Breakdancing in the 80's Video - a must see!

Evan Michael McIntyre
May 26, 2025
1 min read

Oh my...the hair in this video!

🌀 Breakdancing: Fun Facts, Fresh Moves & Funky History 🎧💥

🔥 Did You Know?

Breakdancing (aka B-boying or breaking) started in the Bronx, NYC in the 1970s — created by Black and Puerto Rican youth.
It was inspired by James Brown, martial arts movies, and the competitive energy of the streets.
Breakdancers are called B-boys and B-girls, short for “break-boys/girls” – because they danced during the “breaks” in the music.
It's now an official Olympic sport and will be featured in the 2024 Paris Olympics!
Some classic breakdance moves include the Windmill, Headspin, Six-Step, and the legendary Backspin.

🧠 A Little History Drop:

Breakdancing exploded in the 70s and 80s with DJs like Kool Herc, who extended the break beats of funk songs. Dancers turned these breaks into an art form, battling each other with acrobatic, rhythmic, and creative floorwork. It was all about expression, competition, and respect.

📸 A Look in Motion:

🎶 Music Makes the Moves

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