The Safety Dance is one of the most iconic songs of the 1980s New Wave/Synth-pop genre. With its pulsating synth-pop sound, infectious rhythm, and defiant lyrics, the song is an anthem for individual freedom and the right to self-expression on the dance floor. It's not just a dance track; it's a subtle protest song, written by lead singer Ivan Doroschuk after he was ejected from a club for pogo dancing (a jerky, aggressive, punk/new wave style) among traditional disco dancers. Songwriter: Ivan D