Parents don't get it... but kids do!
What is the dab, what is the bolt, what is the difference and why do we do them?
The DAB: It started out as an urban dance move, and has evolved into a pose symbolizing humble accepting of praise... it's like taking a bow, but not as stiff, old fashioned, and certainly way cooler looking.
Technique: partially bent knees, one slightly forward, place your face in the corner of your elbow (above the forward knee), point both your hands back.
Where it started: The hip hop scene of the city of Atlanta around 2013. In 2015, the Whip Nae Nae song sung by a 13-year-old Silento of Atlanta, incorporated the dance pose into the lyrics and the introduction to younger generations was compete.
Its impact: Possibly the most popular dance move of the past 2 years, pop culture has absorbed and mass-distributed this pose. Even famous soccer players are dabbing after they score a goal!
The BOLT: Made recognizable by the world’s fastest man Usain Bolt, this pose took off in the 2012 and 2016 Olympics when he used it as his signature gold medal move. This move is also characterized as a proud moment pose.
Technique: wide stance both knees bent, right arm across the chest, left arm parallel to right arm but slightly higher, pointing up and looking in that direction.
Where it started: The move also has its origins in music, namely the Jamaican dancehall scene of 2008. When Usain made it famous, Jamaica incorporated it into travel commercials for the country.
Its impact: You know it's cool when President Obama, Richard Branson and Prince Harry have been caught striking a bolt! Bolt later used this move to promote tourism to his homeland Jamaica in 'Come to Jamaica' promo video.
So what is the difference?
Well, the bolt takes a little longer to perform and is pegged to great human achievement and pride. The DAB is a casual dance move that is way more of a daily response. Both cool.
Which one is better? You decide!
