[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 That Are Easy for Wotagei Beginners to Perform (41–50)
Love Breach WarningKimi ni, mune-kyun.
A poppy, energetic track that makes your heart flutter with romance! It’s a song by the idol group Kimi ni, Mune Kyun, released in December 2020.
The lyrics, which express uncontrollable feelings of love in a straightforward way, tickle the heart of anyone in love.
The uptempo rhythm and catchy melody boldly sound the alarm of unstoppable romance.
Whether you’re nursing a crush, nurturing a mutual relationship, or just about to embark on love, it’s a song that will make anyone’s heart skip.
It’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at live shows!
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?
Genesis of AquarionAKINO
If you’re looking for a song that really screams “wotagei,” how about trying it with “Sousei no Aquarion”? This track is the theme song for the TV anime Sousei no Aquarion, and even if you haven’t seen the show, the chorus is so famous that you’ll probably think, “Oh, I know this one!” It’s also a crucial pick because it gets the audience hyped easily.
Plus, during the chorus, the basic wotagei move “Romance” really stands out, making it an easy song to perform to.
Dreaming 15-year-oldSumairēji
S/mileage’s major-label debut captures the summer romances of 15-year-old girls, filled with gentle vocals and bittersweet feelings.
Eurobeat-style synths blend with a kayōkyoku-inspired melody, tenderly expressing the fluttery first loves unique to adolescence.
Depicting a girl’s heart swaying between idealized scenes—summer festivals, fireworks, seaside dates—and reality, the song was produced by Hello! Project’s renowned producer Tsunku♂.
Upon its May 2010 release, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon charts and went on to win the Best New Artist Award at the 52nd Japan Record Awards.
It’s a perfect track for those who want to relive the sweet-and-sour memories of youth or empathize with a down-to-earth teenage girl’s feelings of love.
Ashura-chanAdo
Packed with vibrant energy, “Ashura-chan” is a song whose choreography even beginners at wotagei can enjoy.
It features an explosive, high-powered horn section and a structure that makes clapping and call-and-response easy to follow with the rhythm.
Ado’s powerful vocals burst forth throughout, captivating listeners.
It’s a perfect pick for fostering a sense of unity at events and parties, and a high-tension track that boosts your motivation to dance!
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI
Characterized by resonant melodies and powerful lyrics, “Highest Altitude” is a song that inspires listeners with courage.
Depicting the pursuit of dreams, it features a rhythmic beat that even beginners in wotagei will find easy to take on.
Its strong, message-driven composition captivates audiences and is perfect for elevating any event.
From school festivals to weddings, it will add vibrant color to performances in a variety of settings.
It’s a highly recommended track for anyone looking to start wotagei.
lemonYonezu Kenshi
The perfect song for performing wotagei at a wedding reception or a company farewell party is “Lemon.” It was released in 2018 by Kenshi Yonezu, a musician who also works as the Vocaloid producer Hachi.
Its slowly unfolding tempo suits dramatic moments perfectly.
Using yellow penlights that evoke “lemon” is also recommended to create a sense of unity.
Keep snappy, well-defined movements in mind, and deliver a dynamic performance that peaks with the chorus.
How about presenting heartfelt wotagei to make an emotional moment even more moving?
