Crash Course

The Evolution of the Groove

1999

Galala

Diana • Daddy 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

Yahoozee • Olu 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 Madness • Terry 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

Kukere • Iyanya

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 Student • Olamide

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

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2019

Zanku (Legwork)

Killin Dem • Burna 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 Bam • TitoM & Yuppe

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

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