In 2021, electronic dance music saw a meteoric rise in popularity, with some of the biggest DJs and producers bringing their A-game to the dance floor.
Whether it was chart-toppers like Tiësto and David Guetta or underground favorites like Bassnectar and Knife Party, there was nothing left to the imagination when it came to the EDM scene of 2021.
So, if you are an EDM fan and looking for some new music to shake your head to, check out our list of 100+ best EDM songs of the year 2021.
Whether you’re into big room house or dubstep, there is sure to be a track on this list that will get your feet moving.
Top Best EDM Songs of 2021
While there are certainly others that could have made it on this list, we feel that the songs listed here best represent electronic dance music in the year 2021.
- Titanium – David Guetta ft. Sia (David Guetta & MORTEN Future Rave Remix)
- The Crown – Blasterjaxx ft. Melissa Bonny
- Huang – SaberZ x Drifter5
- Bumpin Hard – Jaxx & Vega x SaberZ
- The Other Side – SaberZ
- Desire – Husman
- Ascension – Skarleth & Azael
- Samurai – Machado
- Legacy – REGGIO & Rave Republic
- Move It – OUTRAGE ft. ALEJANDRO
Spanish EDM Songs of 2021
Spain has a thriving EDM scene that is often overlooked. Despite not being as well known as the scenes in other European countries, there is a lot of talent in Spain. Some of the most popular Spanish DJs include David Guetta, Avicii, and Swedish House Mafia.
And when it comes to the year 2021, there are a lot of great EDM songs that were released in Spain. Some of them include Mi Gente by J Balvin, Willy William, El Incomprendido by DJ Adoni, Farruko, and Victor Cardenas, and Ram pam pam by Becky G and Natti Natasha.
These songs have all been played billions of times on streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music, and they continue to be some of the most requested tracks at clubs and parties around the world.
Here are some more:
- Pepas – Farruko
- In da Getto – J Balvin and Skrillex
- Qué Más Pues? – J Balvin and Maria Becerra
- PROBLEMA – Daddy Yankee
- Pepas – David Guetta and Farruko
- Todo de ti – Rauw Alejandro
- Tú Me Dejaste De Querer – C. Tangana, La Húngara, and Niño de Elche
- Ram pam pam – Becky G and Natti Natasha
- El Incomprendido – DJ Adoni, Farruko, and Victor Cardenas
- Mi Gente – J Balvin, Willy William
EDM Loves Songs of 2021
EDM, or electronic dance music, has been around for a few decades now. It is traditionally characterized by synthesizers and heavy basslines. However, in recent years the genre has seen a shift towards love songs.
This trend is most evident in the lyrics of the songs, but can also be seen in the melodies and chord progressions. While some fans embrace this change, others find it to be a departure from EDM’s traditional sound.
Regardless of the opinions, there’s something about an EDM love song that just makes your heart melt. Maybe it’s the upbeat tempo or the way the lyrics can describe exactly how you feel. No matter what it is, there’s something about these tunes that just make you want to get up and vibe.
Here are some of our favorite EDM love songs of 2021 that we feel you should check out.
- Love Me Now – Kygo
- Higher – Clean Bandit
- Never Love You Again – Bryn Christopher, Cheat Codes, and Little Big Town
- Leave Before You Love Me – Jonas Brothers and Marshmello
- Don’t Wake Me Up – Jonas Blue and Why Don’t We
- You Are My High – DJ Snake
- My Heart Goes (La Di Da) – Becky Hill and Topic
- Your Love (9PM) – A7S, ATB, and Topic
- How You Love Me – 3LAU
- SG – DJ Snake
Billboard Top EDM Songs of 2021
Billboard magazine has been releasing its Hot 100 chart since August 1958. The chart is a weekly ranking of the best-selling singles in the United States and is based on sales data compiled by Nielsen SoundScan.
The Hot 100 chart is not only a measure of a song’s popularity but also its longevity. To make it onto the chart, a song must have been released as a single and have sold at least 500 copies.
In order to compile the Hot 100 chart each week, Billboard relies on data from Nielsen SoundScan. This data includes sales information from both digital and physical formats, as well as airplay on radio stations across the United States.
Billboard’s editorial team also contributes to the chart by nominating songs for inclusion. With that being said here are the Top 10 EDM songs of 2021 according to Billboard.
- Goosebumps – Travis Scott & HVME
- Roses (Imanbek Remix) – SAINt JHN
- The Business – Tiesto
- ily – Surf Mesa ft. Emilee
- Pepas – Farruko
- You – Regard x Troye Sivan x Tate Mcrae
- Rain On Me – Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande
- Cold Heart (Pnau Remix) – Elton John & Dua Lipa
- Head & Heart – Joel Corry X MNEK
- In Da Getto – J Balvin & Skrillex
Country EDM Songs of 2021
Country and electronic dance music (EDM) are two genres that don’t seem like they would go together, but in recent years there has been an influx of songs that combine the two.
While some people might be quick to write off these songs as being novelty tracks, there is something special about the ones that manage to do it well.
One of these songs includes Never Love You Again (with Little Big Town & Bryn Christopher). The song combines country vocals with EDM beats to create a fresh and exciting sound. Another great example is Love Story – Taylor Swift (Digital Dog Remix), which features a blend of country instruments and EDM production.
What’s so special about these songs is that they manage to combine the best elements of both genres. Here are some more country EDM songs of 2021.
- Never Love You Again (with Little Big Town & Bryn Christopher)
- Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home) (Ft. Miranda Lambert) [Goldhouse Remix]
- Diplo Presents Thomas Wesley: Snake Oil(Deluxe)
- How Do You Love (with Lee Brice & Lindsay Ell)
- Love Story (Digital Dog Remix)
- Famous (MVC Remix)
- Rumor (Bryan Todd Remix)
- Tequila – R3HAB Remix
- Take It From Me (Brandon Day Remix)
- Both Still Young (feat. Keith Urban)
EDM Tik Tok Songs 2021
There’s no question that EDM music is a popular choice for videos on TikTok. But why do people love to use these songs in their videos? Here are a few reasons:
- EDM songs are upbeat and energetic, which makes them perfect for creating fun, exciting videos.
- The rhythms and beats of EDM songs are perfect for dancing and making cool moves.
- The melodies and harmonies of EDM songs can be really catchy, and they make for great background music for videos.
- EDM songs often have powerful builds and drops that create an awesome sense of energy in videos.
- Many people believe that using EDM in their videos makes them look cooler or more stylish.
With that being said, here are 10 of the best EDM songs of 2021 that you can use in your videos.
- Stars Align – Jolin Tsai and R3HAB
- Permission to Dance (R&B Remix) – BTS
- My Universe – BTS and Coldplay
- Stay – Justin Bieber and The Kid LAROI
- Stronger – Sam Feldt
- Higher – Clean Bandit
- TikTok Dance Challenge – Summer Son
- Lovefool – two colors
- Rasputin – Boney M. and Majestic
- On My Mind – Diplo and SIDEPIECE
EDM Wedding Entrance Songs 2021
When planning your wedding, you may be looking for the perfect song to play as you walk down the aisle. If you’re a fan of electronic dance music (EDM), you may be wondering if this type of music is suitable for a wedding entrance.
The answer is yes – EDM songs can make for an epic entrance that will get your guests excited for the rest of the wedding.
If you’re not sure which song to choose, ask your DJ for suggestions. They may have some great tracks in mind that will fit perfectly with your wedding theme and style.
If not then check out our list of EDM wedding entrance songs of 2021. These are the songs perfect for a dramatic wedding entrance.
- Clean Bandit – Rather Be (Merk & Kremont Remix)
- Rihanna – We Found Love
- Calvin Harris – This Is What You Came For
- Jack U – Take You There
- Martin Garrix – Animals
- Diplo – Be Right There
- Avicii – Levels
- Martin Solveig & GTA – Intoxicated
- DVBBS & Borgeous – TSUNAMI
- Showtek ft. We Are Loud & Sonny Wilson – Booyah
- Kid Cudi – Pursuit Of Happiness(Steve Aoki Remix)
Latin EDM Songs of 2021
Latin Electronic Dance Music (EDM), also known as Latin House, is a genre of electronic dance music that blends Latin American and Caribbean rhythms with electronic beats. It emerged in the early 1990s in Miami, Florida, and has since become popular in clubs and on dance floors around the world.
Latin EDM is characterized by its upbeat tempo, festive atmosphere, and infectious rhythms. It incorporates sounds from a variety of Latin American and Caribbean styles, including salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, and cumbia. The beats are typically synthesized or sampled from traditional instruments such as congas, timbales, maracas, and bongos.
While the term “Latin EDM” is relatively new, the fusion of Latin rhythms and electronic music has been around for decades. Here are some Latin EDM songs of 2021 that will give you a taste of what the genre has to offer.
- Lucky – El Speaker
- Duro – Pep Starling
- Deslizo e Jogo – Rebecca
- Trepate – Ivan Dola
- El Chacal – El Speaker
- Dame Mais – Tropkillaz
- Vai Malandra (feat. Tropkillaz & DJ Yuri Martins)
- Cabeca de Papel (Remix) – BainaSystem
- Loca – AdroiD moombathon Spanglish Radio Edit – L.O.K.A.!
- El No Te Da – Club Mix – Dasoul
EDM Songs with Saxophone 2021
The saxophone has been a popular instrument in jazz and classical music for decades, but it is only recently that EDM producers have started incorporating the saxophone into their tracks.
What is special about these songs is how the saxophone adds a new dimension to the sound of EDM. The saxophone provides a mellower sound that contrasts with the synthesizers and beats that are typically used in EDM songs.
As a result, these songs have a unique sound that is different from traditional EDM songs.
- Ookay – Thief
- Vicetone – Angels ft. Kat Nestel
- Klingande – Punga
- Sander W. Jiinio – Cant Believe ft. Alexandra
- Nigel Good – Disappear
- La Roux – Bulletproof (Gamper & Dadoni Remix)
- Sons of Maria – Take it to the Beat
- Drpout – Slowly (Two Friends Remix)
- Chassio – Hurricane
- Naxxos – New Orleans
EDM Songs with Female Singing 2021
There’s something about an EDM song with a female singer that just makes it feel more melodic and euphoric.
Maybe it’s the fact that the contrast between the hard-hitting beats and the softness of a woman’s voice creates an interesting juxtaposition, or maybe it’s simply due to the natural beauty of a female vocalist.
Whatever the reason, here are ten of our favorite EDM songs with female vocals.
- Sick Individuals & Justin Prime feat. byMIA – Not Alone (Reggio Remix)
- Ryos & Maggie Szabo – Midsummer Nights (Festival Mix)
- Rich Edwards & CHRNS feat. Alessia Labate – Alive
- Friendzone – Lost In Your Love feat. KARRA (Alkaz Remix)
- ANG & BlackCode feat. Alessa – Chasing Bliss
- Ryos – Two Of Us (Ryos VIP Mix)
- IVRY – Let It Burn
- Sick Individuals & Vigel feat. Nazzereene – Runaway
- White Spirit – Where Is Our Love
- EMKR – Back To Me
- TEPHAN & Max CG – Without You
- Maddix feat. Anvy – Bad Meets Evil
- Sick Individuals, Justin Prime & Lasada – Ocean
Wrapping Up
There are many more EDM songs released in the year 2021 but the ones mentioned above are what we feel are the best. We hope that you liked this list as much as we enjoyed compiling it for you. Happy listening!