It’s lit! Western dance tracks that always kill at school culture festivals

LightsBTS

BTS ‘Lights’ Official MV

A laid-back song by BTS (Bangtan Boys), whose popularity is exploding in Japan.

It’s sung in Japanese, making it easy for anyone to connect with, and the rap—true to their roots as a hip-hop group—is outstanding.

It’s a track that both men and women can dance to, and if you listen while understanding the lyrics and taking in their message, it will make your school festival all the more dramatic.

Here With Me Feat. CHVRCHESMarshmello

Marshmello – Here With Me Feat. CHVRCHES (Official Music Video)

A hit song released in June 2019 by Marshmello, the globally popular DJ and music producer, featuring the British pop band CHVRCHES.

Marshmello is so popular that his YouTube channel has over 30 million subscribers, and his releases are supported in Japan as well, especially among younger audiences.

The sound and vocals in this track are a perfect match—you can listen to it on repeat and never get tired of it!

We Will Rock You (Spuds Remix)Queen

Queen – We Will Rock You (Spuds Remix)

Even many middle and high school students might know it.

It’s a remix of one of the signature songs by the world-famous rock band Queen.

It’s a danceable track, but since a lot of the original remains, it’s also recommended for those who want to enjoy rock.

작은 것들을 위한 시 (Boy With Luv) feat. HalseyBTS

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘작은 것들을 위한 시 (Boy With Luv) (feat. Halsey)’ Official MV

BTS, also known as Bangtan Sonyeondan, is a South Korean male hip-hop group that debuted in 2013.

The group’s name is said to mean stopping the oppression and prejudice directed at teens and people in their twenties, and protecting their own music.

Their sharp, synchronized dancing by seven handsome members is really cool.

If you could completely copy their moves and dance, it would definitely hype up the crowd.

Shake It OffTaylor Swift

Taylor Swift – Shake It Off

Taylor Swift originally debuted as a country singer, but these days she has more pop, up-tempo songs.

This track is even more danceable and popular, so it’s sure to get everyone excited.

The love songs she writes resonate strongly with today’s youth.

Kill This LoveBLACKPINK

BLACKPINK – ‘Kill This Love’ M/V

BLACKPINK has become popular worldwide as an idol group originating from K-pop.

“Kill This Love” is one of their signature songs.

Many middle and high school students who like K-pop may be familiar with it.

With its cool, dark-themed dance music style, it’s recommended as background music for dance performances or as an entrance song.

DuraDaddy Yankee

Daddy Yankee ft. Bad Bunny, Natti Natasha & Becky G – Dura REMIX (Lyric Video)

He is a reggae artist from San Juan, Puerto Rico, and his 2004 single “Gasolina” became a massive hit.

It’s said to be rare for a Spanish-language song to keep charting like that.

The track is also well known in Japan as the song used in Honda’s STEP WGN SPADA commercial.

Let’s fire up the campus festival with this Spanish-language reggae track!