In the spotlight: Teyana Taylor reflects on her life-changing dance collaboration with Beyoncé
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In a recent interview, American singer and choreographer Teyana Taylor shared that at just 15 years old, she had the opportunity to work with the iconic Beyoncé Knowles-Carter on her 'Ring the Alarm' music video.
Taylor appeared on the 'Joe and Jada' podcast and reflected on how her dancing as a teenager landed her an opportunity to work with the R&B star.
She shared that Beyoncé's team got in contact with her however initially she was told that the 'If I Were A Boy' singer just wanted to learn the chicken noodle soup dance.
'You wanna know what's crazy? Another stamp to New York. She wanted to learn the chicken noodle soup! This is when I was rolling around with the big hair and fitted cap, you already know . So they called me because I was outside, ready to battle with everybody,' she said.
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The chicken noodle soup dance is a hip hop dance move that originates from Harlem, New York, and became popular in the early 2000s.
The dance was named after the song 'Chicken Noodle Soup', which was released in 2006 by rapper Young B and DJ Webstar.
The 'Straw' actress further added that Beyoncé called her back to work with her for another performance, and she used the opportunity of working with the singer as a learning moment.
'She called me back for another performance that she had, which was amazing; but I'm also a sponge. I'm spongebob square f****g pants, Imma soak in everything, imma take in everything. To be able to work with her at that age, I'm taking in everything,' Taylor said.
Over the past years, Taylor has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry and has also become a prominent celebrity.
She is also one of the celebrities that is known for her versatility, which ranges from acting to singing and dancing as well.
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