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Top 5 "Soda Pop" Dance Videos That Prove KPop Demon Hunters Has Taken Over

If you haven't fallen down the KPop Demon Hunters rabbit hole yet, first of all, where have you been? And second, welcome, because "Soda Pop" is about to live rent-free in your head for the foreseeable future.

The Saja Boys' bop has spawned some seriously impressive dance content online, and we've rounded up five videos that stopped our scroll dead in its tracks. Whether you're here for the clean footwork, the group sync, or just some pure feel-good energy, this list has got you covered.

5. Kena Metcale - Soda Pop at the Summit

Former Utah Jazz NBA dancer turned travel and faith content creator Kena Metcalfe took "Soda Pop" somewhere none of us saw coming… the slopes of Mount Fuji. Because why not?

Kena brings full professional polish to every count of the choreo, which honestly makes sense when you know her background. Her technique makes it look completely effortless even at altitude.

And just when you think it can't get any better, her husband Ty pops up at the end for a little cameo that is equal parts adorable and hilarious. Honestly, the perfect closer.

4. James & Jasmin — Cute Fits, Clean Moves

Coordinated outfits? Check. Flawless choreo? Double check. This German-Australian duo brought some serious couple goals energy to their "Soda Pop" video, and the internet noticed.

James & Jasmin showed up in matching grey sweatpants and sporty jerseys, casual, cool, and perfectly in sync before they even hit the first count. And then the dancing started. These two nail every beat together with the kind of effortless chemistry that only comes from a couple who genuinely loves moving together. No showing off, no one outshining the other. Just two people having the best time and making it look ridiculously good. With 3.4 million TikTok followers and over 100 million likes, James & Jasmin have built their following on fun, trending dance content like this.

@jamesandjasmin

WE FINALLY DID THE SODA POP viral Kpop dance 🥰 | Jasmin and James x Demon Hunters 🩷

♬ Soda Pop - Saja Boys & Andrew Choi & Neckwav & Danny Chung & Kevin Woo & samUIL Lee & KPop Demon Hunters Cast

3. Angelo Marasigan — An internet favorite

When one of TikTok's biggest entertainers decides to take on "Soda Pop," the internet pays attention. Filipino-Australian creator Angelo Marasigan, the #1 TikTok creator in Australia with a whopping 17.6 million followers, brought his signature charisma to the challenge and absolutely delivered.

What makes this one special is that Angelo isn't primarily known as a dancer. He built his empire on comedy skits, impressions, and pure relatability. So when he steps up and nails the choreo with this much style and energy, it’s impressive. He delivered genuinely great precision from someone who clearly doesn't need to prove anything but did anyway.

With hundreds of millions of likes to his name and a TikTok Creator of the Year nomination under his belt, Angelo is one of the platform's most beloved personalities, and this video is a perfect example of why. It's no surprise this one racked up some of the highest view counts of any "Soda Pop" cover out there.

2. Silvia Solymosyová — Submerging “Soda Pop”

Slovak artistic swimmer and underwater performer Silvia Solymosyová didn't just learn the "Soda Pop" choreo ; she did the whole thing underwater, and somehow made it look effortless. We love her use of props bragging her her sandal as a stand-in for a soda can. This isn't just a fun gimmick either. Silvia is the real deal. She's a World Finalist and two-time European Medalist in artistic swimming, and she made history as the first swimmer ever to hit 1 million followers on TikTok. When someone with that level of athletic precision takes on a viral dance challenge, the result is something pretty special.

1. DEKSORKRAO — Thailand's Most Extra "Soda Pop" Cover (And We Mean That as a Full Compliment)

If everyone else on this list did the "Soda Pop" challenge, DEKSORKRAO made a whole production out of it. This Thai group didn't just learn the choreo, they recreated the entire scene from KPop Demon Hunters, shot-for-shot, with what appears to be every friend and family member they could round up. The result is pure joy.

And through all the chaos and comedy, the dancing itself is genuinely on point. DEKSORKRAO has built their entire following on this kind of loveable, high-effort, low-budget magic .

With 3.9 million TikTok followers and over 120 million likes, these guys from rural Thailand have done a great job making the whole internet smile (and dance).

Can't get enough? The "Soda Pop" challenge is still going strong, so if you're feeling inspired, the dance floor (or your living room) is calling. Tag us if you film your own version. We want to see it.

DUNCAN LAURENCE MAKES AN ARTIST REQUEST

By now, you've probably heard the unforgettable song "Arcade" by singer-songwriter Duncan Laurence. Laurence first stepped onto the world stage when “Arcade” won the coveted 2019 Eurovision Song Contest. In the almost three years since, “Arcade” has gone on to rack up billions of streams worldwide, creating new fans of Duncan Laurence wherever it goes.

And now, the song has its own stunning contemporary dance video as part of DanceOn's "Artist Request" series. Directed by Ryan Parma and choreographed by Jan Ravnik, "Arcade" beautifully comes to life through the movement and storytelling ability of Jan Ravnik and dance partner Madison Alvarado. A beautiful, heart-wrenching glimpse into the dilapidated remains of a relationship past, the Artist Request for "Arcade" perfectly visualizes Laurence's poignant lyrics. The duet takes us physically and emotionally through what’s left of the home and life the couple once shared.

Check out the video below and let us know what you think!

PERMISSION TO DANCE

DanceOn trend alert! BTS dropped their new single PERMISSION TO DANCE July 8th 2021, and we are unapologetically grooving to it. If you are looking for a good time, look no further than the official music video:

The choreography includes international sign language signaling ‘fun’, ‘dance’ and ‘peace’. Check out the especially smooth execution of Jungkook’s pencil turn around 2:14. The original choreography to the full track can be viewed here in BTS’s official rehearsal dance video:

Despite the strong connection to dance in the song lyrics and music video, no choreographer is listed in the music video’s credits. Full credits in screenshots below!

We searched online and could find the name of nearly every talent involved but no mention of the choreographer in any press story or posting. We’ve reached out to the creative team and hopefully will update this post soon with information on the choreographer(s) identity and work!

If you are looking for a way to learn the official PERMISSION TO DANCE choreography, there’s an excellent breakdown and tutorial created by YouTube dance influencers Ellen and Brian. Check it out here:

Learn the dance and join the BTS Army by posting your own version of the routine. Shout out to @Chisaakiii for her joyful take of Permission to Dance on TikTok. Over 3 million views so far and counting! We’ll see you out there on the virtual dance floor!