How to Do the Numa Numa Dance
Since the original Numa Numa video first appeared in 2006, the dance itself has become a hit. The video, featuring Gary Brolsma dancing to the tunes of the song "Dragostea din tei," is fun to watch and can be imitated by anybody who is willing to be silly. Learning to do the Numa Numa Dance is quite easy and a lot of fun.
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Things You'll Need
- Original Numa Numa dance video
- Dragostea din tei by O-Zone
- Chair
- Mirror or camera
Instructions
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Watch the original Numa Numa Dance video until you know the movements by heart. Because the original video was recorded with a webcam, you can only see the upper body on screen. This means you need to pay special attention to the movement of the arms and the facial expressions.
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Download the song "Dragostea din tei" by Romanian pop band O-Zone. This is the original Numa Numa song used in the video. It is available for free download on many websites. You can download many versions of the song, including the original, Romanian and translated versions.
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Be silly. The Numa Numa Dance video became an instant hit because it is funny and over the top. If you want to do your own version of the Numa Numa Dance, you need to use exaggerated gestures and moves. Don't be afraid to have fun at your own expense.
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Practice in front of a mirror as you try to do the Numa Numa Dance. This will allow you to compare how similar you look to the original video. You can then decide whether you want to come up with new moves or improve the ones you are already doing.
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Learn the words to the song, so you can lip synch it while dancing. For a version of the Numa Numa video that features subtitles in both Romanian and English, check the NewGrounds website on which Gary Brolsma first published the video (see Resources below).
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Tips & Warnings
If you feel brave enough, use a camera to record yourself, and then share the video with friends or post it online, so that others can provide feedback and enjoy it with you.
