Country swing dancing is an art form for the people. Millions of Americans love to get out on the dance floor, and swing dance to their favorite country hits. If you’re looking to get in on the fun, here are six excellent country swing dance songs for beginners that you should check out:

1. “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” by Brooks & Dunn

Few country songs have been as synonymous with country swing dancing as Brooks & Dunn’s “Boot Scootin’ Boogie.” This infectious top-10 hit was even created with the explicit purpose of being danced to, after all. If you want to experience the pinnacle of country swing dancing style, while still doing steps that beginners can easily handle, this is the song you should be going with. The fact that the boogie is absolutely banging is just an added bonus. Be sure to find like-minded friends who want to learn country swing dancing, and find a local club, and you’ll be ready to boot scoot boogie the night away.

2. “I Like It, I Love It” by Tim McGraw

It may be several decades old, but Tim McGraw’s seminal earworm, “I Like It, I Love It” is still blowing people away on the dance floor. There’s a charismatic, confident, and bumping nature to this song that gets people excited every time it comes on, no matter how many times they might have heard it before. Given its chaotic energy, many people assume this is a song that’s best left to swing dancing veterans, but this could not be further from the truth. Thankfully, this mega-hit has swing dancing steps that are fairly easy to follow, especially if you’re dancing with a big group. The energy the other dancers will bring to your own routine will help you learn the song’s steps extra fast.

3. “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” by Shania Twain

The beginning lyrics of Shania Twain’s “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!” are simply unforgettable. There’s a power to Twain’s vocals that makes your body feel as though it’s just been electrocuted (in the best way). Take note of the song’s lyrics (“no inhibitions”) and let yourself become creative and expressive with your swing dancing when you’re getting down to this classic hit. The steps are simple, and leave room for flair. As you learn new steps, you can mix them into the more simple basic steps of this song to impress your friends. If you want a song that will help you experiment with your own unique style of swing dancing, you can’t do much better than “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!”

4. “Here for the Party” by Gretchen Wilson

Many country swing dancing clubs use “Here for the Party” at the beginning of nights, and at beginner swing dancing lessons, to help get people jazzed. There’s a straightforward, rockin’ nature to Wilson’s country hit that’s perfect for setting the party mood. Even as it approaches its twentieth anniversary, the country dance jam has maintained its power. Few songs can claim that type of accolade, and this is the reason it’s remained so relevant in country swing dancing clubs (and in the nation’s heart) for so long.

5. “Achy Breaky Heart” by Billy Ray Cyrus

This song absolutely broke the country (and pop) charts when it first came out. For a long time, it was the longest-running number-one hit on radio stations. And for good reason. While many people were burnt out on Billy Ray’s classic jam during the years when it was overplayed, the song has had a deserved renaissance over the last decade (especially at country swing dancing clubs across the US). The extra-simple nature of the steps to “Achy Breaky Heart” makes it that much more beloved (especially for beginner swing dancers). There’s a reason this hit has been part of the cultural zeitgeist for so long, after all.

6. “Cowboy Casanova” by Carrie Underwood

“Cowboy Casanova” is perfect for beginner country swing dancers who want just a bit more challenge. Once you’re feeling comfortable on the dance floor, ask to dance to this jam if you want something with a bit more flair and style. You’ll be surprised about how far you’ve come with your country swing dancing skills in such a short amount of time. While country swing dancing may seem intimidating, it’s beloved because its steps are accessible to nearly everyone. Even if you’re a bit older, or not in the best shape these days, you can find dancing steps that will work for your comfort level.