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Johnny Otis - Willie and The Hand Jive (1958) In the diverse musical landscape of the 1950s, Johnny Otis's "Willie and The Hand Jive" emerged as a standout track, captivating audiences with its infectious beat and engaging narrative. Drawing inspiration from hand games played in African-American neighborhoods, Otis crafted a song about Willie, a character known for his distinctive hand jive dance, a series of clapping and hand movements. Characterized by its Bo Diddley beat, the song merged rhyt