African black dance has a unique style, and the dances of different tribes in Africa also have different styles (because of different history, ethnic origin and acceptance of foreign cultures). However, the similar natural living environment and economic conditions determine the common characteristics of African black dance, some of which can be traced back to ancient times, some can be traced back to medieval African civilization, and some can be traced back to the invasion of western colonists.

Over the years, a wide range of life and diverse lifestyles have gradually formed a wide variety of African black dance styles. Although there are differences between African black dances, there are great commonalities, which constitute the basic characteristics of African black dances.

The biggest feature of African black dance is its strong and distinct sense of rhythm and freedom.

African blacks are very sensitive to rhythm: "Paddlers sing with the movement of paddles, porters sing while walking, and housewives sing while pounding rice."

Ning Sao introduced: "Soto people especially like the rhythm in music. The stronger the rhythm, the more they like it.

A woman wears a metal ring, which rings whenever she walks. They often get together to grind their own wheat by hand and sing along with the regular movement of their arms. These songs are in perfect harmony with their ringtones.

When dancing, Soto people beat time with their hands and feet and wear some special bells to enhance the rhythm of music. "