Line dance

Copperhead Road

Danced to “Copperhead Road” by Steve Earle.

Improver4 wall16 countPauline Jones (USA)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Buckshot Saloon

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Questions people ask

What song is the Copperhead Road line dance danced to?+

The Copperhead Road is most commonly danced to “Copperhead Road” by Steve Earle. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Copperhead Road line dance?+

16 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 Copperhead Road an improver line dance?+

Yes, the Copperhead Road 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 Copperhead Road?+

No. Like every line dance, the Copperhead 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 Copperhead 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 Copperhead Road repeats the same 16-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.

Copperhead Road Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls