Quote

“Hip Hop Dancing is a powerful form of communication that can unite people from all walks of life.”

– Will Smith

Note

The term B-Boy refers to both genders, not just the guys. I am using this term to make the reading more seamless.

Introduction

A b-boy is a hip hop dancer who is skilled in breaking, a style of street dance that originated in the United States in the 1970s.

B-boys typically perform acrobatic moves, such as freezes, spins, and flips, to the beat of hip hop music.

They often compete in battles against other b-boys to see who can perform the most impressive moves.

Overview

The term “b-boy” is thought to have originated in the Bronx, New York, in the early 1970s.

It is a shortened form of the term “breakboy,” which was used to describe dancers who performed breaking.

Breaking was originally a part of the larger hip hop culture, which also included rapping and DJing.

However, over time, breaking became a distinct art form in its own right.

Today, b-boys can be found all over the world.

They compete in professional competitions and perform at street festivals and other events.

B-boying is a physically demanding art form that requires strength, agility, and coordination.

It is also a creative art form that allows dancers to express themselves through movement.

B-boying is a popular form of exercise and a way to connect with other people who share a love of hip hop culture.

Breaking in Documentaries

1983 – Wild Style

1983 – Style Wars

1984 – Rising Up: The History of Breakdancing

1984 – B-Boys: The Beginning

2002 – The Freshest Kids

2007 – Planet B-Boy

2011 – You Got Served, Take It to the Streets

2021 – All the Streets Are Silent: The Convergence of Hip Hop and Skateboarding (1987 – 1997)

Breaking in Movies

1983 – Flashdance

1984 – Breakin’

1984 – Beat Street

1984 – Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo

1985 – Krush Groove

1985 – Rappin’

2001 – Save the Last Dance

2003 – Honey

2004 – You Got Served

2006 – Step Up

2008 – Step Up 2: The Streets

2010 – Step Up 3D

2011 – You Got Served: Beat The World

2012 – Step Up Revolution

2014 – Step Up All In

2016 – The Get Down

Breaking in TV Series

2008 – America’s Best Dance Crew

2009 – Glee

2012 – The Ultimate Dance Battle

2016 – The Get Down

2017 – World of Dance

NOTE: This list is not exhaustive and is being updated.