[For Beginners] Classic EDM Songs in Western Music: A Collection of Popular, Hype Tracks
EDM—electronic dance music—often gets dismissed because people associate it with amped-up party crowds.
Perhaps many of you feel the same way.
While that image does exist, the definition of EDM, which spread rapidly from the late 2000s mainly in the U.
S.
, is actually quite fuzzy.
Within dance music, countless experiments have produced a wide range of styles, leading to global hit songs one after another—and their ripple effects have even influenced the sound of J-pop.
Although its momentum has eased somewhat in the 2020s, this article gathers signature and classic smash-hit EDM tracks for those who want to give the genre another listen.
Beginners are welcome to check them out!
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[For Beginners] Classic Western EDM Songs: A Compilation of Crowd-Pleasing Hits (41–50)
FinaleMadeon
Madeon is a French DJ and producer who has been active since 2005.
This track was released as a digital download in 2012 and became a hit across various European countries, reaching No.
1 on the Belgian charts.
During the 2012 London Olympics, the track was used in a commercial on the American TV network NBCSN.
[For Beginners] Classic Western EDM Tracks: A Collection of Crowd-Pleasers (51–60)
She Wolf (Falling To Pieces)David Guetta ft. Sia
A collaboration between French DJ and producer David Guetta and Australian singer-songwriter Sia.
It was first performed at the Belgian festival Tomorrowland in July 2012.
The music video was filmed in Iceland.
Who Wants To Be AloneTiësto ft. Nelly Furtado
A collaboration between Dutch DJ and producer Tiësto and Canadian singer-songwriter Nelly Furtado.
It was released in 2010.
It became a hit across various European countries and reached No.
1 on the charts in Poland.
Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?Moby
A track released in 1999 by American electronica musician Moby.
It became a hit across various European countries, reaching No.
4 on the charts in Switzerland and Austria.
The track has been remixed by artists such as ATB.
Till The Sky Falls DownDash Berlin
Dash Berlin is a Dutch electronic music group active since 2006.
The frontman, DJ Jeffrey Sutorius, was selected as the “Most Popular DJ” by DJ Magazine in 2013.
This track was released in 2007.
GreyhoundSwedish House Mafia
A monumental pillar of EDM that delivers a breathtaking performance on the club stage.
Its energetic beats and synths shake the dance floor.
Released in March 2012, this track dominated charts around the world.
The instrumental from Sweden’s Swedish House Mafia offers a moving experience that transcends words.
Also used to promote Absolut’s new drink and featured in the Spanish TV series Elite, it’s highly recommended even for those who’ve been curious about EDM but never had a starting point.
With this one track, you’re sure to get hooked on the allure of EDM!
Let Me Love YouDJ Snake ft. Justin Bieber
A collaboration between French electronic music producer DJ Snake and Canadian singer Justin Bieber.
It’s a track rumored to be about Justin’s ex-girlfriend, Selena Gomez.