Many fans are already going crazy with the new viral dance song “Toosie Slide” released by Canadian singer, Drake.
At a time which many people are observing social distancing, with many observing sit at home orders, the new dance move by Drake is already trending on social media.
Drake had fans grooving early to his new song “Toosie Slide” prior to its official release on Thursday at midnight, thanks to its instructional nature and dancers
Toosie, Hiii Key and Ayo & Teo — had earlier in the week premiered a clip of the song and dance on social media, and now Drake himself has released the official video.
#ToosieSlide around the house 🕺🏾💨 @Drake pic.twitter.com/WiOz0ZM4zu
— Toosie (@TheRealYvngQuan) March 29, 2020
In the song’s official video, Drake, whose face is partially covered, is seen mostly alone enacting the lyrics and the dance choreography. He moves around a deserted street and through a mansion, before the Theo Skudra-directed clip culminates in a colorful fireworks display.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, the dancers who helped make the song go viral before its release said they were originally supposed to appear in the song’s official video, but the coronavirus pandemic changed the plan. Their viral video clip features raw footage they sent to Drake after he reached out to them.