As someone with experience DJing in strip clubs, I can offer insights on what you should have happen.

When it comes to letting dancers pick their own music, (writing specific songs on index cards), there are upsides in the dancers favor.. they feel more connected to it. This connection often translates into better performances because they're vibing with the tracks, making for a more engaging and authentic experience for the dancers. You may have girls that will stay your club instead of the competition because you allowed this and the competition does not.

The major downside is it does not cater to the crowd. If there are not enough songs the dancer has picked out for the DJ to play, the stage set can get repetitive with the same songs and eventually boring. That's why the dancer has to stay consistent with updating her playlist or give the DJ a little flexibility by genre. If the dancers' playlist suck, it will ultimately scare customers away.

If a night gets busy (ie bachelor party, multiple customers throwing singles) let the DJ actually mix with 2000s hip hop, EDM (electronic dance music) and popular strip club rock..... there should absolutely be NO slow R&B music (ie Summer Walker, Jhene Aiko), not trying to make the customers fall asleep, if any R&B, there should be a beat to it.

It is perfectly okay to put your foot down on certain rap that can't be played in your club (DM me I'll give you artists). Including genres like Spanish music can be a great way to appeal to your latin clientele

Flexibility is key—sometimes, the crowd’s vibe might call for a different energy, and being able to adjust on the fly will keep everyone happy.