Recommended club and dance music

Recommended songs for robot dancing

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

One of the techniques in popping animation dance: the robot dance.

It became a hot topic after Michael Jackson and other renowned dancers incorporated it, and it remains a beloved style of street dance today.

If you’ve found your way to this article, you might already be dancing the robot!

This time, based on feedback we received from street dancers, we researched tracks that are easy to use for robot dance, as well as songs that gained recognition after being used at major competitions.

From those, we carefully selected the most popular ones—so if any of them make you think, “That’s it!” give them a try.

Recommended songs for robot dancing (21–30)

High You AreWhat So Not

High You Are

High You AreWhat So Not

This track pioneers a new frontier in electronic music.

Released in October 2013, it took the Australian music scene by storm.

With its airy, floating sound and lyrics that yearn for freedom and release, it invites listeners into a dreamlike world.

Showcasing What So Not’s distinctive sound design, the song is a hit in clubs and at festivals alike.

It’s recommended for those who want to escape reality through music or discover a new side of themselves.

The danceable beat and pleasant melody pair perfectly with robot dance moves, making it a highly recommended track.

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ClearCybotron

Clear

ClearCybotron

Here’s a track from early ’80s Detroit electro.

Even though it’s also “electro,” it’s a completely different thing from the French electro of Daft Punk and others after 2005.

This one is by Cybotron, an alias of Detroit techno pioneer Juan Atkins.

The video isn’t, strictly speaking, robot dancing—sorry about that—but I think the signature techno sounds fit perfectly.

When I listen to tracks from this era, I feel there are elements that connect to hip-hop—like Afrika Bambaataa—since they’re both forms of Black music, and you can hear that in Detroit electro too.

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Recommended Songs for Robot Dance (31–40)

Lean OnMajor Lazer

Major Lazer & DJ Snake – Lean On (feat. MØ) [Official Lyric Video]

Lean OnMajor Lazer

A unique track that fuses electropop and moombahton, it became a massive hit worldwide.

The lyrics—about the recklessness of youth, the anxieties that come with age, and the importance of supporting each other—leave a strong impression.

Released on March 2, 2015, it’s included on Major Lazer’s album Peace Is the Mission.

The music video was filmed in India and drew attention for its Bollywood-style dance scenes.

With its energetic sound and heartfelt lyrics, it’s a perfect pick for anyone who wants to enjoy dancing or liven up a party.

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DeltaMøme

Delta

DeltaMøme

This track is included on Panorama, the album released in November 2016 by Memme, an electronic musician from France.

Perhaps reflecting its creation during a trip to Australia, it conveys a relaxed vibe with tropical elements.

The fusion of gentle beats and electronic sounds is striking, incorporating touches of chillwave and synthwave.

Its performance style—rich with a live feel through expressive use of guitar and keyboards—is also compelling.

The piece is said to bring listeners a calm and pleasant mood, making it a recommended pick for those who want to groove to a laid-back robot dance.

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HandsPoint Point

Point Point – Hands (feat. Denai Moore)

HandsPoint Point

This is a track by Point Point that has been making waves in the electronic music scene.

Its distinctive sound, incorporating elements of future bass, leaves a strong impression, and it was released in April 2017.

The lyrics carry a message of self-liberation, conveying a strong will to break free from the shackles of the past.

The music video depicts a story set against the backdrop of war, linking to the song’s weighty themes.

The blend of electronic music and emotional lyrics is masterfully executed, making it a track that resonates deeply with listeners.

It might be the perfect choice when you want to combine mechanical movements with human emotional expression while doing a robot dance.

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In conclusion

So far, we’ve introduced several songs that seem well-suited for robot dance, including ones that were actually used in competitions and became well-known.

Did you find any you like or want to try? You might be surprised how much you get into it once you start dancing to the music—so I hope you’ll give it a try!