[2025] Recommended for Summer! A Roundup of Dance Music in Western Pop

DynamiteBTS

BTS (방탄소년단) ‘Dynamite’ Official MV

BTS, the Korean idol group that’s hugely popular in Japan as well.

If you’re in your teens or twenties, you probably know them.

Among their many hit songs, Dynamite is an especially perfect dance number for summer.

It’s the track that helped catapult BTS’s popularity worldwide.

With strong pop elements, it features a melody that’s easy for anyone to enjoy, and it also has the upbeat vibe characteristic of dance numbers.

That’s why it’s an excellent fit for summer driving music.

Me Porto BonitoBad Bunny ft. Chencho Corleone

Bad Bunny ft. Chencho Corleone – Me Porto Bonito (Video Oficial) | Un Verano Sin Ti

If you’re looking to enjoy summer with upbeat Latin music, I recommend Me Porto Bonito.

It features two leading figures in Latin music, Bad Bunny and Chencho, and carries an overall reggaeton and dancehall reggae vibe.

You’ll also notice elements reminiscent of hip-hop, so rap fans should enjoy it as well.

Be sure to add it to your summer driving playlist!

Chase It (Mmm Da Da Da)Bebe Rexha

Bebe Rexha – Chase It (Mmm Da Da Da) [Official Music Video]

It’s a dance-pop anthem released by Bebe Rexha in May 2024 that fuses energetic beats with a catchy melody.

A message brimming with freedom and confidence is memorably highlighted by the rhythmic “Mm, da-da-da” phrase.

The track reflects Rexha’s personal growth, conveying the importance of living true to yourself over a breezy sound.

When it premiered at the Coachella music festival in April 2024, it reportedly captivated the audience.

It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for summer parties or as a driving soundtrack.

SummerCalvin Harris

Calvin Harris – Summer (Official Video)

Calvin Harris is a world-renowned music producer who has created numerous hit songs—a top producer, without question.

He has many works themed around summer, and among them, the one I especially recommend is “Summer.” It’s an incredibly energetic EDM track that captures the vibrant atmosphere of the season.

Perfect not only for barbecues, but also for driving and parties!

MiracleCalvin Harris, Ellie Goulding

Calvin Harris, Ellie Goulding – Miracle (Official Video)

A perfect track to color your summer nights is the collaboration between Calvin Harris and Ellie Goulding.

It features a dynamic rhythm that feels like kicking up sand on the beach and a melody that evokes a pleasant breeze.

As the chorus hits, the tempo picks up sharply, amplifying the sense of momentum.

Released in March 2023, the song made a big splash, charting in 20 countries.

The lyrics—asking for forgiveness from a loved one—are memorable, making it a must-have for drives and parties.

Its soaring euphoria against a clear sky is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy the hotter season.

Why not add it to your favorite playlist?

DesireCalvin Harris, Sam Smith

Calvin Harris, Sam Smith – Desire (Official Video)

A Eurobeat track has arrived to answer that urge to dance while holding onto summer heat and the ache of love! This work reunites Scottish super hitmaker Calvin Harris and Sam Smith, known for their soul-stirring vocals.

Released on July 28, 2023, this song is guaranteed to set the dance floor on fire.

Calvin Harris’s sophisticated beats and Sam Smith’s emotive voice blend perfectly, gripping listeners’ hearts and never letting go.

It’s the ideal soundtrack for midsummer drives and parties—a song that truly colors this summer.

Bam Bam ft. Ed SheeranCamila Cabello

Camila Cabello – Bam Bam (Official Music Video) ft. Ed Sheeran

Singer Camila Cabello, who made headlines after breaking up with longtime boyfriend and singer Shawn Mendes, has Cuban roots and centers her music around Latin sounds.

Her collaboration with Ed Sheeran, Bam Bam ft.

Ed Sheeran, features lyrics that evoke Shawn Mendes, but instead of being wistful, the song is wrapped in a lively, summery melody.