Line dance tutorial

Little Heartbreak

Danced to “Same Heartbreak Different Day” by Richard Marx.

Beginner4 wall32 countJef Camps (BEL) & Roy Verdonk (NL)
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What song is the Little Heartbreak line dance danced to?+

The Little Heartbreak is most commonly danced to “Same Heartbreak Different Day” by Richard Marx. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Little Heartbreak 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 Little Heartbreak a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Little Heartbreak is rated beginner. It's a good early dance to learn. Get the counts down at a slow tempo and the rest follows.

Do you need a partner to dance the Little Heartbreak?+

No. Like every line dance, the Little Heartbreak 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 Little Heartbreak at home?+

Slow the tutorial video on this page to 70–75% speed in YouTube's settings and drill one 8-count at a time. 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 Little Heartbreak 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.

Little Heartbreak Line Dance — Tutorial Video, Song & Counts | Walls