Line dance tutorial

Why We Fight

Danced to “That's Why We Fight” by Ella Langley, Koe Wetzel.

Intermediate4 wall32 countGeorge Blick
Step sheet on CopperKnob

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What song is the Why We Fight line dance danced to?+

The Why We Fight is most commonly danced to “That's Why We Fight” by Ella Langley, Koe Wetzel. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Why We Fight 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 Why We Fight an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Why We Fight 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 Why We Fight?+

No. Like every line dance, the Why We Fight 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 Why We Fight 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 Why We Fight 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.