Te Robaré (Nicky Jam)
Intermediate Level
Going deeper — techniques and nuances for experienced dancers
A Nicky Jam x Ozuna bachata-urban crossover hit that trains dancers to navigate hybrid rhythms on modern dance floors.
Intermediate focus
Notice how the song alternates between sung sections (more melodic, easier to dance bachata to) and more rhythmic, flow-style vocal delivery (more urban feel). Let your movement reflect this: smoother, more flowing bachata movement during the singing, and slightly harder, more grounded movement during the rhythmic sections. The chorus is where both elements merge — bring your full bachata game to the chorus sections.
Tips
- •Listen to both the original and the bachata remix to understand what was added and what was kept
- •Practice transitioning between bachata movement and urban movement in the mirror
- •The chorus hooks are designed for big, committed movement — don't be shy with them
Common mistakes
- •Fighting the urban elements instead of incorporating them
- •Dancing pure traditional bachata to a song that's clearly a hybrid
- •Losing the bachata timing when the urban beat gets prominent
Practice drill
Play the bachata remix and alternate every 16 counts between pure bachata movement and urban-influenced movement. Focus on making the transitions smooth rather than abrupt. The goal is to develop a blended style that honors both the original track and the bachata remix.