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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)

Christmas songback number

I tried doing otagei to back number’s “Christmas Song” ^_^
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.

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.

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.

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!

loveHoshino Gen

[Gen Hoshino] Koi Dance Wotagei || Koi Dance – Wotagei [NGR]
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?