This 21st birthday party playlist packs 50 songs for the big one, from Mr. Brightside, Espresso and Freed from Desire to Sprinter, Abracadabra and Angels. It mixes what twenty somethings stream right now with the uni night anthems they never stopped loving.
Indie and chart pop start the night. The middle swings between noughties R&B and the latest viral hits, then a run of family friendly classics closes things when the parents join the dance floor.
The full tracklist
- Mr. Brightside - The Killers (2003)
- Espresso - Sabrina Carpenter (2024)
- Freed from Desire - Gala (1996)
- HOT TO GO! - Chappell Roan (2023)
- Murder on the Dancefloor - Sophie Ellis-Bextor (2001)
- APT. - ROSÉ & Bruno Mars (2024)
- Yeah! - Usher ft. Lil Jon & Ludacris (2004)
- Sprinter - Dave & Central Cee (2023)
- Party in the U.S.A. - Miley Cyrus (2009)
- Levitating - Dua Lipa (2020)
- Toxic - Britney Spears (2003)
- Water - Tyla (2023)
- Low - Flo Rida ft. T-Pain (2007)
- Pink Pony Club - Chappell Roan (2020)
- I Gotta Feeling - The Black Eyed Peas (2009)
- Not Like Us - Kendrick Lamar (2024)
- Starships - Nicki Minaj (2012)
- Abracadabra - Lady Gaga (2025)
- Million Dollar Baby - Tommy Richman (2024)
- Teenage Dirtbag - Wheatus (2000)
- Taste - Sabrina Carpenter (2024)
- Timber - Pitbull ft. Kesha (2013)
- Die With A Smile - Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars (2024)
- Wannabe - Spice Girls (1996)
- Messy - Lola Young (2024)
- Dancing Queen - ABBA (1976)
- Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond (1969)
- Houdini - Dua Lipa (2023)
- Good Luck, Babe! - Chappell Roan (2024)
- Blinding Lights - The Weeknd (2019)
- Padam Padam - Kylie Minogue (2023)
- Love Story - Taylor Swift (2008)
- Training Season - Dua Lipa (2024)
- Bad Romance - Lady Gaga (2009)
- Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) - Katy Perry (2011)
- We Found Love - Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris (2011)
- Titanium - David Guetta ft. Sia (2011)
- Don't Start Now - Dua Lipa (2019)
- Greedy - Tate McRae (2023)
- 360 - Charli xcx (2024)
- Super Bass - Nicki Minaj (2011)
- Party Rock Anthem - LMFAO (2011)
- TiK ToK - Kesha (2009)
- Dynamite - Taio Cruz (2010)
- Teenage Dream - Katy Perry (2010)
- Physical - Dua Lipa (2020)
- Hips Don't Lie - Shakira ft. Wyclef Jean (2006)
- Angels - Robbie Williams (1997)
- Don't Look Back in Anger - Oasis (1996)
- Dancing in the Moonlight - Toploader (2000)
Why these songs work
A 21st usually means friends from school, uni and work all in one room. Shared anthems like Mr. Brightside and Freed from Desire are the glue that gets every group dancing together.
We sorted candidates by Last.fm listener numbers and every track here clears 100,000 listeners. That means no awkward silences while people try to work out what's playing.
Bring this playlist to life at a silent disco
Give the birthday crowd this mix, then offer our pre-drinks playlist for the early birds and our 2000s pop playlist for the throwback fans.
Each guest's headset shows the colour of their channel, which makes it easy to spot where the party is happening.
Celebrating in South Wales or West Wales? Our Full Service team arrives with the headsets and takes them home when you're done. For parties further away we courier DIY hire anywhere on the UK mainland and in Northern Ireland. Pick your 21st date.
Frequently asked questions
What songs should I play at a 21st?
Mr. Brightside, Freed from Desire, Espresso, Yeah! and Dancing Queen are proven 21st winners. You'll find each one in this playlist.
How long is this playlist?
Fifty songs, which is roughly three hours.
Is the 21st playlist free?
Yes. Stream it free on the V360 Silent Disco Spotify account.
How many headphones do I need for a 21st?
One set per guest. Most 21sts book between 30 and 100.
Can you post headphones for a 21st?
Yes. Our DIY kits are couriered across the UK mainland and Northern Ireland. Our Full Service team works in South Wales and West Wales.
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