Up-tempo Western music. A song with a good tempo.

ApplauseLady Gaga

Lady Gaga – Applause

A song by American singer-songwriter Lady Gaga.

It was the lead single from her third album, Artpop.

Gaga’s powerful performance—singing about not giving in to her critics and living for those who support her—is captivating.

It reached number one in five countries and became a worldwide hit.

Higher LoveKygo & Whitney Houston

Kygo & Whitney Houston – Higher Love (Official Video)

This pairing is surprising: Kygo, a pioneer of tropical house, collaborates with Whitney Houston.

On top of his usual sun-soaked sound, he’s added synth brass for a happy twist.

Also check out the aerobics-style music video that evokes Eric Prydz’s anthem-heavy “Call On Me.” It’s a sound that carries a certain nostalgia.

Fuck YouCeeLo Green

CeeLo Green – FUCK YOU (Official Video)

A single released from American musician CeeLo Green’s 2010 album The Lady Killer.

It was his first solo album single in six years and reached No.

1 on the UK Singles Chart and No.

2 on the US Singles Chart, becoming a worldwide hit.

Let Me Entertain YouRobin Williams

Robbie Williams Let Me Entertain You Lyrics

It’s a hit song by the British pop singer Robbie Williams.

He may not be very well-known in Japan, but in the mid-2000s he was named “the most listened-to artist in Europe” and “the best-selling artist in the UK in the 21st century.”

Jumping All Over The WorldScooter

Scooter – Jumping All Over The World (Official Video HD)

The title track from the German techno band Scooter’s 13th album, released in 2007.

Commanding a dominant presence in the German dance music scene, they achieved their first UK No.

1 with this album.

In their home country of Germany, the group has had over 20 singles rank in the Top 10 and enjoys massive popularity.

Now That I Found YouCarly Rae Jepsen

Carly Rae Jepsen – Now That I Found You

Carly Rae Jepsen is a popular singer in Japan as well.

She’s famous for her signature song “Call Me Maybe,” and in 2019 she released this uptempo track that plays right to her strengths.

The music video features lots of adorable cats, making it a hot topic among cat lovers! The song is poppy and catchy, so I think it’s easy to listen to even for newcomers to Western music.

NOKIADrake

PARTYNEXTDOOR, Drake – NOKIA

A captivating dance track has arrived from Canadian multi-artist Drake.

From the album “Some Sexy Songs 4 U,” which features PARTYNEXTDOOR, we’re highlighting this vibrant, kinetic tune.

Produced by Elkan, it stands out with polished musicality woven from vivid synthesizers and Atlanta-style bass beats.

Since its release in February 2025, this uptempo number has been lighting up dance floors worldwide, even reaching No.

20 on Australia’s ARIA chart.

Perfect for anyone looking to boost a party’s sense of unity or seeking upbeat, feel-good dance music.