The “Law & Order” Theme Song Has Gone Viral On TikTok Because Of The Hilarious “Special Dance Unit” Routine

TikTok/jonas_sjv
Some folks say that you can dance to pretty much any music. That includes jingles and theme songs like the one in this story.
Who knew that the theme to Law & Order could also spawn a viral dance routine?!
It was created by @jonas_sjv who said in his caption that he did this with “my friends.”

TikTok/jonas_sjv
So wholesome. So pure. So impressive. Also, hilarious.
The Wednesday dance is an example of a dance that many people recreated on TikTok. It’s a rare phenomenon.
Mariska Hargitay, who plays Olivia Benson on Law & Order SVU, did the dance with her co-star Kelli Giddish.

TikTok/nbc
Great rhythm, ladies!
They weren’t the only famous people to join the trend. The band Haim posted their performance on TikTok!
Their synchronization is very impressive. Maybe they’ll do it on their next tour?

TikTok/haimtheband
Why did the Law & Order dance routine go viral? It’s hard to say.
The dance is easy to do, plus the contrast between serious SVU subject matter and a silly dance is great dark humor.
Also, the tune is such a bop!
Watch the full clip.
@jonas_sjv DC: ME brought friends and Michael @bee @Itsdevarian @Murky @Bethany @Spaidtheway #lawandordersvu #dundun #viral #fyp
Here is @chilibeanbean and her partner putting their hearts into the meme.
@chilibeanbean
This is Kelli Giddish and Mariska Hargitay from Law & Order SVU AKA “Special Dance Unit” giving the dance everything they’ve got.
@nbc Special Dance Unit 💃 #SVU | NBC and Peacock #LawAndOrder DC: @Sanoj
The band Haim also got in on the trend on their account @haimtheband.
@haimtheband we were made for this..
@sheltonfamilymoments shares another great example. These two are having a blast!
@sheltonfamilymoments Who knew that after 26 seasons of my favorite TV show (starring the incredible Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson), I would be able to do a dance to the iconic theme song? 💃🏽🕺🏿👮🏽🚔@Allen Shelton #lawandorderdancechallenge #lawandordersvu #dancingcouples #funover50 #makingmarriagework #dancingcouples #dance #love #lifestyle #trending #viral #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #sheltonfamilymoments #vibes #mariskahargitay#ilovemariskahargitay
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Here is what people are saying.
LOL clever.

It adds to the charm, that’s for sure!

It’s right up there with the Ducktales theme.

Air guitar is commitment!

It’s the best part! There would be twirling, I’m sure.

It’s awesome when goofiness catches on!
The best part of humans.
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Ashley AshbeeAshley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture
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Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.
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Categories: Life & Drama
Tags: · dance, goofy, Haim, law and order, Mariska Hargitay, meme, tiktok, top, video, viral

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