It was originally presented as Best Pop Dance Recording, but received its current name as of the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

[1] The academy announced the new category in June 2023, stating that the award goes to "tracks and singles that feature up-tempo, danceable music that follows a pop arrangement."

Eligible pop dance recordings were also described as featuring "strong rhythmic beats, significant electronic-based instruments", and an emphasis on the "vocal performance, melody and hooks."

The creation of the category was described as "essential" by the Recording Academy, noting the increasing convergence between the pop and dance music genres over the preceding decades, specifically citing the work of artists such as Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Janet Jackson, Britney Spears, Kylie Minogue, Rihanna and Cher, all of whom had previously won Grammys in the dance/electronic categories, and the former four also having previously won Grammys in the main pop categories.

[5] Regarding the establishment of this category, which was announced alongside Best Alternative Jazz Album and Best African Music Performance, Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. stated “The Recording Academy is proud to announce these latest category changes to our awards process.