What is the Anxiety Dance Challenge?
The #AnxietyDanceChallenge is taking TikTok by storm after Will Smith and Tatyana Ali (Ashley from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) recreated their iconic dance scene from the show’s pilot episode. The trend uses Doechii’s hit track “Anxiety”, blending throwback vibes with a modern, empowering beat.
Now everyone is putting their own twist on the moves — and you can too!
Step-by-Step Guide to Joining the Challenge
1. Watch the Original Fresh Prince Scene
- Head to YouTube or TikTok and search:
➤ “Fresh Prince pilot dance scene Will Smith Ashley” - Watch how Ashley confidently dances to the beat and how Will awkwardly tries to keep up — this is the heart of the trend!
📌 Tip: Don’t worry about copying it perfectly — the charm lies in the fun, quirky mimicry.
Listen to “Anxiety” by Doechii
- Find the track on TikTok’s sounds or stream it on Spotify/Apple Music to get a feel for the beat.
- The challenge uses the beat drop where the dance begins — note the timing so you can sync your moves.
Learn or Recreate the Dance
- The dance involves rhythmic arm movements, a slight body sway, and lots of attitude.
- You can either:
- Mimic the exact moves from the scene
- Or create your own Fresh Prince-inspired twist using the same energy
📌 Bonus: Pair up with a friend to recreate the Will + Ashley combo!
Set Up Your Scene
- Background: Choose a clean, well-lit space — bonus points for a retro-themed setup!
- Outfit: Go for 90s vibes! Think bright colors, caps, oversized shirts, or denim overalls.
- Camera Setup: Use a tripod or prop your phone securely to capture full-body movement.
Record Your Video
- Use TikTok or your phone’s camera.
- Align your first move with the beat drop of the song.
- Keep it light, fun, and expressive — the charm lies in personality, not perfection.
📌 Pro Tip: Add transitions or effects if you want to jazz it up (but keep the vibe playful).
Edit and Add Music
- On TikTok:
- Add the official “Anxiety” sound
- Trim your video to start right on the beat
- Use TikTok’s built-in filters or retro-style effects
- Caption idea:
“Throwin’ it back to ‘90s vibes with #Anxiety 💃🕺 #FreshPrinceChallenge #AnxietyDanceChallenge #WillAndAshleyEnergy”
Upload and Share
- Post it on TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts.
- Use trending hashtags to increase reach:
- #AnxietyDanceChallenge
- #FreshPrinceChallenge
- #WillSmith
- #Doechii
- #90sVibes
- #TikTokDance
Engage with the Community
- Like, comment, and duet others’ videos to stay in the loop.
- Tag friends and challenge them to join!
- Comment on the original Will Smith x Tatyana Ali video for visibility and to show appreciation.
Final Tips
- Be authentic — this challenge is more about vibes than choreography.
- Have fun with it — bonus points for 90s nostalgia!
- Don’t overthink it — just dance out your “anxiety” and join the fun!