Crash Course

The Evolution of the Groove

1999

Galala

DianaDaddy Showkey

The original ghetto street dance from Ajegunle. Bend your knees, lean back slightly, and move those legs like you're playing a frantic game of football.

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2007

Yahoozee

YahoozeeOlu Maintain

The two-finger salute that started the modern viral dance era. If you can point at the sky and bounce, you can do this.

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2009

Alanta

Free MadnessTerry G

Pure, unadulterated street madness. Hands beating the chest, one leg up, face looking completely unhinged. The ultimate energy release.

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2012

Etighi

KukereIyanya

All about the hips and legs. This cross-cultural hit brought the South-South Nigerian groove to the global stage.

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2018

Shaku Shaku

Science StudentOlamide

The street-hop revolution. Arms crossed, pulling to the side, looking like a rhythmic street brawler.

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2019

Zanku (Legwork)

Killin DemBurna Boy x Zlatan

Peak complex footwork. If your legs aren't moving at the speed of light with a heavy tap at the end, you're doing it wrong.

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Present

Amapiano Steps

Tshwala BamTitoM & Yuppe

The South African import that currently rules Lagos. Deep bass, the Pouncing Cat, and smooth shoulder glides.

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