What Is The WAP Dance And Why Is It Dividing Fans?

Empowerment or objectification?

POSTED BY RACHEL OSHO

Cardi B’s hit song "WAP," featuring Megan Thee Stallion, became an internet sensation when it trumped the charts and debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Songs chart. The song's popularity has inspired a new dance craze known as ‘The WAP challenge,’ which is currently taking over TikTok. This viral dance, characterized by suggestive poses, flips, and splits, has garnered participation from numerous celebrities, including TikTok stars Addison Rae and Charli D’Amelio. The challenge has amassed a massive number of TikTok views, showcasing the widespread impact of Cardi B's and Megan Thee Stallion's electrifying collaboration.

Despite the song’s undeniable success, the dance has stirred up a lot of controversy with many claiming that it seeks to degrade and objectify women. 

Former Republican congressional candidate DeAnna Lorraine expressed her distaste for the song in a tweet

“Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion just set the entire female gender back 100 years with their disgusting & vile ‘WAP’ song.”

Whilst many fans agreed with this, opinions remain divided as many others have pledged their support and are using the dance as a way to support and uplift other women.

In many countries in the world, women are looked down upon. It is more difficult for them to get some work than men. To get a job, they sometimes have to tell a lie. That's unfair. Women can work no worse than men. There's nothing that women can't do. Perhaps, they are better at their work than men. There are many ways to support women, here I recommend a few better ways.

1. Feminist custom made pins.

If you founded or joined an organization that supports women, this customizable lapel pin is sure to amaze you.
You can add words of support for women on it and choose the right image. You can give these pins to members of your organization or like-minded friends as a souvenir. Wearing them when participating in organization activities and parades can attract more people who support women to join.

2. Feminist custom die cut stickers.

Stickers will be lighter than pins, and the patterns will be more vivid. You can design many different texts and patterns that support women's views, and you can stick them on your clothes or your own body when participating in organized activities and parades, so that more people can't ignore you. And you can also use it in the decoration of daily life, such as on the phone case, on the computer, on the kettle, etc. Let everyone around you get to know and join your organization.

 

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