Documentary Credits (IMDB)
Film Overview
Storyline: Nine Native ATL Yeek Dancers converge on-screen in various parts of ATL showcasing the original “Fye” of Yeeking.
Genre: Documentary, Dance, Musical (Short)
Directed by: Dat Fye Entertainment
Written by: Dat Fye Entertainment
Produced by: Dat Fye Entertainment
Cinematography by: All Dancers involved in this production
Edited by: Dat Fye Entertainment
Music Mix by: DJ Jelly and DJ Monte
Distributed by: Released on Youtube
Release Date: March 2 2023 (USA)
Running Time: 6:43
Country: United States
Language: Standard American English (Southern Dialect/Native ATLien Jargon)
Top Cast
- ADog
- Lil Danger
- G Money
- Sweet Melodi
- Pumkin
- Mr. Blackmell (aka Drew)
- Poisonman
- Torion
- Ant Francis
Dedication
This Video Project gives a Huge Shout-Out to our Brother and Yeek Legend Carlos Kemp (aka Nine), a member of Fresh-O-Matics, Guess, and 14K.
ADog - The Crowd Pleasers
Overview
Government Name: Anthony Wilkins
Yeek Name: ADog
Occupations: Choreographer, Professional Dancer, Artist
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Era: The Innovators Era (1985-1990)
Yeek Group Affiliation: The Crowd Pleasers
Base of Operations: Atlanta, Georgia
Associated Yeek Moves
- Fist Pump
- Skate Skip
- The Prep
- Fist Jab
Weapons
- Customized Baseball Cap
- Customized ATL Letterman’s Jacket
- Varsity Red Adidas Kicks
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1983 – Al-Naafiysh (The Soul) by Hashim
- 1988 – Get Retarded (Now Go) by K.J. An Da Fellas
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- Ladies and Gentlemen (L.A. Dream Team)
- Round 1, Fight (Mortal Kombat)
- I Wanna Rock (2 Hyped Brothers & A Dog)
- Once Again Back is the Incredible (Chuck D of Public Enemy)
- DJ Please (The Request Line by Rock Master Scott & The Dynamic Three)
- Southern Style DJs (Royalty-Free Sample)
Finishing Move
- Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 1 of 9
- Screen Time: 0:33 to 1:13
- Total Running Time: 43 seconds
- Backdrop: The Varsity Downtown
Contact
- Email: adog.tcp@gmail.com
- Phone: 404.423.8170
Lil Danger
Overview
Government Name: Desiray Morris
Yeek Name: Lil Danger
Occupation: Choreographer and Professional Dancer
Legal Status: Resides in the Suburbs outside of ATL
Classification: Upcoming Legend
Associated Yeek Era: The CRUNK Era (1997 – 2010)
Yeek Group Affiliation: Bombsquad
Base of Operations: Atlanta, Georgia
Associated Yeek Moves
- Skate Skip
- Fist and Twerk Drop (way down to the floor)
- Self-Transformation
Weapons
- Upscale and Chic Dance Outfit
- Fresh Adidas Kicks (All-Black)
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1988 – Get Retarded (Now Go) by K.J. An Da Fellas
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- Countdown (Female Voice, Stock Royalty Music)
Finishing Move
- Alternative Version of the Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 2 of 9
- Screen Time: 1:14 to 1:29
- Total Running Time: 15 seconds
- Backdrop: ATL Mural
Contact
- Instagram (IG): @dancin_desi
- Email: desiray24@gmail.com
G Money
Overview
Government Name: Gary Watson
Yeek Name: G Money
Occupations: Choreographer, Professional Dancer
Legal Status: ATLien Resides in the Decatur Area (East Side Decatur – where it’s greater)
Classification: Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Era: The Innovators Era (1985-1990)
Yeek Group Affiliation: Obsession
Base of Operations: Resides in the Deck (East Side, Decatur where it’s greater)
Associated Yeek Moves
- Bulldog
- Skate Skip
- Misdirection Spins with Off-Beat Claps
- Drop the Bomb
- Double Spin into One Leg Pause
- Windmill Floor Slap
- Up & Down Whip
Weapons
- Open Parking Lot in the Deck
- Decatur Gray Skullie
- Cosmic-Level Hand and Arm Movements
- Yeek Track Jacket by Cosmic Park
- Reebok Classics
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1988 – Get Retarded (Now Go) by K.J. An Da Fellas
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 1984 – When Doves Cry by Prince
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- Yeek (Male Vocal Group, Stock Royalty Music)
- Chanting Background Vocals (Male, Stock Royalty Music)
Finishing Move
- Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era)
Video Details
- Text 1Video Placement: 3 of 9
- Screen Time: 1:30 – 1:56
- Total Running Time: 26 seconds
- Backdrop: Shyran’s Showcase (Legendary Yeek Battle Spot from back in the Day)
Contact
- Email: watson4279@gmail.com
- Phone: 404.441.8227
Sweet Melodi
Overview
Government Name: Melodi Patrick
Yeek Name: Sweet Melodi
Occupations: Creative Director, Choreographer
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Eras [ The Prime Era (1990-1995), The Bounce Era (1995-2000), The CRUNK Era (1997-2010), The TURN UP Era (2010 – Present) ]
Yeek Group Affiliation: Not Applicable (Solo Dancer)
Base of Operations: Metropolitan Atlanta
Associated Yeek Moves
- Strong Elevator Action while Yeeking
- Drop the Bomb
- State-Wide Arm Movement along with Leg Improv
- Hop into Double Skate Skip
- Skyward Fist
- Holding Hip with Shoulder Movement
- Improvised Prep with ATL stare to the side (Facing Camera)
- Slow Motion Elevator Action to the Floor
- Cosmic Level Hip Action while scrubbing the Floor
- Vintage Legacy Yeek Move
- Half-Time Alternative Version of Tranforming
- Jump and Skate Skip into Legacy Yeek Warm-Up Drill
Weapons
- Vintage High School Cute-Girl Ponytail with Baseball Cap
- Customized Baseball Jersey
- Black Leather Goddess Riding Boots
- Sacred and Heavenly Matching Earrings
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1988 – Get Retarded (Now Go) by K.J. An Da Fellas
- 1997 – Baby Baby by Kilo Ali (Instrumental Mix)
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 1983 – When Doves Cry by Prince
- 2017 – Love Galore by SZA
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- Get Down – Royalty-Free Music (Various Scratches)
- 1981 – Numbers by Kraftwerk (Various Electronic Vocals)
Finishing Move
- Self-Transform into Legacy Yeek Move (from the Founders Era)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 4 of 9
- Screen Time: 2:09 to 2:49
- Total Running Time: 40 seconds
- Backdrop: Unnamed Structure in a Playground
Contact
- Instagram (IG): @Melodic_Movements / @Yeekatl / @Sweetmelodi1 / @Melanieoffthehook
- Facebook (FB): Melodi_Sweetmelodi Patrick / Yeek ATL the Movement / Melanie off the Hook
- TikTok: YeekATL / MelodicMovements
- Phone: 770.882.6201
Pumkin
Overview
Government Name: Likesa Byrd
Yeek Name: Pumkin
Occupations: Choreographer, Dancer, Designer
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Eras: [ The Prime Era (1990 – 1995), The Bounce Era (1995 – 2000), The CRUNK Era (1997-2010), The TURN UP Era (2010 – Present) ]
Yeek Group Affiliation: Obsession
Base of Operations: Metropolitan Atlanta
Associated Yeek Moves
- Drop the Bomb
- Yeek Hip Motion while Spinning
- Half-Time Dance Motion while Transforming
- Switch into Legacy Yeek Motion (still at Half-Time)
- Hop and Spin in Circle and return to Normal Yeek Stance (Facing Camera)
- Prep Motion with Left Shoulder Brush-Off Action (get up off me Shawdy)
- Eclectic Hand Action
- Fist and Twerk Drop with Feline and Elusive Hip Action
- Pointing and Circular Bouncing in Place
- Regular Skate Skip
- Skate Skip in Half-Time Motion with Leg in Air
- Original Usage of Self-Transformation using her Left Hand ONLY into Finishing Move
Weapons
- Vintage Hair Color with Fresh Hair Style
- Royal Purple Yeek T-Shirt
- Adidas Socks (stylized and worn with ATL Swag)
- All-Black Adidas Sneakers (ATL Hip Hop Classics)
- Vintage Cut-Off Camo Pants
- Cosmic-Level Smile and Feminine Demeanor while Yeeking
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1982 – Play At Your Own Risk by Planet Patrol
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 2014 – Anaconda by Nicki Minaj
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- Chanting – Various Male Voices, Royalty-Free Music
Finishing Move
- Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era) and Walk Off with Divine and Sacred Smile
Video Details
- Video Placement: 5 of 9
- Screen Time: 2:55 to 3:22
- Total Running Time: 27 seconds
- Backdrop: The Outkast Mural
Contact
- Instagram (IG): @Pumkinbyrd
- Facebook (FB): Pumkin Harris Byrd
- Venmo: @Likesabyrd
- Email: feentity@gmail.com
- Phone: 404.513.3282
Mr. Blackmell - Drew
Overview
Government Name: Jerron Fair
Yeek Name: Blackmell aka Drew
Occupations: Writer, Artist, Professional Dancer
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Solo Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Eras: [The Bounce Era (1995 – 2010), The Crunk Era (1997 – 2010), The Turn Up Era (2010 – Present)]
Yeek Group Affiliations: 112, Fast Forward
Base of Operations: Metropolitan Atlanta
Associated Yeek Moves
- Strong Leg Swivel Motions while peering at Floor
- Various Body Movements into Half-Time Finger Point
- Drop the Bomb (Left Hand Only)
- Spin into Ground Touch
- Yeek Bounce toward Camera
- Half-Time Movement (Close to Camera)
- Mid-Level Elevator Stance with Rapid Hand Movements
- Legacy Yeek Motion into Full Spin
- Self-Transformation into Finishing Move
Weapons
- Custom and Swagged Out Red and Black Yeek Outfit
- Custom Fresh Baseball Cap
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1982 – Planet Rock (Bonus Beats, Instrumental) by Afrika Bambaataa and the Soul Sonic Force
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 2017 – Rolex by Avo & Teo
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- Uuyah – Male Background Vocals, Royalty-Stock Samples
Finishing Move
- Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 6 of 9
- Screen Time: 3:23 to 3:50
- Total Running Time: 27 seconds
- Backdrop: The Outkast Mural
Contact
- Website: mrblackmell.com
- Email: mrblackmell@gmail.com
Poisonman
Overview
Government Name: Mike Jordan
Yeek Name: Poisonman
Occupations: Choreographer, Performing Artist, Professional Dancer
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Era: [ The Founders Era (1980 – 1985), The Innovators Era (1985-1990) ]
Yeek Group Affiliations: I.J.C. (International Jamming Crew), 4U2NV, 911, T.C.P. (The Crowd Pleasers) aka YEEK KINGZZ, Guess Who Crew
Base of Operations: Metropolitan Atlanta
Associated Yeek Moves
- Walk into Camera (on-beat) with ATL Swag
- Legacy Yeek Routine with Several Spins
- Reverse Spin back into Original Position
- Step-Up into Jumprope and straight to Legacy Yeek Move (improvised over Fist and Twerk)
- Skate Skip while Spinning and straight into Self-Transformation
Improvisation of Legacy Yeek Moves
- Quick Yeek Bounces
- Energy from Ground Goes Up through Body (Improvisation on Famous and Vintage Poplock Move) and release Energy and go straight into another Self-Transformation
- Face Touch and Minor Yeek Action with Check Movement and Double-Hand Enforcement
- Get Mad Face and go straight into Finishing Move
Weapons
- Slow Walk into The Camera Angle for his Dance Routine
- Original and Customized Yeek Outfit with his name of the back of the Hoodie
- Matching Old School Jordans
- Matching Baseball Cap
- Fresh Yeek Chain
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1982 – Play At Your Own Risk by Planet Patrol
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 1990 – Poison by Bell Biv Devoe
Music Breakdown (Samples)
- 1989 – Roll It Up My Nigga by Success-n-Effect (Clean Version)
Finishing Move
- Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 7 of 9
- Screen Time: 3:51 to 4:26
- Total Running Time: 35 seconds
- Backdrop: Cascade Skating Rink
Contact
- Email: mikejordan2077@gmail.com
- Phone: 678.544.3875
Torion Harden
Overview
Government Name: Torion Harden
Yeek Name: Torion
Occupations: Choreographer, Dance Teacher
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Era: The Innovators Era (1985-1990)
Yeek Group Affiliations: Guess, Just Us, FastForward
Base of Operations: Metropolitan Atlanta
Associated Yeek Moves
- Legacy Yeek Warm-Up Routine into Quick Hop with Reverse Spin (while in the air)
- Smooth Slide to the Left and Change of Tempo with Skate Skip back to her right ending in a Handclap
- Another Slide at Half-Time into Double Skate Skip
- Face Cover with Right Hand (Legacy Yeek Move) and push away with Left Hand
- Wide Arm Swivel into Severe Thunderstorm Handclap
- Slight Left Turn into Fist and Twerk Stance
- Strong Elevator Action down to the Ground Floor (on her knees)
- Elevator Action into Regular Stance (without using her hands, all Leg and Hip strength) into Face-Hide with Hand Shoosh Movement (at Half-Time)
- Quick Change of Tempo into Skate Skip and straight into Self-Transformation
- Change of Pace into Half-Time Transformation Twerk Body Movements
- Full Spin into another Self-Transformation
- Full Yeek Power Move with Hands covering her Face
- Quick Tempo Shift into Legacy Yeek Warm-Up Routine
Weapons
- Slow Walk into Close View of Camera (while mean mugging Camera Operator)
- Vintage Gray Yeek T-Shirt
- Customized Dance Outfit
- Vintage and Fresh All-White Air Force Ones
- Sacred Sterling Silver Earrings
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1983 – Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) by The Eurhythmics (Instrumental Version)
- Uptempo Bass Track (can’t identify the song)
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 2018 – Walk It, Talk It by Migos
Finishing Move
- Not Applicable (Video fades into Black)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 8 of 9
- Screen Time: 4:27 to 4:57
- Total Running Time: 30 seconds
- Backdrop: The Varsity Downtown (Side View facing Georgia Tech)
Contact
- Website: becreativeartscenter.com
- Email: info@becreativeartscenter.com
- Phone: 404.984.4071
Ant Francis
Overview
Government Name: Anthony Francis
Yeek Name: Ant Francis
Occupations: Choreographer, Legacy Yeek Dancer, Dance Instructor, Graphic Design
Legal Status: ATLien
Classification: Co-Originator of Yeek, Co-Founder of Yeek, Godfather of Yeek, Dance Legend
Associated Yeek Era: [ The Founders Era (1980 -1985), Innovators Era (1985-1990)
Yeek Group Affiliation: F.D.C. (Fresh Dancing Crew)
Base of Operations: Metropolitan Atlanta
Associated Yeek Moves
- Legacy Yeek Warm-Up Routine into Quick Hop with Reverse Spin (while in the air)
- Smooth Slide to the Left and Change of Tempo with Skate Skip back to her right ending in a Handclap
- Another Slide at Half-Time into Double Skate Skip
- Face Cover with Right Hand (Legacy Yeek Move) and push away with Left Hand
- Wide Arm Swivel into Severe Thunderstorm Handclap
- Slight Left Turn into Fist and Twerk Stance
- Strong Elevator Action down to the Ground Floor (on her knees)
- Elevator Action into Regular Stance (without using her hands, all Leg and Hip strength) into Face-Hide with Hand Shoosh Movement (at Half-Time)
- Quick Change of Tempo into Skate Skip and straight into Self-Transformation
- Change of Pace into Half-Time Transformation Twerk Body Movements
- Full Spin into another Self-Transformation
- Full Yeek Power Move with Hands covering her Face
- Quick Tempo Shift into Legacy Yeek Warm-Up Routine
Weapons
- Customized Black Yeek Baseball Cap
- Customized Black Yeek Outfit
- Fresh Adidas Kicks
Music Breakdown (Songs)
- 1983 – Clear by Cybotron
Music Breakdown (A Capella)
- 2018 – Rock by Plies (*** tempo-altered by DJ Jelly to give it a new Swagged out Vocal Flow ***)
Finishing Move
- Legacy Yeek Move (from The Founders Era) into Black Screen with Fye appearing (Graphic Effect)
Video Details
- Video Placement: 9 of 9
- Screen Time: 4:57 to 5:49
- Total Running Time: 52 seconds
- Backdrop: Wall Mural with MLK and Graffiti
Contact
- Instagram (IG): @datfyeentertainment
- Email: atlyeekdancefit@gmail.com
- Phone: 678.770.6856
