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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)

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!

[For Beginners] Recommended Songs That Are Easy for Wotagei Beginners to Perform (51–60)

Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

[Momoclo MV] Go for it! Phantom Thief Girl / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER / IKUZE! KAITOU SHOUJO)
Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

A conceptual work themed around phantom thieves, it unfolds a cute story about stealing fans’ hearts.

It’s a major-label debut packed with all the charms of Momoiro Clover Z.

Produced by Kenichi Maeyamada, the piece perfectly marries a world inspired by the animated film Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro with a bold musical structure that modulates from A minor to E-flat minor.

After its release in May 2010, it was featured as the opening theme for TBS’s Rank Kingdom, drawing significant attention.

The choreography includes the “Ebizori Jump” devised by Kanako Momota, which has become a highlight of their live performances.

It’s the perfect track for music fans seeking a high-energy idol song.

FiNAL DANCEBiS

BiS / “FiNAL DANCE(Special Edit)”
FiNAL DANCEBiS

An artist from Osaka City who has drawn attention with a distinctive expressive style that breaks the conventional mold of idols and with unconventional performances.

In May 2013, she joined the idol group BiS and released unique tracks with diverse musicality, including punk rock and noise music.

With refined vocal ability and an overwhelming presence, she brought a fresh breeze to the music scene.

After working energetically as a member of BiS and its disbandment in July 2014, she formed BILLIE IDLE®.

Alongside her music career, she has broadened her activities as an actress and TV personality, captivating many fans with her cheerful personality and conversational skills.

She’s an artist recommended for those who want to enjoy music freely, without being bound by existing frameworks.

Shut up.Ado

“Ussaewa” I Tried Doing Wotagei in a Shrine Maiden Outfit [Ado]
Shut up.Ado

Ado’s major-label debut single “Usseewa,” released in 2020, became a massive hit with its snappy lyrics and melody spreading mainly through social media, eventually becoming a song sung and recognized by people of all ages.

While it also makes an impactful dance track, it turns into a very cool number when performed with wotagei.

Depending on where you showcase it, a well-known, singable song really draws attention.

It’s a track that feels refreshing to perform, too!

Grand EscapeRADWIMPS feat. Miura Tōko

[Wotagei] Performed “Grand Escape” from the film Weathering With You / RADWIMPS feat. Toko Miura in front of about 200 spectators!
Grand EscapeRADWIMPS feat. Miura Tōko

Grand Escape, which became a hit as the theme song for Makoto Shinkai’s animated film Weathering with You.

Although the song has a refreshing feel, it flows gently and softly up to the chorus, and then the tempo picks up a bit and really showcases itself in the chorus, making it a beginner-friendly track to perform.

Up to the chorus, focus on executing each movement carefully and deliberately.

Combined with the song’s atmosphere, it’s sure to become a fantastical wotagei performance.

Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

[ATARASHII GAKKO! (Leaders)] We Did Wotagei to “Otona Blue,” But… [Wakamaru, iza, HawkEye, Shun, Hiro-P] #shorts
Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

“Otonablue,” the track released by Atarashii Gakko no Leaders, is perfect for wotagei as well.

Its melody line, reminiscent of Showa-era kayōkyoku, feels familiar and is simple enough for wotagei beginners to pick up.

The rhythmic beat serves as a guide for choreography and sparks ideas for new performances.

Wotagei performed to this song conveys a sense of fun to audiences and helps enliven social settings.

Accessible to people of all ages, this song is a recommended tune for a wide range of events.

Idol Life Starter PackiLiFE!

[MV] Idol Life Starter Pack / iLiFE! [Call Video]
Idol Life Starter PackiLiFE!

iLiFE! is a female idol group centered around J-POP.

They held a pre-debut live show at Shibuya Stream Hall in June 2020 and made their official debut the following month at Shibuya Veats.

Valuing close interaction with fans, they showcase their appeal through catchy melodies and energetic performances.

Their 2022 album “iLiFE Starter Pack” reached No.

9 on the Billboard JAPAN comprehensive album chart and No.

7 on the Oricon Weekly Album Ranking.

They’ve also generated significant buzz on TikTok and other social media, were selected in Mynavi Teens Lab’s 2022 Trend Ranking, and enjoy strong support from the social media generation.

With bright, lively stage performances and the unique charm of each member, they’re a highly recommended group.

In conclusion

We’ve introduced some recommended songs for beginners to wotagei.

Some of them are for advanced performers, but since you’re at it, aiming for that level could be great too! Be sure to put on a wotagei performance that’s fun both for those doing it and for those watching!