New Orleans Native SubTweet Shawn's Bounce Anthem Takes Over Mardi Gras

The versatile entertainer's high-energy track and viral dance move became a staple of Mardi Gras celebrations across the city.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The New Orleans native known for his viral skits, stand-up comedy, and high-energy music saw his newest bounce anthem take over social media timelines and parade-season highlight reels across the city during Mardi Gras. Shawn's versatility as an entertainer has helped him move seamlessly between comedy, music, and digital content, building a brand that feels rooted in New Orleans culture but flexible enough to travel far beyond it.

Why it matters

Bounce music has long been intertwined with call-and-response, dance, and celebration in New Orleans. Shawn's music crossing into sports culture and social media timelines reflects a continuation of this New Orleans tradition that connects generations.

The details

Shawn's song "Rock Your Hips" quickly became a go-to for Mardi Gras recap videos, and the dance move associated with the track gained traction through sports celebrations, with athletes like Malik Nabers and the late Kyren Lacy helping to amplify the move on a larger stage.

  • Shawn's song "Rock Your Hips" became a Mardi Gras staple in 2026.

The players

SubTweet Shawn

A New Orleans native known for his viral skits, stand-up comedy, and high-energy music.

Malik Nabers

An athlete who helped popularize the "Rock Your Hips" dance move associated with Shawn's song.

Kyren Lacy

An athlete who also helped popularize the "Rock Your Hips" dance move before his passing.

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What they’re saying

“I like to consider myself an entertainer, like Jamie Foxx. He can do everything.”

— SubTweet Shawn (wwltv.com)

“Shoutout to Malik Nabers and RIP to Kyren Lacy because they helped make that move popular. They would do it every time they made a touchdown. It felt great to kind of keep letting history repeat itself, being a part of the sport celebration culture.”

— SubTweet Shawn (wwltv.com)

The takeaway

SubTweet Shawn's versatility as an entertainer and his ability to create music and content that resonates with the New Orleans community and beyond have allowed him to become a breakout star, with his latest bounce anthem and viral dance move becoming a staple of Mardi Gras celebrations across the city.