Line dance

Let The Music Play

Danced to “Let The Music Play” by Shannon.

Intermediate4 wall32 countTenaya Kelleher

Played at 3 Dollar Bill

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Questions people ask

What song is the Let The Music Play line dance danced to?+

The Let The Music Play is most commonly danced to “Let The Music Play” by Shannon. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Let The Music Play line dance?+

32 counts across 4 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 90° to face a new wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the Let The Music Play an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Let The Music Play is rated intermediate. If you're new to line dancing, get comfortable with basic grapevines and triple steps first, then drill it one 8-count at a time.

Do you need a partner to dance the Let The Music Play?+

No. Like every line dance, the Let The Music Play is danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, so you can join in without a partner.

How do I practice the Let The Music Play at home?+

Drill it one 8-count at a time at a slow tempo. Once each section feels automatic, chain two together, then run the whole dance to music.

What is a line dance?+

A line dance is a choreographed sequence danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, no partner needed. The Let The Music Play repeats the same 32-count sequence, turning to face a new wall each time through. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.

Let The Music Play Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls