Victor James & Nicola Thomas - "Somebody Else's Arms"

This Artistic Motions’ video - produced by videographer Eric Brooks - is another one of the James/Thomas series. Subscribe to our channel and stay tuned for more videos from the Artistic Motions archives. Also visit our website at www.artisticmotions.com. If you're a beginner, or you want to hone your basic fundamentals visit our website at www.artisticmotions.com. Gain access to our FREE instructional videos when you sign up for a FREE Silver Package membership. Enjoy, and thanks so much for your words of encouragement, patience and support! ~ Victor A. James Sr.

[@hairdivamaria]

Sophisticated, respectful and CLASSY..... This is who we are, let's get it... We do it best, STEPPIN...

[@SaraSmile70]

I never use this word but I think it really is fitting..... Classy! Elegant! I am a fan!

[@tracycampbell194]

Victor & Nicola Steppn' was sooo.. Airy, Artistic and SensuaL. A lot can be learned from viewing them!

[@starbright1]

Loved it(The perfect Marriage between Music & Dance)!!!❤💛🧡💚💙

[@ThaBrooklynHurricane2]

when I watch them, I just be cheesin back! Takes me back to when we were classy and elegant when we went out to have a good time. Ladies enjoyed being ladies; and men enjoyed us. We were treated with dignity and respect and nobody got hurt because nobody wasn't with anyone they didn't wanna be with. You'd go to the club, have a few drinks and dance the night away; and if you were lucky: a dance turned into a romance! Those were the days, my friend. And when it's all said and done, I'm just grateful for the music and the memories. Victor and Nicola , I'd love to see more, please : )

[@eugene5323]

This performance exudes one of man's most exquisite moments in life! Ladies and gentlemen I pray that we can bring this type of art form back in the minds of our communities throughout the USA.

[@mariawilliams-kemp2069]

All I can say is CLASSY!!!!!!! This couple also danced on Anthony Hamilton's song Amazing...

[@adrienneteal1855]

I am soo mesmerized by the way this couple dance, OMG. I hope one day in this life I can find a REAL MAN to teach me how to dance like this. This Texas girl is looking for that special guy. Beautiful video

[@Ripplie]

Victor and Nicola had the magic more than any other partners.

[@AngelaWilliams-nd7hb]

So beautiful ,Victor and Nicola you have touched so many people through your dance/talent. I just love the way you two vibe. I smiled through your entire dance. Thank you.

[@MJL898]

This couple is so elegant and smooth with their movements. I love watching them dance. They have the best Steppin’ video on KZbin. I watch their videos daily. It is relaxing just watching them move. So in sync!

[@jacquelinetyler5339]

I enjoyed every bit of this video...Choice of music was perfect... I would love to dance this with my baby...Beautiful couple...May you both stay bless...

[@shaaronfonville2556]

I'm from Kansas... but I can rock it like this ...my husband taught me.. he was from CHI town... RIP Robert Earl Fonville aka TWIN!!

[@lalaverdefrijole]

Poetry in Motion!

[@kennymorris3154]

Hey hey " Steppin is a lifestyle , from Chicago

[@narutoross1129]

Black, Beautiful and Graceful. You two, Mr. Victor James and you Ms. Nicola Thomas, your dancing was smoooooth and silky. I was captivated by your essence. Through your movements. One could experience/ see how love feels and what it would look like in it's sincerity/ purest form. GOD bless you, simply beautiful🙏

[@ThaBrooklynHurricane2]

can't get enough of you two!! I am very inspired and cant wait to get back to dancing again. thasssssswumtalkinbout!!!!! Romance. Intimacy. Class. Elegance. You lead. I follow. To create something beautiful!

[@shirleythomas86]

Smooth. We've been dancing like this for years. Glad it's being recognized. Though I'm not from Chicago, we danced liked this in Gary, Indiana and we still do. Kudos to this share. Great song too!

[@billyhill727]

I just got through watching this video again and I still say steppin is more graceful with great music and great dancers. It just has a better flow of movement than ballroom dancing.

[@marshajohnson978]

OOO WEEE!!! This couple is smooth beyond measure. Thank you both for honoring the true art of the dance. Much respect 💞💖💥💥💥💯💯💯

[@classylady58]

Very nice. They have such Harmony together.

[@donaldjohnson5238]

Victor and Nicola, I don't know how many times I have watched your videos, they are the best. They get better each time. Thanks for sharing them with us !

[@lettiebanks-jones8622]

Sooooo Smooth and Elegant!! LOve This🥰

[@LaydeeTee100]

Watching you two dancing together makes me homesick! Just beautiful, I love it!

[@catherinelevi2391]

Victor & Nicole enjoy watching u dance smooth and on point.

[@DaBassLadyCovers]

Love this kind of steppin, they both can dance but he's not over dancing and trying to be flashy he can just dance. Lovely video!

[@aureliapetty-owens6333]

Nicola... This video here made me fall in love with Chicago Steppin. Some people are different in their dance and the same go for Steppin. I'm getting there! Thank you both so much for sharing the style I would like to achieve.

[@mmarlkraig30]

This was INCREDIBLE!!!!! Beautiful choreography and elegant setting, and Frankie Beverly, COME ON 😀😀

[@jamesdelgado6661]

now this is what I call equilibrium dancing,soooo smooth and elegant!

[@Lafayev]

Love it. The smoothness (if that's a word...if not, it should be to describe this dance...lol), grace are elite grade. And I can't over look the fact that they appeared to enjoy...and dance. Great Job.

[@jackfrench3422]

The two of you make magic!

[@tekbuf6301]

Pure BUTTER!!

[@paulettetyler5230]

Yall look so good!!! Your attire, the dancing and who doesn't love Maze!!!

[@MsLadyroses]

The nice thing about their "superb steppin" is that they're actually SMILING too. It's really good to see them enjoying their art of dancing. :-D

[@garyeave5952]

Very Graceful, keep the love flowing. But what I love most about this video is how much the lady is enjoying herself. The pleasure of dancing with this brother is making her glow.

[@b.j.h.1706]

I loved every bit of this.

[@geraldfer]

I just learned some new moves within the 8 count hold and step... Thank you Victor and your lovely wife Nicola...it is sooo much appreciated by many of us... much respect from a Michigander

[@Everythingfreshandsassy]

You two are way too effortless! You're like gliding on air! Just beautiful! This is the way GROWN MEN AND WOMEN dress, dance and conduct themselves! Just grace and elegance! Teach the children!!!!!!

[@VictorJamesSr]

Thank you to each and every one of you who has shared a word of encouragement, kindness or admiration. I don't know who is watching this video or where you may be watching it, but I do know that you're not doing so on a mobile device and the number of views just keeps climbing. Thank you for acknowledging this effort for what it is: a simple work of art, an expression of love for Steppin', the perfect marriage (in my opinion) of music and dance. "When love and skill come together, expect a masterpiece" ~ John Ruskin

[@karenabdul-malik5916]

As I posted on my facebook page...Artistic, Romantic, Smooth Black Folklore. Thank you for sharing. Your creativity epitomizing the art form of Chicago-Style Steppin' - "Swing" in its modernity.

[@RXmusic4YOU]

...this should be a Prerequisite for High School Graduation....seriously...or at least an elective class....maybe more young folk would go to school....:)

[@TracyAllenVideos]

RXmusic4YOU I swear I was looking for this type of video to share and tell people that this should be something taught in schools! Bring back some "classy" dancing! Good exercise, a feeling of pride in your appearance, and class!

[@wendykear8990]

linedancing county

[@carmendiggs4276]

You both are smooth I want to learn to dance like this I took Bop lessons this summer but I want to learn stepping it is so smooth

[@MrLionking47]

I'M FROM NEWARK,NEW JERSEY where we could do the Hustle with the BEST of them, however, I have to give it to this couple for this incomparable TWO STEP Duet, Hats off to Both of you....

[@charlenetolar9470]

Hey Now Come On With It This Dance Bring Back So Many Many Many Many Memories From My Days In Detroit, This Dance Is So Smooth Til This Day I Love It Guys Great Job Guys I Love Watching This Type Of Dance 👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 Awesome Guys

[@jeromecarswell2825]

Now that’s the way you handle your queen, with tenderness, poise and a beautiful smile at all times, I just love to see happiness between my people!

[@flesiaharden8283]

Beautiful, graceful, classy. Just plain good!! Love it!

[@silky0439]

This brings me back to 1975. I know, I'm dating myself but at least back then we knew how to dance together partnering without it having to be a slow song. A man that knows how to lead a woman on the dance floor, with a woman who knows How to follow will look like they've been on 'Broadway' the changes are so smooth. Bravo, for bringing this style of dance back for our young people to see REAL dancing.

[@NIECIENOTES1]

ABSOLUTELY CHARISMATIC!!!!!

[@mrakasmooth63]

Lovely and Graceful!!!

[@wecallplcemoney9706]

Watching them step is just like medicine to the soul... There was always one girl (In my case), that you enjoy stepping with, even if it didn't come close to these two, but close, it's all about the rhythm.

[@adriennestewart857]

I truly enjoy watching the two of you!!! Flawless...

[@ronaldrobinson9634]

Adrienne Stewart ok

[@bonnieemanuel7941]

You two were ment to dance together 4ever!!! No one else Can Compare or even Come Close to you both. Please stay together!!!

[@janellamurphy5665]

CLASSY!!!

[@marymay1408]

Stepping was my favorite dance...MY man dance just like Victor smooth and show off and I could keep up with him...People would say we both dance just alike....I was born and raise in Chicago my favorite club was the ...President....on 75th St Jimmy Lee..known as Muscle was the D.J. now I moved to Louisiana.... Now I 2 step and dyzeco and am older now...everyone Victor keep stepping u very good brought back memories way back when....I use say I never goin home Muscles would say u be here by yourself...bye see u next week Friday

[@Nugget52849.]

Smooth... flawless love watching you guys dance.

[@Nugget52849.]

Kansas City, Missouri

[@VictorJamesSr]

To be encouraged and applauded for engaging in one's passion is a very beautiful thing...thanks to all of you for your encouragement and positive energy...YOU make this happen...thank you so very much! Enjoy! ~ Victor

[@MsDebbie53]

Victor James Sr y

[@MsDebbie53]

You Victor are the essence of male love, I have watched this video and have wonderful fantasies please do more !!!

[@juanitarenee4394]

Wow!! So elegant, classy and smooth!!!

[@annetterenaud5508]

The perfect expression of proud ADOS/FBA/B1 culture and love!❤️🖤💚

[@sullinsjoseph]

Best dancer in the world! Wish I was that smooth on the dance floor.

[@pandreaheade]

Smooth...Poetry in Dance Form

[@hazeleyees1]

Chemistry with these two is amazing!!! I will be using your videos for my wedding! Love it!

[@fredjefferson9521]

absolutely beautiful with grace and elegance!!!

[@muniqui19]

I Am In Love❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️At last Black class has returned!

[@marlonbarber9605]

It never left, Bro. People have been Steppin' like this in Chicago for decades. We are truly a unique city!!!

[@jesusisking7777]

Marlon Barber yes chicago have been stepping like this for years. my husband and I have been ballroom stepping for years.

[@muniqui19]

I know. What i mean is that is nice to see smoothness at this level.

[@deborahprice1452]

Muniqui Muhammad yes!

[@susanharris8626]

It never left. Class is just “quiet” and there’s a lot of noise now.

[@sherrywilder7404]

Omg I be lost 4 words sometimes I'm a stepper but its been so long I moved from Chicago to Wisconsin and what they call stepping u can't image I love they way y'all look 2gather I have watch u step with others but its like watching y'all 2gather bring tears 2 my eyes especially when y'all step off my love is true lord help the tears love it hope 2 see more victor......

[@VictorJamesSr]

Thank you so much Sherry. The video you mentioned, "My Love Is True" was all captured live in the moment. I doubt that it will ever be duplicated again. I'm just glad I have it on video as a testament to the love that two people had for the dance and was able to share it in such a powerful way. Thanks again for your encouraging words of appreciation. Take very good care!

[@shawncotton8125]

Beautiful Dancer's,Song Selection, Moves, Setting.....Elegant and Classy.

[@lashantanner692]

❤Smooth as silk!!!!🎉

[@maymeclayton1402]

Back in the day we use to call this the bop.

[@kingkid4071]

This is my favorite !! 🔥🔥🔥

[@stillstriving7]

I love this soo much 💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽🕺🏿🕺🏿🕺🏿🕺🏿🕺🏿🕺🏿

[@keithwilliams7726]

Get it y'all. Smoooooth!!

[@LatoyaStHill]

I must have smiled watching this entire video. Beautiful.

[@tammyallen7147]

You stand to be the coldest in my book.. Keep it steppin my brother

[@gene3636]

I love to dance and to discover this site was a breath of fresh air...thanks for sharing it....

[@sandythompson5096]

So Smooth, elegant and classy. You are a joy to watch.

[@lawrencelane6034]

From Cleveland............. NOW THATS STEPPIN!! I love the smooth steps and the formal look, that's why we step, no sweating. Just found out about you two keep steppin

[@LatoyaBrown]

So nice to see couples posting these videos. thx.

[@aureliapetty-owens6333]

Victor! It is always a pleasure seeing the video and I love the song! Keep Steppin my friend! ❤

[@geraldjohnson848]

Saturday, July 30, 2016: National Dance Day. Thanks for the upload, Victor James Sr. Beautiful. Blessings

[@tweber528]

Ms.Nicola And Mr.Victor you look so smooth together, great stepping. The art of dance is a beautiful sight when done so gracefully. Keep up the silky moves :)

[@traceymilli7285]

Oh my ... your moves are effortless, so inspiring ... thank you for sharing ... from an avid dancer in the UK!

[@scorpiolife359]

I must have needed to see this. I didn't look for this and don't know how it showed up but it's been on my mind.

[@Celeste1976100]

Yes! I love this! The couple look great - flawless, graceful, and elegant!

[@boldbabez3985]

its 2019 and I am watching on a mobile device......beautiful dance and couple✨✨👑👑✨✨

[@benjaminwheat9027]

Every couple very nicely done. every song and every scene. Very smooth.

[@jancheema6776]

Love it! THANKS Tree- nj-usa

[@asiame4389]

Y'all smooth like butter!

[@NetHetepTaNesert]

Smooth and beautiful. It kept me smiling the whole time. love it!

[@patriciakimbrough8497]

That's the way it's supposed to be between a woman and man I love this I love this

[@Carmelite60]

Wow,So Graceful and Smooth!

[@cupcakemom6306]

Beautiful😍! The two of you are a perfect pair. I smile all the way through the video😍

[@Lindah3159]

Such beautiful artistic expression!

[@fleurettaharris3762]

Fleuretta Harris of Detroit: I just loved watching the two of you dancing like that. The both of you was so smooothe and crisp, It was like watching Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, keep up the good dance routines, I loved watching this one. The both of you was greaaat.

[@Suitable1013]

Very Classy..... These are the dances I love to do.

[@BabyGirlTee407]

True steppin....love it!

[@peacock821]

OMG, so much class.

[@msbrown763]

SMOOTH!

[@jennygarcia1981]

luv it wow takes me back in time

[@TracyAllenVideos]

This video is so beautifully done! Love Love Love it!!! #Steppin #ClassyDancing

[@jeffreylewis5335]

Loved it.

[@martricemalveaux6923]

You guys 👍💜 has a great chemistry Great dancers 👏👏👏👏🎆🎆🎆

[@benniehicks5388]

I really like it. smooth as butter the both of you. Thanks, for sharing.

[@sharonfigures491]

Smooooooooth. Thanks for sharing.

[@gabrieladdison7405]

I agree, very smooth and elegant.

[@carolwilson8620]

Beautiful and classy.

[@jolynngreene3034]

Very Very Nice. The 2 of you look so good together.

[@juanitabrooks1811]

Beautifully done ✔️ ❤❤

[@TekBuf]

Great quality video, too!

[@streetdance168]

Beautiful