Line dance

My People

Danced to “I'll Stand By You” by Pretenders.

Intermediate2 wall48 countNightclubSimon Ward (AUS)
Step sheet on CopperKnob
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What song is the My People line dance danced to?+

The My People is most commonly danced to “I'll Stand By You” by Pretenders. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the My People line dance?+

48 counts across 2 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 180° to face the opposite wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the My People an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the My People 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 My People?+

No. Like every line dance, the My People 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 My People at home?+

Work through the step sheet 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 My People repeats the same 48-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.