Line dance

The Key

Danced to “Wood” by Taylor Swift.

Intermediate2 wall32 countTara Bianco (USA), Mackenzie Keister (USA), Paige Glickman (USA), Alexis Chavez (USA), Téa Ashley (USA) & Berkley Irwin (USA)
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Questions people ask

What song is the The Key line dance danced to?+

The The Key is most commonly danced to “Wood” by Taylor Swift. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the The Key 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 The Key an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the The Key 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 The Key?+

No. Like every line dance, the The Key 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 The Key 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 The Key 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.

The Key Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls