Beyoncé Accused of Copying 911’s Iconic Move in New Documentary
Beyoncé has found herself in the middle of a surprising controversy after the 90s boyband 911 claimed that the pop superstar copied one of their signature dance moves. The shocking admission came in a BBC documentary, where the band revealed that Beyoncé allegedly took inspiration from their famous booty shake without ever acknowledging them.
911 Claims Beyoncé Stole Their Signature Move
The 43-year-old Beyoncé has always been known for her incredible dancing skills, particularly her booty shake, which has become one of her signature moves in performances and music videos. However, the British boyband 911, which consisted of Lee Brennan, Jimmy Constable, and Simon ‘Spike’ Dawbarn, is now claiming that this iconic move was originally theirs.

According to Spike Dawbarn, the band’s member, the encounter took place during a 1997 performance when they were on a show with Destiny’s Child. He recounted that Beyoncé, then a member of the girl group, was fascinated by their move when they performed their hit song “Bodyshakin’”.
Spike’s Shocking Admission
Spike shared his experience in the documentary, revealing that Beyoncé was eager to learn the dance move after seeing it performed live. “There’s something about that move… we did a TV show with Destiny’s Child. We performed and we did Bodyshakin’ and Beyoncé was like ‘show us that move! Keep doing it.’” Spike went on to explain that when Beyoncé asks, you just have to comply, so they kept performing the move.
However, years later, when Beyoncé performed her signature booty shake in various music videos, Spike couldn’t help but feel that she had “robbed” their iconic dance. “So when you watch Beyoncé videos doing the booty shake, I’m like ‘ah, she robbed it!’ We did it first!” he said.
John McLaughlin’s Thoughts on the Move
In the documentary, John McLaughlin, the songwriter behind the band’s hit “Bodyshakin’”, reflected on how the move became a part of 911’s routine. He praised the band’s dancing abilities, saying, “Spike and Jimmy were fantastic dancers. It wasn’t even dancing, it was acrobatics…” McLaughlin also discussed how they crafted the song to match the energetic dance style. “We wanted it to sound like a dance. A word that just sticks in your brain. When Bodyshakin’ came, I thought ah that’s it!”
Despite the shocking accusations from 911, Beyoncé or her representatives have not yet commented on the matter. This has led to further speculation and divided opinions among fans. Some believe that Beyoncé’s iconic move is a natural evolution of dance trends, while others support 911’s claims, stating that an acknowledgment would have been the respectful thing to do.
The Influence of 90s Pop Culture
This controversy also highlights the ongoing influence of 90s pop culture on modern artists. Beyoncé, like many other artists, often draws inspiration from past trends, including the 90s boybands who defined an era of music and fashion. Whether or not the booty shake was directly inspired by 911, it’s clear that dance and fashion in pop music often evolve through subtle influences passed from one artist to another.
While Beyoncé’s dance routines continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide, the allegations from 911 show how the evolution of pop culture and dance can sometimes blur the lines of ownership. As the debate continues, fans will have to decide for themselves whether the iconic booty shake belongs to Beyoncé, 911, or a little bit of both.
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