Line dance

Bard of the Bronx

Danced to “I Ain't for It” by Dion.

Improver4 wall48 countMichele Perron (CAN)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at True North

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What song is the Bard of the Bronx line dance danced to?+

The Bard of the Bronx is most commonly danced to “I Ain't for It” by Dion. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Bard of the Bronx line dance?+

48 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 Bard of the Bronx an improver line dance?+

Yes, the Bard of the Bronx 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 Bard of the Bronx?+

No. Like every line dance, the Bard of the Bronx 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 Bard of the Bronx 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 Bard of the Bronx 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.

Bard of the Bronx Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls