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[Latest & Classic Hits] Crowd-Pleasers! Top Western Songs Recommended for Cheer Dance

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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Cheer dance and cheerleading during break time—often considered one of the highlights of watching sports.

In recent years, more children have been taking up cheer dance as an extracurricular activity.

By the way, did you know that cheerleading focuses mainly on acrobatic moves, while cheer dance emphasizes striking choreography without those acrobatic elements?

Despite their differences, both pair well with upbeat, bright songs.

So this time, we’ve picked out a number of classics with that kind of vibe.

They’re also great as party tunes, so be sure to check them out to the end.

[Latest & Classic Songs] Get the Crowd Pumped! Top Western Tracks for Cheer Dance (71–80)

Bad HabitsEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Bad Habits [Official Video]

Bad HabitsEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran is a British singer-songwriter who has released global smash hits like “Shape of You” and “Perfect.” When it comes to his musical style, many people probably picture pop with strong acoustic elements.

Recently, he has also been putting energy into dance music, and among those tracks, “Bad Habits” is a particularly stylish work.

The song was created with a vampire theme in mind, and its melody blends a dangerous vibe with an upbeat, danceable feel.

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Bang BangJessie J ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj

Jessie J – Bang Bang ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj

Bang BangJessie J ft. Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj

It’s an upbeat, high-energy track.

As you can tell from the video, the rhythm makes it very easy to step to, and if you add choreography, it should be easy to arrange.

Viewers will surely get into the groove, too.

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CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake – CAN’T STOP THE FEELING! (from DreamWorks Animation’s “TROLLS”) (Official Video)

CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!Justin Timberlake

Justin Timberlake, an American artist known for catchy and stylish R&B, is also active as an actor, so many of you may already know him.

Among his songs, a great recommendation for cheer dance background music is “CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!” The falsetto in the chorus is incredibly catchy and gives off a bright vibe.

Doesn’t that make it a perfect fit for cheer dance, which often uses upbeat tracks?

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[Latest & Classic Hits] Get the Crowd Pumped! A Curated Selection of Western Songs Perfect for Cheer Dance (81–90)

Here With Me Feat. CHVRCHESMarshmello

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

Here With Me Feat. CHVRCHESMarshmello

Here With Me, released by Marshmello—the house producer with the cute, marshmallow-headed look—as part of a charity effort, is a song that warms a lonely heart.

It features CHVRCHES, the synth-pop band from Glasgow.

The vocalist’s clear, translucent voice is highly appealing and universally welcoming.

It’s a perfect track for sports settings where people of all ages and genders come together!

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Counting StarsOneRepublic

OneRepublic – Counting Stars

Counting StarsOneRepublic

This song gradually builds up, and I can feel my spirits rising along with it.

When I dance to it, it really boosts my energy, so I felt like I could naturally get more and more excited and dance just like the song builds.

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Blinding LightsThe Weeknd

The Weeknd – Blinding Lights (Official Video)

Blinding LightsThe Weeknd

Currently, a genre that mixes 1980s synth-pop and new wave is gaining popularity as a global trend.

The artist who ignited this trend is The Weeknd with his song “Blinding Lights.” The track was created with A-ha’s “Take On Me” in mind, and while it uses cutting-edge production, it delivers a unique musicality that evokes the atmosphere of the 1980s.

Its steady tempo also makes it a perfect fit for cheer dance, don’t you think?

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Endless SummerAlan Walker & Zak Abel

Alan Walker & Zak Abel – Endless Summer (Official Music Video)

Endless SummerAlan Walker & Zak Abel

Alan Walker is a producer from Norway.

He’s a producer known not only on Norway’s dance scene but worldwide.

His collaboration with British singer Zak Abel is this track, “Endless Summer.” Centered on the theme of the end of summer, it’s wrapped in a hot, energetic vibe throughout.

The song’s structure is very orthodox and its musicality falls into the classic, mainstream category, making it a perfect match for major sporting events that draw large audiences.

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