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- calendar_today November 13, 2026
TOB Claims Their Place in Go-Go with “Shake Dat (I Just Wanna Dance)”
After feeling left out of a high-profile Roots Picnic tribute to go-go music, Washington D.C.'s TOB, led by talker “Lil” Chris Proctor, is making waves with their latest viral hit. The track, “Shake Dat (I Just Wanna Dance),” released on September 11, blends TOB's original 2006 song “Shake Dat Azz” with Chicago rapper BabyChiefDoit’s “Ghetto Love Story,” creating what many now call one of the biggest hits in bouncebeat history—a stripped-down subgenre of go-go music known for its syncopated rhythms and energetic style.
From Exclusion to Viral Success
In May, TOB frontman Lil Chris voiced his frustration at bouncebeat being excluded from a major go-go anniversary celebration. After their disappointment, the group refocused their energy, and the release of “Shake Dat (I Just Wanna Dance)” marked a turning point. Its infectious chorus and danceable groove quickly made it a favorite on social media, especially TikTok and Instagram Reels. Viral clips have shown a wide range of dancers—from kids to elected officials—getting in on the action. Even D.C.'s newly elected District Delegate, Robert White, danced to the song during his acceptance speech.
How a Song Went Viral
The journey to viral status began when TOB incorporated BabyChiefDoit’s “I just wanna dance” hook into their long-running “Shake Dat Azz” during live sets starting in July. By late August, their set on Noochie’s Live From the Front Porch drew broader attention, and a September 12 performance at Art All Night saw the crowd erupt and join in the chorus. Soon, videos from these performances spread rapidly across platforms, featuring dancers of all ages and backgrounds. Comedian Davy Ruffin summed up the craze, calling it the go-go “song of the year” and noting its intergenerational appeal.
The Role of Queen P and the Viral Dance
A key driver of the song’s TikTok and Instagram success has been dancer Porche “Queen P” Anthony, who currently tours as creative director and choreographer for Master P’s No Limit & Cash Money tour. In mid-September, she posted a video with Master P’s dancers performing a routine to “I Just Wanna Dance,” helping spark a widespread dance challenge. Clips of the dance have since popped up worldwide, from London’s Buckingham Palace to beaches in Japan to dance crews in Poland. Lil Chris credits both Noochie’s performance series and Queen P’s choreography for amplifying the song’s reach.
Broad Impact and a Hopeful Future for Go-Go
As “Shake Dat (I Just Wanna Dance)” climbs in popularity, its impact is seen in radio airplay, increased bookings for TOB, and a surge in public attention—including their first feature on NBC4 and packed live performances at The Wharf and Adams Morgan PorchFest. The song has even drawn praise from BabyChiefDoit, who commended TOB’s soulful adaptation. Tone P, a key figure in bringing bouncebeat to a larger audience through his earlier work with Wale and TCB, hopes that this success might lead to an official remix collaboration between BabyChiefDoit and TOB.
TOB’s Long Road to Success
TOB originated in 2003 at Bertie Backus Middle School, quickly rising through the bouncebeat circuit with hits, covers, and participation in local activism. Despite recent recognition, Lil Chris emphasizes the group’s long-standing commitment to the community and their persistent work ethic. According to Montu Mitchell, owner of the Mitchcraft clothing line, the song’s power lies in uniting diverse audiences, making it “a once-in-a-generation type of record.”
With their anthem “Shake Dat (I Just Wanna Dance),” TOB continues to energize D.C.’s music scene and demonstrate go-go’s enduring ability to bring people together.
Source: washingtoncitypaper.com.
