Line dance tutorial

Mississippi Countdown

Danced to “One Mississippi” by Kane Brown.

Intermediate1 wall96 countPhrasedKelly Cavallaro (USA) & John Robinson (USA) - 3 August 2021
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What song is the Mississippi Countdown line dance danced to?+

The Mississippi Countdown is most commonly danced to “One Mississippi” by Kane Brown. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Mississippi Countdown line dance?+

96 counts across 1 wall. The same sequence repeats, facing the same wall the whole way through until you're back to where you started.

Is the Mississippi Countdown an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Mississippi Countdown 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 Mississippi Countdown?+

No. Like every line dance, the Mississippi Countdown 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 Mississippi Countdown 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 Mississippi Countdown repeats the same 96-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.

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