Wicked has already become a TikTok sensation thanks to Ariana Grande, her killer vocals, and some great choreography. The first part of the movie musical, adapted from the same name’s stage production, is not only dominating the box office but is blowing up on the internet.
Fans and casual moviegoers alike are flooding social media with their reactions—and, of course, celebrating the spectacle with viral dance moves that capture the film’s big-budget energy.
As with any viral hit, TikTok has sparked a new trend centered around one of the movie’s catchiest songs and its instant classic dance moves.
What Is the Viral Wicked TikTok Dance?
During the song What Is This Feeling, Galina (Grande) and Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) sing about their mutual disdain for one another as they become rivals at Shiz University.
As the ensemble croons, “Dear Galinda, you are just too good, How do you stand it, I don’t think I could” she confidently sashays through the campus courtyard, tapping textbooks as she heads to the cafeteria.
This moment became instantly iconic thanks to Christopher Scott’s brilliant yet accessible choreography. The Wicked media team releasing the clip of Grande practicing the dance for the movie. The choreography is a whirlwind of fast, high-energy moves that give it a truly Broadway vibe.
If you’re eager to master the routine, TikTok user Britini Dangelo has an excellent tutorial that breaks down the steps, so you can confidently bust it out the next time you’re watching Wicked.
The viral dance trend quickly caught the attention of influencers like Trisha Paytas, who joined in on the fun by posting her own rendition of the choreography.
Broadway performers are equally obsessed with the routine, sharing videos of themselves and the ensemble nailing the dance in full costume or, in the case of Back to the Future: The Musical, even busting it out during the curtain call.
The Movie Soundtrack Is Also Popular
Since the movie’s U.S. premier on Friday, the movie’s songs have become the soundtrack to daily life for many, with countless social media posts racking up thousands of views and listens as fans share their love for the music and choreography.
According to Billboard, the numbers for Wicked‘s Broadway recording have surged ahead of the film’s debut on Nov. 22. In the first two weeks of November alone, the cast album, featuring musical theater icons Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, has garnered nearly 12.7 million U.S. streams—and that’s from before the movie hit theaters.
While it’s still too early to gauge the full performance of the Wicked movie soundtrack, the stunning vocal performances from Grande, Erivo, and the entire ensemble could indicate just how many listeners are currently living in the Land of Oz.
One thing is for certain—we are not “loathing” this new viral TikTok dance trend.
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