Top 10 most Iconic Dance Moves of All Time

We’re celebrating International Dance Day with the top 10 most iconic dance moves of all time!

10.  Mc Hammer – Can’t Touch This
In 1990 this song swept the music scene and had everyone in their polyester shell suits busting some moves!

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9. Miley Cyrus – We Can’t Stop
However controversial our favourite Disney pop princess is, she has taken the music world by storm with the ‘twerk.’ A move popularised during her VMA performance with Robin Thicke.

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8. Cali Swag District – Teach Me How to Dougie
The original definers of the term ‘swag’ – the move notorious for getting even the shiest party go-ers popping those shoulders.


7. LMFAO - Party Rock Anthem
The shuffle… relatively unseen until this duo erupted onto the scene; now inescapable among festival go-ers around the world.  

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6. Yolanda Be Cool - We No Speak Americano (Inbetweeners version)
Admit it, you’ve adopted these slick moves on a dancefloor and felt like the coolest kid on the block.

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5. PSY – Gangnam Style
Ah, the legend that is PSY; the track that we love to hate but still can’t get enough of! The dance craze ‘Riding the horse’ became a part of everyday life; at the gym, on the dancefloor and even in the office!

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4. Elvis – Jailhouse Rock
The King of Rock and Roll takes spot number 4!

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3. The Twist – Chubby Checker
Third place goes to the epic footwork of Chubby Checker – and his global dance-spiration! Even The Beatles had to sneak in on the action.

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2. Beyoncé – Single Ladies
First runner up is Queen B herself, as she truly has ‘knock your socks off’ skills in terms of cutting a rug. The Single Ladies track is definitely one for the history books making it impossible to contain your inner diva, embrace the Sass!

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1. Michael Jackson – Thriller/Moonwalk
Ta-Dah! The King of Pop steals the top spot (as I’m sure you knew already!). Michael Jackson will reign victorious as the ruler of dance. How can anyone disagree with his epic footwork and true innovation?

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Now you have the moves get out there on the dance floor. Don't be shy, catch someones eye! ;)

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