There was a time when dance challenges were rare in K-pop, but as the genre progressed, so did the way companies and artists promoted their releases.
As social media's impact began to rise, the dance challenges have become a regular part of our favorite idols' schedule to promote the release. While most songs can be pulled off successfully, some tracks, however, are truly "dance challenge" material due to their easy choreography or memorable killing parts.
Here are 10 perfect K-pop songs for dance challenges!
1. 'Magnetic' by ILLIT
ILLIT's "Magnetic" is considered a bop by many due to its easygoing music. Furthermore, the song does have a point choreo, which is perfect for dance challenges.
2. 'Super Lady' by (G)I-DLE
The slaying "Super Lady" of (G)I-DLE is also the best pick for doing dance challenges. With the song's confidence and iconic runway walk dance, "Super Lady" has spawned numerous challenges online, as it should!
3. 'Fast Forward' by Jeon Somi
When it comes to dance challenges, most prefer easy steps that are quick to learn. However, if you want to make a challenge containing big movements and braggadocious energy, Jeon Somi's pulsing dance track "Fast Forward" might help you take over the spotlight!
4. 'LOOK AT ME' by TWICE
TWICE's "LOOK AT ME" is the only B-side track on the list. Despite being released in 2017, the song eventually surged to popularity and was spread like wildfire on social media. This only proves how TWICE can go viral in the most unexpected ways.
5. 'Guilty' by SHINee Taemin
Taemin's "Guilty" is a worthy inclusion for a dance challenge playlist due to its seductive music and top lift dance move, which is one of the choreo's highlights.
6. 'CAKE' by ITZY
ITZY's point choreo at the chorus of "CAKE" is indeed TikTok dance material, evident with the numerous dance challenges it has produced by K-pop fans and idols!
7. 'Run BTS' by BTS
"RUN BTS" is a great choice in doing dance challenges since it's well-loved for its irresistible swag and slick choreography.
8. 'Super' by SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN's "Super" is a hard-hitting bop from the group and the choreography compensated for its aggressive but refined energy.
9. 'Rover' by EXO Kai
Kai's "Rover" managed to bring more of the performer's dancing skills. Furthermore, the song also led to one of the most unexpected collabs in K-pop history, with TWICE's "Dancing Mo-chine" having been swept up in a challenge!
10. 'Hype Boy' by NewJeans
Lastly, we have NewJeans' "Hype Boy," which stormed the K-pop scene in both domestic and international areas.
Which K-pop songs on the list would you do a challenge on? Do you know any other tracks that are perfect for dance challenges? Let us know in the comments below!
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