The world’s attention on twerking: exploring the allure of hip-hop’s booty-shaking
Dance culture set to the rhythms of twerking and hip-hop has spread worldwide through social media and music videos.
In particular, the distinctive style of shaking one’s butt has become a staple in the Western music scene, drawing attention as a sexy and energetic form of expression.
In this article, we’ll introduce the captivating world of culture where music and dance fuse, from the roots of twerking to modern adaptations.
We’ll deliver it alongside groove-filled tracks that will make you want to move your body too!
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The world’s attention on twerking: Exploring the allure of hip-hop’s booty-shaking (11–20)
Splash ft. Moneybagg YoTyga
This is a track by California-born rapper Tyga.
Released as a single in June 2021, it also made waves as a collaboration with Moneybagg Yo, whose album topped the U.S.
charts at the time.
Set at a pool party, the music video is brimming with a carefree summer vibe, enhanced by star-studded cameos.
Fusing a beat that samples a classic hip-hop track with sexy, provocative lyrics, it’s a club anthem that makes your body move just by listening.
Its addictive, twerk-ready rhythm has captivated many fans.
If you want to turn heads at a party, why not shake up the floor with this song?
FadedTyga ft. Lil Wayne
A collaboration between American rapper Tyga and hip-hop artist Lil Wayne.
It was released as a digital download in 2012 and reached No.
6 on the U.S.
charts.
The music video features appearances by rappers Mack Maine and Birdman.
Dance (A$$) RemixBig Sean ft. Nicki Minaj
A collaboration by American rappers Big Sean and Nicki Minaj.
It samples M.C.
Hammer’s 1990 track “U Can’t Touch This.” Released as a single in 2011, the track reached No.
4 on the U.S.
charts and was certified platinum.
Who You KiddinTrouble
Mariel Semonte Orr, known by the name Trouble, is a rapper from Atlanta, United States.
He began his rapping career at the age of 14.
This track was produced by the American producer, DJ, and pianist Zaytoven and was released in 2016.
OMGARASH feat. SNOOP DOGG
Arash is an Iranian-Swedish singer, entertainer, and producer who has been active since 2005.
This track is a collaboration with American rapper and singer-songwriter Snoop Dogg, released in 2016.
TwerkoholicB. Smyth
B.
Smith is a Florida-born Hip Hop and R&B artist and dancer who has been active since 2005.
His career began by uploading videos to YouTube covering tracks by artists like Rihanna and Miguel.
This track was released as a single in 2014.
The world’s eyes on twerking: Exploring the allure of hip-hop’s booty-shaking (21–30)
Red NoseSage the Gemini
A track by California-born rapper Sage the Gemini.
Released in 2013, it reached No.
10 on the U.S.
charts.
The title “Red Nose” is named after the “Old Family Red Nose,” a strain of Pit Bull Terrier.