These days, it seems like anything can go viral and spread to all corners of the world via the internet. It can be a moment in a movie or a TV series. It can be a song. It can be a real life event. It can even be a dance video.
Speaking of a viral dance video, one that certainly became trending in the last few years is none other than Harlem Shake. If you somehow forgot that it existed, here's a refresher on what Harlem Shake is.
Who knows? It might make you dance like it was 2013 all over again.
What is Harlem Shake?
According to Know Your Meme, Harlem Shake started of as the name of an instrumental track produced by an artist named Baauer. Featuring heavy bass in its music, Harlem Shake was released in 2012.
However, it was not until 2013 that it went viral. How did it become so? Per a report by NPR, "The meme started when YouTube comedian Filthy Frank took 'Harlem Shake' by Brooklyn-based Latino producer Baauer and played off the wild dubstep drop 15 seconds into the song."
The NPR report notes that many say that the dance itself has been in existence for decades already. There are those who attribute the beginnings of Harlem Shake to a street dancer known as Al B. There are even those who say that it is all thanks to Sean "P. Diddy" Combs.
Know Your Meme says that the way to do the Harlem Shake, you have to pivot "the shoulder out while popping the other shoulder out at the same time."
Filthy Frank's Harlem Shake Video
The Harlem Shake video uplaoded by video blogger Filthy Frank is credited for starting the whole viral craze. According to Know Your Meme, the video opens with four individuals dressed in latex suits while dancing to Harlem Shake.
You can watch the video below:
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Other Examples of Harlem Shake Videos
Needless to say, the original Harlem Shake dance video uplaoded by Filthy Frank has given birth to other versions of the viral dance. Celebrities, athletes, and even soldiers have contributed their version of the viral dance.
Here are some examples:
Miami Heat
Here's a video that will surely make NBA fans smile at the very least. Members of the Miami Heat took part in the viral dance and they were led by none other than Chris Bosh.
The Norwegian Army
If you ever assumed that soldiers are not the type of people to hop into a viral craze, let this video prove you wrong. Members of the Norwegian Army performed Harlem Shake and they did it outside while it was snowing, no less.
University of Texas
If you are a fan of Harlem Shake videos that involve hundreds and even thousands of people, this one done by members of the Universiy of Texas will fit the bill.
