Hit Dem Folks

Hit Dem Folks is a dance trend created in 2015[1] popular within American hip-hop. The move involves crossing the arms twice, raising them in a 'U' shape, and bending them inwards. The move has been done by athletes, celebrities, and other well-known figures.[2][3] "Hit dem folks" gained recognition through online video-sharing platforms like YouTube and Instagram, and it remains a frequently-used gesture among dancers on social media. Some dancers known for "hitting dem folks" are Ayo and Teo.[4]

Two dancers "hitting dem folks."

Origins

The dance is said to have originated in Columbus, Georgia, in the early 2010s. After being adopted by the Atlanta dance scene, it quickly became a viral sensation.[4] Late rapper, Bankroll Fresh, is recognized as one of the first artists to popularize it, with his song "Walked In" becoming a well-known song to "hit dem folks" to.

A person "hits dem folks" by doing a series of arm movements followed by the "hit," in which they raise their arms, bend them towards the center of the body, and raise one leg. The dance is typically done to rap music, with the "hit" landing on a certain beat of a hip-hop track.

“Hit dem folks” is part of a larger movement in hip-hop culture that involves creating new dance moves to go along with rap songs, and promoting them via social media. The invention of video-sharing platforms like YouTube enabled the spread of these dance moves. Artists would also market their songs by having a unique dance to go along with it, a notable example being Soulja Boy's song, “Crank That,” and its music video, being one of the first viral dance trends to be proliferated via YouTube. See also:

References
  1. "How To Do The Hit Dem Folks | Dance Tutorial | STEEZY Blog". www.steezy.co. Retrieved 2022-04-20.
  2. "Andre Drummond Hits Off-Balance Shot, Does 'Hit Dem Folks' to Fan's Delight". Bleacher Report.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. "Russell Westbrook demonstrates how to properly 'Hit Dem Folks' before Nuggets game". For The Win. 2015-12-28. Retrieved 2021-11-25.
  4. "Meet Meechie And Toosi, The Dancers Bringing The Joy Of Atlanta To The Entire World". The FADER. Retrieved 2021-12-18.


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