20 Best Hip Hop Songs to Dance To: The Ultimate Playlist

Updated at: 29/03/2025

The energy of hip-hop dance is infectious, a vibrant blend of rhythm and movement that demands the perfect soundtrack. This list isn't just a collection of catchy tunes; it's a journey through the heart of hip-hop's evolution, showcasing the raw power and undeniable grooves that have shaped generations of dancers. From the gritty realism of some tracks to the playful exuberance of others, this selection captures the genre's diverse landscape. We've compiled these songs not just to celebrate iconic moments in hip-hop, but to introduce a dynamic playlist that will inspire movement and ignite your passion for the dance.

This carefully curated selection spans decades, reflecting the ever-evolving sounds of hip-hop. You'll find yourself tapping your feet to anthems that have defined eras, feeling the undeniable swagger of classics, and discovering new favorites that seamlessly blend the old with the new. Whether you're a seasoned hip-hop dancer or just starting your journey, this list provides the ultimate sonic fuel to power your moves. Prepare to be captivated by the rhythm, the energy, and the undeniable charisma of these tracks; they're more than just songs—they're a celebration of the art of hip-hop dance itself.

  • In Da Club
    1

    In Da Club

    50 Cent

    2003

    Get Rich Or Die Tryin'

  • Turn Down for What
    2

    Turn Down for What

    Lil Jon,DJ Snake

    2013

    The Art of Translation

  • U Can't Touch This
    3

    U Can't Touch This

    MC Hammer

    1990

    Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em

  • Hey Ya!
    4

    Hey Ya!

    Outkast

    2003

    Speakerboxxx/The Love Below

  • Crank That
    5

    Crank That

    Soulja Boy Tell'em

    2007

  • Drop It Like It's Hot
    6

    Drop It Like It's Hot

    Pharrell Williams,Snoop Dogg

    2004

    R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece

  • In My Feelings
    7

    In My Feelings

    Drake

    2018

  • Hot In Herre
    8

    Hot In Herre

    Nelly

    2002

    Nellyville

  • Lean Back
    9

    Lean Back

    Terror Squad

    2004

  • You're a Jerk
    10

    You're a Jerk

    New Boyz

    2010

    Skinny Jeanz and a Mic

  • Laffy Taffy
    11

    Laffy Taffy

    D4L

    2005

    Down for Life

  • Pop, Lock & Drop It
    12

    Pop, Lock & Drop It

    Huey

    2006

  • Teach Me How to Dougie
    13

    Teach Me How to Dougie

    Cali Swag District

    2010

    The Kickback

  • The Humpty Dance
    14

    The Humpty Dance

    Digital Underground

    1990

  • The Message
    15

    The Message

    Grandmaster Flash , The Furious Five

    1982

  • Rapper's Delight
    16

    Rapper's Delight

    Sugarhill Gang

    1979

  • Get Low
    17

    Get Low

    Lil Jon, The East Side Boyz

    2002

  • Planet Rock
    18

    Planet Rock

    Afrika Bambaataa

    1982

  • Lean wit It, Rock wit It
    19

    Lean wit It, Rock wit It

    Dem Franchize Boyz,Peanut,Charlay

    2006

  • Fight The Power
    20

    Fight The Power

    Public Enemy

    1989

    Fear Of A Black Planet