Picture this: Detroit and Chicago go head to head in a … dance-off?
In a video that’s been viewed more than 6 million times, Detroit’s police officers broke it down as part of a national Running Man dance-off, busting out moves like the Nae Nae and the Roger Rabbit. And Detroit police Chief James Craig challenged the Windy City to top it. (Oh, it’s on!)
Detroit’s cops have some smooth moves, we’ll give them that. But we’re fairly certain Chicago’s police could out-dance, out-groove and out-move any city. That is, if they accept the challenge.
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So in the spirit of good ol’ competition, here are some suggestions on how Chicago police could be a duel-worthy competitor against Detroit’s dancing cops:
Choreography, choreography, choreography. Nothing screams, “we’re the better than you” like some perfectly timed footwork.
For selfish reasons, I’d love to see CPD do the Running Man or Dab to the “COPS” theme song, “Bad Boys.” Because obviously.
Bust a move in Chicago-esque places around the city. For example: The CTA, Willis Tower sky deck, The Bean and Wrigley Field.
Break out every old-school, new-school and middle school (slow dance) dance move you’ve ever heard of. Here are a few to get you started: The Mashed Potato, The Twist, The Macarena, The Shopping Cart, Dougie, Stanky Leg, etc.
Jazz hands. If their eyes are on your dazzling digits, they’ll forget to be watching you fumble your way through a routine. Just saying.
Throw on a little ditty, and watch the Second City dance its way to the top.
@RianneCoale | rcoale@redeyechicago.com
