in an instant.
With the audience’s expectations in mind, make a dazzling debut with YOASOBI’s “Idol.”
loveHoshino Gen
Gen Hoshino’s “Koi,” which became the theme song for the drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu) and a massive hit alongside the show, is a staple dance track thanks to the “Koi Dance” that plays during the ending credits and sparked a huge craze.
If you’re thinking of doing wotagei at a wedding reception or after-party, this is the song I recommend.
Even if you’re hesitant about the Koi Dance, wotagei will bring a different kind of excitement! It’s a wotagei-friendly song that’s easy to perform even for beginners and in small groups, don’t you think?