Dance music is an amalgamation of pop that conveys emotion through powerful beats designed to drive listeners toward the floor. From Jason Derulo’s choruses and drumbeats, to skittering drums from xx, this playlist has something for you.
After two years of power collaborations with Fred and HAAi, Romy of The xx has united again for another memorable song to celebrate resilience – “Lights Out”. They combined rawness with glittery beats for this memorable track that highlights resilience.
High-Energy Pop
High-energy pop is designed to evoke strong emotions while stimulating. Its vibrant melodies and beats aim to heighten emotions while getting you on the dance floor, leading you to move with each beat and melody. Calvin Harris pioneered this genre; his success as an international hit maker inspired A-list pop talent like Rihanna to Dua Lipa to explore various dance spheres with incredible success.
From swaggering teen anthems to feel-good love songs, this playlist features pop songs with more attitude. Expect massive distorted riffs, anthemic vocals, and plenty of arena-sized beats that’ll help you reach your potential.
This playlist is tailored specifically for fans of Electronic Dance Music (EDM), which employs drum machines, synths and sampling to produce an upbeat, rhythmically intense and high-energy sound influenced by rock and punk music. EDM can take many forms; from its classic electro sounds of the 1980s to today’s disco grooves influenced EDM genre.
TikTok users looking to add an upbeat soundtrack to their videos and compilations will find this playlist an ideal option. Comprised of tracks sped up to make them more energetic for TikTok’s platform requirements tempo requirements; popular pop, hip hop, R&B songs often choose their climaxes to speed up and use as hooks in shorter clips – though please be aware this playlist has a faster tempo than most Spotify playlists and should only be played at normal volume levels!
Sweaty Sing-Alongs
For an energetic way to pump those endorphins and get moving, check out this playlist of pop, R&B and dance hits from Keith Sweat’s “How Many Ways” with K-CI all the way to Kehlani’s new song “At My Worst.” There is sure to be something here for everyone on this playlist!
Calvin Harris reigns supreme in this genre. Since 2015, his meteoric rise from DIY dance-pop architect to global hit factory has mirrored zeitgeist as A-list pop stars like Rihanna and Dua Lipa have explored dance spheres. Additionally, there are dance music titans from the early ’90s such as Madonna and Whitney Houston who boast some of the highest selling singles ever released.
Kyra Provost of YouTube fame blends powerful soundtracks with exercise on her popular videos, such as her Greatest Showman full-body cardio dance workout incorporating tracks like “This Is Me” and “Rewrite the Stars.” You’ll soon find yourself smiling along to these uplifting hits!
Party Hits
Start off your night right with some serious energy with this party hits playlist. From modern party anthems to timeless dance classics, this collection offers everything from modern party anthems and timeless dance songs alike. Enjoy everything from funky electronic beats and catchy pop melodies with sing-along choruses; you are bound to find just the right track for any night out!
“Bottoms Up” was an incredible commercial success for Trey Songz, reaching number six on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming his highest-charting single to date. The music video also captured attention with its vibrant visuals of Trey and Nicki partying across various settings – an essential track for any high-energy party playlist!
The 1990’s was a decade bursting with grunge, hip-hop, iconic television shows, and of course hit song after hit song from Mariah Carey to N*SYNC and Spice Girls; this nostalgic party hits playlist is packed full of some of these unforgettable hits and is essential for any DJ looking to craft an engaging set.
This popular rock song serves as an inspiring message about believing in yourself and pursuing your goals, with catchy lyrics and melodic hooks making it a global smash hit.
This infectious dance track featuring English singer Foxes’ stunning vocals has quickly become a classic. Boasting catchy synth-heavy beats and feel-good lyrics, this irresistibly catchy number is sure to please any party audience.
This chart-topping hit is a high-energy dance track with elements of hip-hop, rock and electropop. The addictive rhythm and catchy chorus make it an essential piece for any party playlist.
This grooveful dance track seamlessly mixes electropop, funk and disco elements for an irresistibly rhythmic groove that will get the crowd moving. Pulsing drum beats and catchy lyrics make this track an instant classic that remains one of the top chart-topper songs today.
Dance Therapy
Dance therapy is a form of dance designed to help individuals express their emotions through movement, creating greater connection to themselves and others while decreasing anxiety or depression. Dance therapy may also be used in combination with psychotherapy or medication treatments for optimal results.
A 2019 meta-analysis demonstrated the positive benefits of dance therapy on psychological health, particularly depression. It analyzed eight clinical trials involving 351 adults suffering from depression who participated in dance therapy to reduce symptoms; unfortunately it was difficult to ascertain its efficacy for children or teenagers as most studies excluded them.
For those unable to commit to full-time dance therapy programs, there are a variety of online platforms offering self-guided dance practice. One such option is Mindfulness Dance Movement’s online platform featuring relaxing music and guided dance moves; its website states this playlist can help improve dancing skills as well as manage stress or other emotional challenges.
An alternative option for potential dance/movement therapy professionals is enrolling in a low-residency master of arts (MA) program in Dance/Movement Therapy from Lesley University, which features both online classes and on-campus residencies as part of its flexible curriculum. Course topics at Lesley include dance for health, the body-mind connection and movement as therapy.
Dance therapy stands apart from traditional therapeutic practices by being conducted as part of a group setting with multiple participants who may be experiencing mental or physical health challenges. Dance therapy groups can foster dynamic relationships among participants as they support communication skills while providing an outlet for those suffering social anxiety. Dance therapy also can help individuals feel accomplished by setting achievable goals that show progression over time and seeing their successes over time.
Dance therapy has been shown to assist in treating various conditions, ranging from anxiety and depression to Parkinson’s disease and autism. One study used dance therapy specifically to enhance mobility for people living with Parkinson’s; their exercises helped with balance and gait improvement while simultaneously improving mood and increasing confidence for daily tasks.