[Back to the ’90s!] Dance music in Western pop that was a hit in the 1990s
The 1990s were a period in which electronic music saw remarkable growth compared to any previous era.
Genres like Eurobeat and dance-pop attracted particular attention and went on to influence modern styles such as artcore and deep house.
In this piece, I’d like to introduce dance music from the 1990s.
Alongside global smash hits, I’ve also included more niche tracks with a Eurobeat flavor.
For those interested in the evolution of electronic music, there are many must-hear tracks here, so please take your time and enjoy.
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[Back to the ’90s!] Dance music from Western hits of the 1990s (11–20)
What Is LoveHaddaway
Haddaway is a German singer-songwriter who was hugely successful in the 1990s.
He was a major artist of that era and is still highly regarded by fans of Eurodance and electronica today.
One of his signature songs is What Is Love.
It became a massive hit worldwide and blends Eurodance with elements of Black music.
If you like bold, stylish tracks, be sure to give it a listen.
SometimesBritney Spears
It’s a nostalgic, mid-tempo love song from Britney Spears, where she still has that fresh, innocent charm.
Her dancing in a white outfit against a blue ocean backdrop is striking.
While she often uses bold expressions in her lyrics, here she tenderly sings about young love, which is really cute.
In the music video, her silky hair and natural makeup give off a very pure vibe.
This Is How We Do ItMontell Jordan
A track released as a single in 1995 by American R&B artist Montell Jordan.
It became a breakout hit, reaching No.
1 on the charts in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.
The music video was directed by Hype Williams, who has also worked on projects for Nicki Minaj, Jay-Z, and Beyoncé.
Be My LoverLa Bouche
Europe has a thriving dance music scene.
Germany in particular is known for its strong popularity in dance and electronic music.
Representing Germany is the dance music duo La Bouche.
They’re known for a sound rooted in Eurodance and house, and they released a number of global hit songs.
One of their classic tracks is Be My Lover.
While many people associate Eurodance with a poppy vibe, this song has a stylish and cool atmosphere.
Better Off AloneAlice DeeJay
Alice Deejay, a Eurodance artist representing the Netherlands.
Her Eurodance leans strongly toward trance, and compared to other Eurodance artists, her music has a distinctly unique style.
One of her signature tracks is Better Off Alone.
This song was a huge hit in Japan and Europe in the 1990s, and it’s a powerful Eurodance number from start to finish.
The tempo isn’t that fast, so it’s recommended for those who want to dance at a relaxed pace!
Shook OnesMobb Deep
As a hip-hop duo, they were the most successful at the time.
This track depicts life in the Queensbridge housing projects in Long Island, New York, where Havoc—one half of Mobb Deep—grew up.
Hip-hop experienced an enormous boom in the ’90s.
While some rappers leaned into political and social commentary and others focused on club anthems, these two combined both approaches with a strong, assertive voice, which is likely why they achieved explosive success.
[Back to the ’90s!] Western dance music hits from the 1990s (21–30)
Everybody EverybodyBlack Box
Black Box is an Italian house music group that was active from the 1980s to the early 1990s.
Their track “Everybody Everybody” is a collaboration with singer-songwriter Martha Wash.
The song is very famous and was released in many countries.
Although it came out in 1989, it’s still loved by house music listeners today.
Be sure to check it out!