The “Boots on the Ground” line dance has quickly become an anticipated moment at African American gatherings, like family ...

As we roll into the Fourth of July weekend, we're looking at the story behind the latest viral line dance.

You may be familiar with some of the latest line dances, like “Boots on the Ground” and “Country Girl.” However, it doesn’t stop there.

Line dancing has been a part of celebrations in Black communities for decades, but more recently it has taken on new meaning — a refuge from the division and chaos of these times.

In recent months, line dancing has gained widespread attention on social media, with dances to songs like “Boots on the Ground” by 803Fresh and “Can’t Get Enough” by Tamia going viral.

The catchy song “Boots on the Ground” by South Carolina rapper 803Fresh seems to be at every family reunion, block party and cruise ship where Black people gather.

Bringing Black joy to the forefront, BLACK ENTERPRISE shines a light on line dances that show the ingenuity and creativity of Black culture.