A Beginner’s Guide to the Cupid Shuffle Line Dance

Get the party started with this simple line dance

Co-authored by Dariusz Horvath-Krol and Hunter Rising

Last Updated: July 10, 2024 Fact Checked

“Cupid Shuffle” is 2007 song from the rapper Cupid, and the line dance that goes along with it has become a popular hit at parties. If you want to join in on the fun, all of the Cupid Shuffle dance moves are easy to learn and only take a minute to master! Keep reading, and we’ll walk you through the Cupid Shuffle moves step-by-step so you can look your best out on the dance floor.

Cupid Shuffle Dance Steps

Step to the right 4 times by moving your right foot then bringing the left to meet it.
Step to the left 4 times by moving your left foot then bringing the right to meet it.
Extend your left foot forward and tap your heel on the ground in front of you.
Repeat #3 with your right foot, then repeat once more with each foot.
Shimmy side to side on the balls of your feet for eight counts.
Turn your body a quarter-turn to the left as you shimmy.
Repeat the steps until the end of the song and move your arms throughout.

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Take 4 steps to the right.

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Start the first dance steps when the song’s hook comes in. When you hear Cupid start singing “Down, down, do your dance…,” that’s your cue to start your dance. Step your right foot out to the side, and then bring your left foot to meet it on the next beat. Take 4 steps total to move across the dance floor.^{[1]
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- If the dance floor is pretty crowded, you may only be able to take baby steps. If you have lots of space, feel free to take large steps.
- The lyrics of the Cupid Shuffle song explain the instructions for the line dance, so some people may wait until this part of the song to start the steps. If no one else has started the steps, wait until you hear the words, “To the right, to the right…” in the song.

2

Take 4 steps to the left.

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Switch directions right when you finish stepping to the right. Repeat what you did in the previous step but in the opposite direction! Put your left foot out to the side, plant it, and bring your right foot to meet it. Repeat this three times to get right back to where you started originally.^{[2]
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- Feel free to add a little pep to your step while you’re moving. Add a little hop or bounce, do a smooth slide with your feet, or sway your hips to the music.

3

Alternate kicking each foot out for 4 counts.

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Kick your feet in front of you along to the beat. Start by extending your right leg and bringing your foot down so your heel taps the floor in front of you. Then, bring your right foot back to center and tap your left heel out. Do another kick with each foot so you do it a total of 4 times.^{[3]
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- Keep your knees loose and slightly bent so you look more relaxed and comfortable throughout the dance.
- Be mindful of how crowded the dance floor is when you kick out your feet. Stick to little kicks if you don’t have a lot of space, or kick your foot out more if you have some space.

4

Swivel on the balls of your feet.

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Swiveling your feet is also called “walking it out.” Put your weight on the balls of your feet and lift your heels off the ground. Turn your feet to the right first and keep your knees bent. Then swivel to the left side. Keep alternating back and forth for the next 8 counts of the sound.
- As you swivel, try to get lower and lower to the floor to have more fun with the dance move.

5

Rotate a quarter-turn while you’re swiveling.

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Keep your knees bent while you’re turning to face the next direction. Make sure to finish your turn within the 8 counts while you’re walking it out so you aren’t late with the next steps.^{[4]
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Repeat the steps throughout the entire song.

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As soon as you’re done swiveling and facing a different wall, start over with 4 steps to the right again. Keep going through all the steps until you’re tired and want to leave the dance floor, or until the song is over.

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Keep your arms moving throughout the dance.

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Make the Cupid Shuffle your own with some simple on-beat arm motions. There isn’t any choreography for your arms, so you play around a little to find what feels right. Bring some individuality to your dance by snapping your fingers, shimmying your shoulders, or placing your hands on your hips.^{[5]
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- When you kick your feet out, move the opposite arm. Try popping your arm forward like you’re doing a swimming stroke, punching straight in front of you, or rolling your wrists along to the music if you’re short on space.
- Avoid locking your arms close to your side because it can make you look uncomfortable and robotic.

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As long as you dance appropriately without any suggestive movements, the school is likely not going to reprimand you for doing a particular dance. If your school has a strict no-touch policy, dancing independently but within a group of friends may be your best bet.

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When the Cupid Shuffle starts, warm up your dance moves during the instrumental intro. Find a spot on the dance floor and listen to the beat so you’re able to find the rhythm.

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