Our Favorite Summer Dance Tracks (and Why They Go So Hard)

Because mid-hair-flip, sweat-dripping, main character energy never goes out of style.

Let’s be honest—when the playlist hits just right, so does your confidence. These are the songs that have us dancing like nobody’s watching (but hoping someone is tbh), flipping our ponytails, and leaving it all on the floor. Here’s what we’re sweating to right now:

1. “Nasty” – Tinashe

A forever favorite. Smooth, sultry, and full of “don’t talk to me unless you’re obsessed with me” energy. The beat is perfect for slow, low movement and unapologetic eye contact with the mirror. She’s that girl.

Baddie Energy Level: 11/10
Best for: Body rolls, hair flips, and channeling your inner cool girl.

2. “Illusion” – Dua Lipa

You already know—this one makes us feel flirty, floaty, and just a little bit untouchable. It’s groovy, light, and deceptively fierce. Perfect for those sassy across-the-floor moments where you twirl like you own the glitter.

Baddie Energy Level: Disco daydream
Best for: Fast footwork, playful struts, and giving ✨delulu in the best way✨.

3. “SloMo” – Chanel

This Eurovision gem is criminally underrated in the U.S.—but trust, it goes off. It’s spicy, dramatic, and perfect for choreo that builds. The beat drops? Chef’s kiss. You will strut.

Baddie Energy Level: International icon
Best for: Heels-inspired movement, fierce walks, dramatic pauses.

4. “Despechá” – ROSALÍA

Sunny, spicy, and unapologetically free. This song screams “I’m on vacation and don’t answer my texts.” It has a laid-back confidence that makes you want to groove and glow—no stress, just movement.

Baddie Energy Level: Effortless queen
Best for: Smooth hips, joyful choreo, and letting go of literally everything else.

5. “Mine” – Audrey Nuna

Slick, unexpected, and full of flavor—kind of like your dancing when you let go and stop caring if it looks “cool.” The groove is infectious, the vibe is chill, and the lyrics hit just cocky enough.

Baddie Energy Level: Effortless icon
Best for: Grounded, bouncy combos or a fierce freestyle to finish class.

Final Thought:
The right track doesn’t just make you move—it makes you feel unstoppable. Whether you're body rolling like Beyoncé or doing tiny hops in the back corner trying to keep up, the music is the secret sauce. And this summer? We’re turning it up and not apologizing for any of it.

Got a fave track you think we should throw in class? Drop it in our DMs—we live for a good crowd-sourced anthem.