When you put on “I Wanna Dance”, there’s a kind of magic that hits you straight away. It’s the kind of track that makes you want to move, no matter where you are. It’s the handiwork of Dutch dynamites Hardwell and Nicky Romero, with MERYLL’s voice giving it that extra shimmer.
Now, we all know Hardwell and Romero have had their fair share of legendary moments in the dance scene. Hardwell, with his anthems that have lit up festivals, and Nicky, who’s gone from marching band rhythms to EDM stardom. But let’s dial down on the accolades for a moment and talk about the tune.
“I Wanna Dance” is a hypnotic blend of what some are calling big-room techno, future techno, and future rave. The thing is, it doesn’t really matter what label you slap on it. It’s just one of those tracks that feels right for the times – fresh, energetic, and with a hook that sticks in your mind.
The beats are punchy, the build-ups are pure adrenaline, and when MERYLL’s vocals glide in, it’s the cherry on top. It’s clear that while both Hardwell and Romero have had their individual journeys, when they come together, there’s a synergy that’s hard to match.
Hardwell, the guy who started making waves in the Dutch dance scene as a teen, eventually took the world by storm. Remember when he was named the World’s #1 DJ in 2013? Yep, that’s him. From headlining the biggest festivals to touring across 21 countries, he’s been the name behind many of our dance floor memories. And who could forget those iconic tracks ‘Spaceman’ and ‘Apollo’? After a short break, he bounced back with ‘REBELS NEVER DIE’ in 2022, reminding us why we missed him so much.
Then there’s Nicky Romero, the Utrecht-born artist who transitioned from marching band drums to EDM decks. Ever since his breakthrough in 2008 and that life-changing Ibiza meet-up with David Guetta, it’s been an upward trajectory. His label, Protocol Recordings, has become a hub for budding dance music talents, and hits like “Toulouse” have become anthems for an entire generation. He even worked with the late Avicii on “I Could Be the One.” It doesn’t get much better than that.
Though “I Wanna Dance” is a showcasing of these artists combined talents, it’s the journeys of Hardwell and Romero that make this collaboration so special. It’s more than just a song – it’s a celebration of two careers filled with music, memories, and undeniable Dutch magic.
