Line dance

Nutbush

Danced to “Nut Bush City Limits” by Tina Turner.

Beginner
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at The Yale Saloon and The Westerner

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The Yale Saloon
Vancouver · Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays
The Westerner
West Valley City · Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Nutbush line dance danced to?+

The Nutbush is most commonly danced to “Nut Bush City Limits” by Tina Turner. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

Is the Nutbush a beginner line dance?+

Yes, the Nutbush 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 Nutbush?+

No. Like every line dance, the Nutbush 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 Nutbush 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 Nutbush repeats the same sequence. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.