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[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!

[For Beginners] Recommended Songs That Are Easy for Wotagei Beginners to Perform (41–50)

Sorry for Being Cute (feat. Capi)HONEY WORKS

[Ikachun] Sorry for Being Cute / HoneyWorks – Tried Dancing with Wotagei! [Zero-uchi]
Sorry for Being Cute (feat. Capi)HONEY WORKS

“Kawaikute Gomen (feat.

Kapi)” captivates with its bright, poppy melody and lyrics.

It celebrates self-expression and the joy of embracing your true self.

Its cute phrases make it easy to catch the rhythm even for beginners in wotagei, and naturally lift the listener’s mood.

It conveys the fun of asserting yourself without worrying about others, making it a recommended track for anyone who values individuality.

Genesis of AquarionAKINO

Otaku Dance at the School Festival @ Tsurushiro Festival 2017 [FlashBack & Genesis of Aquarion]
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.

Ashura-chanAdo

[Ashura-chan/Ado] Tried doing wotagei using moves even beginners can do! [Yukino] #shorts #Ashura-chan #Ado
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!

Love Breach WarningKimi ni, mune-kyun.

[Wotagei] Love Breakdown Warning [Rate × Shijima × Denpachi]
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!

Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI

[Peak Reach] Tried Wotagei to SEKAI NO OWARI! [ONE PIECE] [Weird Squid] #shorts
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

[NGR] Kenshi Yonezu 'Lemon' [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?

DynamiteBTS

[BTS] Dynamite – Tried expressing it with Wotagei [JKz]
DynamiteBTS

If you’re a beginner at wotagei, you probably want a bit of impact beyond just showing your moves, right? In terms of impactful song choice, BTS’s “Dynamite” might be a perfect pick.

Released digitally in 2020, it’s a BTS single sung entirely in English that became a hot topic around the world.

Thanks to its high recognition, it could be well-suited for performing wotagei at weddings or in front of audiences spanning a wide range of ages.

Combining dance with wotagei—dancing while doing wotagei—also looks really cool!