From the neon-lit dance floors of early 2000s clubs to backyard house parties that pulsed into the night, the Best Dance Songs of 2001 defined an era. These tracks didn’t just make us dance—they created memories, sparked romances, and made hands shoot up at every drop. You’ll recognize these bangers whether you were glued to MTV’s party playlists or burning CDs for your next rave.
Now, get ready to feel the nostalgia. We’re counting down the best EDM songs of 2001, ranked from excellent to absolutely iconic.
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50 Best Dance Songs of 2001 – Countdown
50. Resurrection – PPK
This Russian trance track sampled Eduard Artemyev’s score from the film Siberiade, blending cinematic grandeur with pulsing beats. It topped charts across Eastern Europe and cracked the UK Top 5.
49. Such Is Life – Rank 1
With euphoric synths and uplifting vocals, this trance anthem became a festival mainstay. It reached #10 in the Dutch Top 40 and is a staple in trance compilations.
48. You’ve Got My Love – Bastian
This funky house track fused a Prince-like groove with an underground club feel. Though not a mainstream hit, it gained cult status among European DJs.
47. Everytime You Need Me – Fragma
This vocal trance gem reached #3 in the UK Singles Chart. Featuring Maria Rubia’s soaring vocals, it solidified Fragma’s role in the early-2000s trance wave.
46. Janeiro – Solid Sessions
A Balearic-inspired trance tune with sun-drenched vibes, Janeiro became a chill-out classic and appeared in numerous Ibiza compilations.
45. L.O.I.S. – DJ Melvin
An energetic, driving trance track that found regional success in the Netherlands and received heavy club play.
44. Turn The Tide – Sylver
A trance-pop crossover hit, it went gold in Germany and Belgium, putting Sylver firmly on the map with emotional lyrics and catchy melodies.
43. Dream To Me – Dario G
Built on a sample from The Cranberries’ “Dreams,” this chill-out track charted across Europe and reached #9 in the UK.
42. Touch Me – Rui Da Silva
A sultry house anthem featuring Cassandra Fox, this track hit #1 in the UK—the first of its kind in 2001—combining deep house beats with soulful vocals.
41. Who Do You Love Now? (Stringer) – Riva ft. Dannii Minogue
Originally an instrumental (“Stringer”), vocals from Dannii Minogue turned it into a Top 3 UK smash, becoming a club staple across Europe.
40. Castles In The Sky – Ian Van Dahl
A radio staple and club favorite, it reached #3 in the UK and became one of the biggest trance-pop hits of the year, known for its catchy chorus and euphoric synths.
39. Dance Valley Theme 2001 – System F
Created by Ferry Corsten for the Dance Valley festival, this high-energy track epitomized early-2000s Dutch trance and still features in classic trance sets.
38. The Jumper – Hammer House
Jumpstyle’s moment in the spotlight. Known more regionally, this hard-hitting track was a fan favorite in Belgium and the Netherlands, defined by its pounding beats.
37. Viva Maxima – Impala People
This quirky, high-tempo track had a Euro-rave charm and was frequently featured in European DJ sets, adding playful energy to any party.
36. The Sound Of Goodbye – Perpetuous Dreamer
Produced by Armin van Buuren, this melancholic trance cut reached #21 in the UK and hinted at his future superstar status.
35. Club Bizarre – Brooklyn Bounce
A bizarre, bass-heavy hit that mixed trance and techno. It charted in Germany and became a Euroclub staple with its catchy hook.
34. Twisted – Svenson & Gielen
Massive melodies and adrenaline-fueled builds turned this into a trance festival favorite. It charted in Belgium and the UK.
33. Innocente (Falling In Love) – Delerium ft. Leigh Nash
Delerium followed “Silence” with another ethereal masterpiece. The Tiësto remix gave it global reach and remains a relaxed classic.
32. Tarantula – Faithless
It was dark, gritty, and more underground than their other hits. Less commercial but beloved by longtime fans, it showcased Faithless’s edgy side.
31. Infected – Barthezz
A tougher follow-up to “On The Move,” this one stayed true to his high-energy formula and peaked in Dutch charts.
30. Access – DJ Jose Vs. G-Spott
Uplifting and energetic, this track saw heavy rotation in Europe’s club circuit with its catchy melody.
29. Samb-Adagio – Safri Duo
Tribal drums and electronic melodies made this a standout. It reached the Top 10 across Europe, blending classical percussion with trance beats.
28. Chillin’ – Modjo
A smooth, Daft Punk-esque follow-up to “Lady (Hear Me Tonight).” It blended funk samples with French house and reached mainstream audiences worldwide.
27. Livin’ A Lie – Milk Inc.
Belgian trance-pop with emotional lyrics. A fan favorite and part of their signature sound, it charted well in European dance scenes.
26. We Come 1 – Faithless
This socially conscious anthem combined poetic lyrics with hypnotic beats. It reached #3 in the UK and became an anthem for unity.
25. Played-A-Live (The Bongo Song) – Safri Duo
A global smash that fused tribal percussion with dance beats. It hit #2 in the UK and charted worldwide, often sampled and remixed.
24. Lift Me Up – DJ Jean
Feel-good Eurodance with pumping beats. It’s a guaranteed floor-filler popular in clubs and Dutch Top 40 radio.
23. Crying At The Discotheque – Alcazar
Sampled Sheila & B. Devotion’s “Spacer,” this glittery disco track reached #13 in the UK and became a camp classic at parties.
22. Ameno – DJ Quicksilver
Blending Latin chants with trance rhythms, it had a mysterious charm and club appeal, and its Gregorian chant samples stood out.
21. Here We Go – Klubbheads
Pure party energy from the Dutch duo. Known for their cheeky style and big drops, this track was a festival favorite.
20. Something Going On – Mark Van Dale ft. Cb Milton
This vocal trance banger lit up Dutch charts and became a local favorite.
19. The Vision – Mario Più
Tech-trance with a suspenseful, cinematic flair. A dark horse on the festival scene that gained cult status.
18. Like This Like That – Mauro Picotto
A tech-trance roller with swagger. It didn’t chart high but became a club staple.
17. N-R-G – G-Spott
Living up to its name, this track brought pure dance floor fire. It saw regional success in the Netherlands.
16. Another Chance – Roger Sanchez
Sampled Toto’s “I Won’t Hold You Back.” It reached #1 in the UK and remains a house classic with timeless appeal.
15. Rapture – Iio
Smooth, sultry vocals and sleek production made this a global trance-pop favorite. It peaked at #2 on the US Dance charts.
14. Proximus – Mauro Picotto
Added Gregorian chant samples for an otherworldly feel. A staple of his peak-era sets.
13. Forgiven – Sylver
Built on emotional lyrics and soaring synths, this track cracked the Top 10 in several European countries.
12. La Passion – Gigi D’Agostino
Sampled “Rectangle” by Jacno, and blended it into a hypnotic Italo dance track. It hit #1 in Italy and became a European club hit.
11. Sunshine – Dance Nation
An upbeat trance-pop hit with massive crossover appeal. It charted across Europe and became a radio mainstay.
10. Chase The Sun – Planet Funk
Known for its trumpet riff, this funky number hit the Top 5 in the UK and sound tracked TV sports coverage, making it instantly recognizable.
9. The Real Life – Raven Maize
Mashed up Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” and Simple Minds’ “Theme for Great Cities.” A creative house chart hit.
8. My Heart Beats Like A Drum – ATC
Euro-pop with a trance twist. ATC kept the momentum from “Around the World” and hit the charts globally.
7. On The Move – Barthezz
A monstrous club anthem. It hit #18 in the UK and dominated European dance floors.
6. Something – Lasgo
Belgian vocal trance gold. It cracked the UK Top 10 and led to a string of Lasgo hits.
5. Starlight – The Supermen Lovers ft. Mani Hoffman
A French house bomb driven by a groovy bass line. It reached #2 in the UK and was praised for its funky vibe.
4. Suburban Train – DJ Tiësto
A driving instrumental that showcased Tiësto’s trance mastery. A fan favorite in his live sets and a festival staple.
3. L’Amour Toujours – Gigi D’Agostino
This enduring Euro dance anthem never left the club circuit. It became a sleeper hit in the US years later and is iconic in Italo dance.
2. Komodo – Mauro Picotto
With tribal influences and haunting strings, this track topped charts in Germany and Italy, known for its hypnotic rhythm.
1. Hiphopping – Klubbheads
A cheeky, infectious house groove. It hit the Top 10 across Europe and defined the duo’s fun-loving sound, making it the ultimate 2001 EDM banger.
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| # | Title - Artist |
|---|---|
| 1 | Hiphopping - Klubbheads |
| 2 | Komodo - Mauro Picotto |
| 3 | L'Amour Toujours - Gigi D'Agostino |
| 4 | Suburban Train - Dj Tiësto |
| 5 | Starlight - The Supermen Lovers ft. Mani Hoffman |
| 6 | Something - Lasgo |
| 7 | On The Move - Barthezz |
| 8 | My Heart Beats Like A Drum - ATC |
| 9 | The Real Life - Raven Maize |
| 10 | Chase The Sun - Planet Funk |
| 11 | Sunshine - Dance Nation |
| 12 | La Passion - Gigi D'Agostino |
| 13 | Forgiven - Sylver |
| 14 | Proximus - Mauro Picotto |
| 15 | Rapture - Iio |
| 16 | Another Chance - Roger Sanchez |
| 17 | N-R-G - G-Spott |
| 18 | Like This Like That - Mauro Picotto |
| 19 | The Vision - Mario Più |
| 20 | Something Going On - Mark Van Dale ft. Cb Milton |
| 21 | Here We Go - Klubbheads |
| 22 | Ameno - Dj Quicksilver |
| 23 | Crying At The Discotheque - Alcazar |
| 24 | Lift Me Up - Dj Jean |
| 25 | Played-A-Live (The Bongo Song) - Safri Duo |
| 26 | We Come 1 - Faithless |
| 27 | Livin' A Lie - Milk Inc. |
| 28 | Chillin' - Modjo |
| 29 | Samb-Adagio - Safri Duo |
| 30 | Access - Dj Jose Vs. G-Spott |
| 31 | Infected - Barthezz |
| 32 | Tarantula - Faithless |
| 33 | Innocente (Falling In Love) - Delerium ft. Leigh Nash |
| 34 | Twisted - Svenson & Gielen |
| 35 | Club Bizarre - Brooklyn Bounce |
| 36 | The Sound Of Goodbye - Perpetuous Dreamer |
| 37 | Viva Maxima - Impala People |
| 38 | The Jumper - Hammer House |
| 39 | Dance Valley Theme 2001 - System F |
| 40 | Castles In The Sky - Ian Van Dahl |
| 41 | Who Do You Love Now? (Stringer) - Riva ft. Dannii Minogue |
| 42 | Touch Me - Rui Da Silva |
| 43 | Dream To Me - Dario G |
| 44 | Turn The Tide - Sylver |
| 45 | L.O.I.S. - Dj Melvin |
| 46 | Janeiro - Solid Sessions |
| 47 | Everytime You Need Me - Fragma |
| 48 | You've Got My Love - Bastian |
| 49 | Such Is Life - Rank 1 |
| 50 | Resurection - PPK |
Greatest EDM Tracks 2001
