Popular Western dance songs [Western music ranking]

ShockwaveR3HAB & Afrojack22rank/position

R3HAB & Afrojack – Shockwave (Official Music Video)

High-energy EMD tracks often evoke the image of club fun, don’t they? With that in mind, let me introduce “Shockwave,” a perfect fit for getting the crowd hyped in a club.

This track is a collaboration by Moroccan music producer R3hab and Dutch DJ Afrojack, featuring vocals by Aura.

The song even includes a message encouraging everyone to raise their hands.

Dance along while you listen, and you’re sure to feel a sense of unity.

Scary Monsters And Nice SpritesSkrillex23rank/position

Skrillex – Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites (Official Audio)

This track is known as one of Skrillex’s signature songs that dominated the EDM scene of the 2010s.

Establishing a new paradigm for dubstep, it’s a masterpiece that fuses explosive energy with delicate melodies.

Its uniquely compelling world blends cinematic grandeur with high-energy dynamism.

It’s also the title track of the EP released in October 2010, and it went double platinum in the United States.

The song became a hit in countries around the world, including Australia and Canada.

Highly recommended for those who want to fully experience the appeal of EDM or explore new possibilities in music.

I Don’t Wanna WaitDavid Guetta & OneRepublic24rank/position

David Guetta & OneRepublic – I Don’t Wanna Wait (Official Video)

This collaboration between French EDM maestro David Guetta and the popular American band OneRepublic is a dance anthem that truly embodies the passion of summer.

Centered on the theme of savoring the present moment to the fullest, it channels the protagonist’s determination to seize time with a loved one and the brilliance of life without waiting, all wrapped in an energetic sound.

Released in April 2024, the track also features a nostalgic touch by sampling O-Zone’s classic hit.

It’s perfect for peak moments at beach parties and festivals.

Plus, for anyone feeling worn out by daily life, this song is recommended as a source of uplifting energy and courage.

Bounce GenerationTJR & VINAI25rank/position

TJR & VINAI – Bounce Generation (Original Mix)

How about a techno sound with a glamorous feel? It’s a track by TJR—who’s at the forefront of the bounce scene—and the Italian EDM group VINAI.

With a steadily intensifying buildup, you can’t help but get hyped.

All Night (feat. Ally Brooke)Afrojack26rank/position

Afrojack – All Night (feat. Ally Brooke) [Official Lyric Video]

His tracks are catchy and happy—perhaps a bit lacking in novelty, conversely—but this might be the kind of mood that defines a lowest-common-denominator anthem in club music.

In 2020, I have a feeling listeners will be split cleanly into “love it” or “hate it.” But that’s when you’re listening on earphones; I feel it’s an indispensable number for peak-time at a festival, like in the music video.

So, which side are you on?

FadedAlan Walker27rank/position

Alan Walker – Faded

Alan Walker is a globally acclaimed music producer from the UK and Norway, known for his distinctive sound that fuses electronic with pop/rock.

This work is the track that brought his name to worldwide attention, released in December 2015.

Its lyrics express the longing to search for something lost, and the song’s structure—starting with a dreamy piano melody and gradually building—leaves a strong impression.

The music video, shot in Estonia, also drew attention and has surpassed 2 billion views on YouTube.

It’s a perfect track not only for club settings but also for quiet, contemplative moments.

U Can’t Touch ThisMC Hammer28rank/position

M.C. Hammer – U Can’t Touch This

Released in 1990, “U Can’t Touch This” is the mega-hit with which M.

C.

Hammer took the world by storm.

The song features a distinctive dance rhythm and catchy phrases that instantly lift listeners’ spirits.

Its appeal has been recognized by music fans around the globe, earning both Best Rap Video and Best Dance Video at the 1990 MTV Video Music Awards.

It also won multiple Grammy Awards and topped the charts.

As one of M.

C.

Hammer’s signature works, this classic is still loved by many today.

Be sure to check it out!