Line dance

She Takes the Lead

Danced to “Te Amo” by Rihanna.

Improver2 wall32 countHayden Gutteridge (USA) & Marina Pantner (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob
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What song is the She Takes the Lead line dance danced to?+

The She Takes the Lead is most commonly danced to “Te Amo” by Rihanna. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the She Takes the Lead line dance?+

32 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 She Takes the Lead an improver line dance?+

Yes, the She Takes the Lead is rated improver. 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 She Takes the Lead?+

No. Like every line dance, the She Takes the Lead 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 She Takes the Lead 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 She Takes the Lead 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.