[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!] Western dance music hits from the 1990s (51–60)
VogueMadonna
Madonna has continued to thrive since her debut in the 1980s as the Queen of Pop.
The single cut from her 1990 album is this song, Vogue.
This track is not only one of her hits but is also known as a dance classic that has gone down in the history of pop music.
Go WestPet Shop Boys
This song is a cover; it was originally a hit by the American band Village People.
The title is said to derive from a speech by a politician from the American Westward Expansion era, and the song was sung in search of a place of gay liberation on the West Coast.
It is also said that the Pet Shop Boys performed it influenced by the end of the Cold War.
The song later gained popularity and was even covered in Japan.
LOVIN’ YOUJanet Kay
The reggae cover of Minnie Riperton’s Loving You, known for its striking high notes in the chorus, was done by the British reggae singer Janet Kay.
The year this track was released, 1991, marked the 10th anniversary of reggae legend Bob Marley’s passing.
Nas Is LikeNas
Nas is a rap and hip-hop artist from New York, USA.
This cool track, produced by DJ Premier, is a classic hip-hop song released in 1999 and can be considered an eternal standard.
[Back to the ’90s!] Western dance music hits from the 1990s (61–70)
Whoomp! (There It Is)Tag Team
A track released in 1993 by Tag Team.
It samples the electro and disco track “I’m Ready” by Italy’s Kano and “Whoot, There It Is” by 95 South.
The music video, which depicts an outdoor party, was filmed in Atlanta.
Mo Money Mo Problems (feat. Puff Daddy & Mase)The Notorious B.I.G.
A gangsta rap track released in 1997 by The Notorious B.
I.
G.
The slick rhythm and choral work shine, but the song’s subject is a harsh money problem.
As your income goes up and you get rich, life gets easier but you’re more likely to get dragged into trouble.
He’s a gangster, not a regular working stiff.
The man in this song doesn’t hesitate to take risks to get money.
He refuses to lose any confrontation.
It makes you realize there are worlds like this out there.
TEMPTATIONCORINA
Corina, a singer from the United States who was hugely active in the early 1990s, is an artist known for freestyle and dance-pop.
Rather than straightforward, orthodox dance-pop, she mixes in elements of synth-pop.
This classic track of hers, released in April 1991, is a chic and smooth dance tune with a stylish vibe throughout.
Its lyrics, depicting temptation and inner conflict in love, resonated with listeners.
It reached No.
6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became a big hit on the dance floor.
Highly recommended if you’re looking for a catchy, groovy dance number.