Of course! “Video Dance Tik Tok” is one of the most popular and defining trends on the platform. Here’s a breakdown of what it’s all about and how you can get involved.
What is a TikTok Dance Video?
A TikTok dance video is typically a short video, usually 15 to 60 seconds long, where a user performs a choreographed dance routine to a popular song or sound clip. These dances are often created by other TikTok users and spread rapidly, becoming “viral challenges.”
Key Features:
- Catchy Music: The dance is almost always set to a specific, trending song or a remixed audio clip.
- Simple, Repetitive Moves: The choreography is designed to be easy to learn and memorable, so many people can participate.
- Viral Challenges: Often, these dances become part of a “challenge” where users are encouraged to post their own version of the dance using a specific hashtag (e.g., #SavageChallenge, #Renegade).
- Collaboration: Users often perform these dances with friends, family, or even use TikTok’s “Duet” or “Stitch” features to dance alongside another creator’s video.
Why Are They So Popular?
- Accessibility: Anyone can do it! The dances are usually simple enough for non-dancers to learn quickly.
- Community: Participating in a dance trend makes users feel like they are part of a larger global community event.
- Discoverability: Using trending sounds and hashtags significantly increases the chances of a video being featured on the “For You” page, leading to more views and followers.
- Influence: Many famous TikTok creators (like Charli D’Amelio) built their careers by performing and creating these viral dances. They have become a major way for songs to become global hits.
How to Make Your Own TikTok Dance Video
Want to try it yourself? Here’s a simple guide:
- Find a Trending Dance:
- Scroll through your “For You” Page (FYP). You’ll quickly see the same dance and song appearing repeatedly.
- Check the “Discover” tab for trending hashtags and challenges.
- Look at what popular creators are doing.
- Learn the Choreography:
- Watch several videos of the dance to get the moves down.
- Use TikTok’s “slow-motion” feature while watching to break down the steps. Many creators also post slow-motion tutorials.
- Practice in front of a mirror until you feel comfortable. Don’t worry about perfection; it’s about having fun!
- Film Your Video:
- Open the TikTok app and tap the
+
button. - Find the Sound: Tap “Add sound” at the top of the screen and search for the song title. Select the official or most popular version.
- Set a Timer: Use the “Timer” function on the right-hand side. This gives you a 3 or 10-second countdown before recording starts, so you can get into position.
- Record: Film yourself doing the dance. You can film in one take or in multiple clips.
- Edit: Add text, stickers, or effects if you want.
- Open the TikTok app and tap the
- Post and Share:
- Write a catchy caption.
- Crucially, add the relevant hashtags! Include the name of the dance challenge (e.g.,
#WAPchallenge
), the song title, and general tags like#dance
,#fyp
,#viral
, and#tiktokdance
. - Post your video!
Famous Past TikTok Dances
To give you an idea, here are a few legendary examples:
- The Renegade: To the song “Lottery (Renegade)” by K Camp.
- The Savage: To Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage.”
- Blinding Lights: To The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.”
- Say So: To Doja Cat’s “Say So,” which was even incorporated into her official music video.
Have fun dancing!