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skelewu
What does skelewu mean?
A dance comprising a backwards rolling motion of the shoulders while one arm stays extended and the other rests on the waist or chest, introduced in Davido's 2013 record of the same name.
"Everybody was doing skelewu at the wedding reception."
Origin
Introduced by Nigerian Afropop star Davido in his 2013 song and music video 'Skelewu.'
Frequently asked questions
What is Skelewu?
It's a dance move — a backward shoulder roll with one arm extended — popularised by Davido's 2013 song of the same name.
Is Skelewu a Yoruba word?
It comes from Davido's song title and is now used as a dance/slang term across Nigerian pop culture.
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