A viral video snippet of Ghanaian dancer Afronita and her protégé Abigail Dromo’s electrifying performance on Britain’s Got Talent has set social media ablaze as their energetic performance caused the Judges to give a unanimous approval and a standing ovation at the audition.
The duo delivered an infectious showcase of the Azonto dance style, momentarily transporting the British audience back to the Azonto craze that took the world by storm over a decade ago.
In the footage, Afronita and Abigail are seen performing energetic Azonto moves to Fuse ODG’s hit song “Azonto” as the crowd cheers them on. Their dynamic choreography had the audience on their feet, reminiscing about when the Ghanaian dance style first exploded in popularity in the UK and globally in the early 2010s, even capturing the attention of personalities like former Prime Minister David Cameron.
Within hours, the viral video had racked up thousands of views and comments as fans expressed excitement for the full episode broadcast. Many lauded Afronita and Abigail for reigniting interest in Azonto’s unique rhythms and playful aesthetic through their proud celebration of this Ghanaian cultural export on the Britain’s Got Talent stage.
The duo’s showstopping act was a huge hit, earning them four resounding “yes” votes from the judges to advance to the next round of the competition.
In a heartwarming reaction, an elated Afronita stated, “This is the doing of the Lord! These words from the Judges mean so much to me.”
Her quote conveyed humble gratitude for the warm reception to their Ghanaian cultural showcase on such a prominent British entertainment platform.
The judges’ unanimous approval validated Afronita and Abigail’s efforts to introduce mainstream British audiences to the dynamic Azonto style. Their entertaining performance transcended any perceived barriers, with the high-profile judges praising their showcase of Ghana’s impactful pop culture moments like the Azonto dance craze.
As the world awaits the full performance, the viral snippet is a tantalizing preview of the cross-cultural connections forged through dance.
It’s a moment of celebration for Ghanaian pop culture’s enduring global impact, brought to life by Afronita and Abigail’s infectious energy and pride in sharing their heritage on the Britain’s Got Talent stage.
