Line dance

The Beast

Danced to “Somethin' in the Water” by The Cheap Seats.

Advanced4 wall64 countRob Fowler (ES)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Windy City Line Dance Mania

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Questions people ask

What song is the The Beast line dance danced to?+

The The Beast is most commonly danced to “Somethin' in the Water” by The Cheap Seats. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the The Beast line dance?+

64 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 The Beast an advanced line dance?+

Yes, the The Beast is rated advanced. 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 The Beast?+

No. Like every line dance, the The Beast 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 The Beast 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 The Beast repeats the same 64-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.