The traditional Zaouli Mask Dance in Bouafle

⁣ The traditional Zaouli Mask Dance in Bouafle, Côte d’Ivoire is what’s believed to have inspired Michael Jackson’s legendary dance moves. The dance was created in the 1950’s and always performed by men, who take on average seven years to perfect his moves. What’s really impressive is that the dancers wear flip flops and are able to pull off insane moves.