Line dance

Roll Back The Rug

Danced to “Some Days You Gotta Dance” by The Chicks.

Beginner
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Questions people ask

What song is the Roll Back The Rug line dance danced to?+

The Roll Back The Rug is most commonly danced to “Some Days You Gotta Dance” by The Chicks. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

Is the Roll Back The Rug a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Roll Back The Rug is rated beginner. It's a good early dance to learn. Get the counts down at a slow tempo and the rest follows.

Do you need a partner to dance the Roll Back The Rug?+

No. Like every line dance, the Roll Back The Rug 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 Roll Back The Rug 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 Roll Back The Rug repeats the same sequence. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.