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Published Nov 14, 2016

Twitch Boss the Hip Hop Dancing Legend on Creating Success Your Way with Lewis Howes

tWitch Boss, the hip hop dancing legend, shares his inspiring journey from Alabama to global stardom, revealing his personal philosophies on passion, family, and overcoming adversity, while offering invaluable guidance for young artists seeking success on their own terms.
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  • Dance Inspirations

    draws inspiration from a diverse array of dancers spanning generations, from legends like Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire to contemporary icons like Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson. He emphasizes the influence of his wife, Allison, whom he admired even before they met, describing her as "the embodiment of what a dancer is" 1. His passion for dance is evident in his dedication to the craft, driven by a love for movement and a relentless drive to excel 2.

    A dancer is what music looks like. A deaf person would be able to watch a dancer and be like, I think that it maybe sounds like this or that movement.

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    This passion and drive have been pivotal in setting him apart in the competitive dance industry.

       

    Dance Journey

    Reflecting on his journey, shares how his upbringing in Montgomery, Alabama, shaped his path to becoming a renowned dancer. Despite the challenges of pursuing dance in a small community, he persevered, eventually attending Chapman University to hone his skills 3. His journey highlights the importance of community and support within the dance world, where he felt embraced despite its competitive nature 4.

    As competitive as the world and realm of show business is, and speaking specifically about dance, it's still a very small community.

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    This sense of belonging has been crucial in his evolution as a dancer.

       

    Career Highlights

    reflects on the pivotal moments and projects that have fueled his career, particularly highlighting his experience in "Step Up 3D" as a dream come true. This film, which was all about dance, allowed him to live out his childhood fantasies inspired by movies like "Beat Street" 5. He also speaks about the perfect timing in his personal life, meeting his wife and forming a family at a time when everything seemed to align perfectly 6.

    Everything has its own time period. It really does. And as soon as I trusted that it did, everything just really unfolded.

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    These experiences have enriched his life and career, reinforcing his belief in trusting the process.

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