Line dance

A Dead End Road

Danced to “Dead End Road” by Jelly Roll.

Intermediate4 wall32 countDenise Pena Olivarez
Step sheet on CopperKnob
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Questions people ask

What song is the A Dead End Road line dance danced to?+

The A Dead End Road is most commonly danced to “Dead End Road” by Jelly Roll. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the A Dead End Road 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 A Dead End Road an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the A Dead End Road 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 A Dead End Road?+

No. Like every line dance, the A Dead End Road 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 A Dead End Road 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 A Dead End Road 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.

A Dead End Road Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls