Native American - Traditional War Dance

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  • čas přidán 19. 12. 2009
  • The Traditional War Dance is performed by Gary Wis-Ki-Ge-Amatyuk Jr. and his family comes from the Prairie Band Indian reservation in Kansas. The singer is Scott With Horn who is a Lakota Sioux and his family comes from the Crow Creek Reservation in Fort Thompson, South Dakota.
    Gary's website:
    www.wiskigeamatyuk.com
    Gary's CZcams channel:
    / wiskigeamatyuk

Komentáře • 512

  • @kdmil2002
    @kdmil2002 Před 6 lety +455

    I see some of the comments about Native Americans dancing for the white man...I can only speak from the perspective of one of those white people. I remember my parents took me to see Native American dancing when I was a child and I was fascinated by the beautiful costumes and the grace and beauty of the dancers. Even as a child, I knew I was witnessing something special...a true artistic expression of a great people. Never did I feel that they were dancing "for me". Only that I was allowed to witness part of a rare and beautiful culture. I hope Native Americans never stop sharing this...that would be a great loss.

    • @stalhelm8575
      @stalhelm8575 Před 6 lety +19

      Same feelings here, only chance to watch it, greetings from Poland

    • @mariaseidi1226
      @mariaseidi1226 Před 5 lety +15

      Ewelina Anielska Same Feeling Here only watching from Germany

    • @shiningeagleel8599
      @shiningeagleel8599 Před 5 lety +1

      Dark lo rapper

    • @ms.eddiespottedfeather5789
      @ms.eddiespottedfeather5789 Před 5 lety +39

      For your information, these are NOT costumes! These are our REGALIA, there are specific spiritual meaning behind every bead and feather behind this it is our traditional way of celebration of creation

    • @fearlessbetz
      @fearlessbetz Před 4 lety +10

      From what I understand, the clothing worn is referred to as regalia, not costumes. I only learned that recently as a sign of respect.

  • @doncook9816
    @doncook9816 Před 10 lety +54

    I understand the dance: while keeping an eye on the things of his life, he periodically has to look around for external threats. Weakness within is the primary focus; vigilance against the external, while needed, is secondary.

  • @PassionateStoner
    @PassionateStoner Před 11 lety +22

    I love listening to my grandmother's stories about her dad he was a full blooded Navajo Indian and he was a drunk he use to war dance on the front lawn in front of all the neighbors.

  • @Wulfseal
    @Wulfseal Před 8 lety +55

    Nice to see people keep the ancestors ways in their minds :)

  • @bazma6742
    @bazma6742 Před 6 lety +52

    Beautiful
    I like Americans native culture and music
    From Kuwait

  • @vaper1986
    @vaper1986 Před 8 lety +170

    Some of the bravest warriors in my opinion.

    • @brycepardoe658
      @brycepardoe658 Před 4 lety +5

      And smartest too

    • @arodbkny
      @arodbkny Před 4 lety +4

      And Spiritual‼️

    • @randbarrett8706
      @randbarrett8706 Před 4 lety +2

      Natives know just what herbs to smoke to get the right kind of high for vanquishing one’s foes on the field of battle

    • @TTVI-JaxiChan
      @TTVI-JaxiChan Před 3 lety +7

      I also agree that we are some of the bravest then and now my family are Native American from a small Pueblo but proudly served the Us for many generations

    • @sylviamedina833
      @sylviamedina833 Před 3 lety +1

      The BRAVEST!!!!!!!!💚

  • @SamuelePessotto
    @SamuelePessotto Před 6 lety +46

    I think he is simulating the search of the enemy in the battlefield, i read about mexica/aztecs and they used to do a ritual where the dancers advanced "snaking low, leaping up, gazing about in what it seems a stylization of the battlefield searching and attacking"

    • @Mr.G_Rattlesnake
      @Mr.G_Rattlesnake Před 4 lety +7

      Yes you are correct. I'm from treaty 6 maskwacis. He tracks and finds his enemy, he sneaks up and kills his enemy. Proudly dances and gives thanks to the creator for kill by raising his weapon to the sun. This is a very traditional dance and would be performed before the actual killing to show the creator your intent. This would be alone warrior dance. Great observation btw. Thanks

    • @Mr.G_Rattlesnake
      @Mr.G_Rattlesnake Před 4 lety +4

      @A. Meowzki Yes. Everything above and below the Creator. Our blood is our currency to the spirit world and with pure intent unimaginable things can be done.

    • @LofiCambridgeUK
      @LofiCambridgeUK Před 3 lety +1

      it's just a bayle, everything is history. We are all human and we are all called to evolution in the good sense, but always to maintain high self-esteem for being very proud of who you are, you must have full confidence and security and high self-esteem, that leads you to be successful, no one should break or feel less we are all human beings and we are all children of God, here in England the success is not in the color of skin but in the security and confidence that you have in yourself that force that comes from the inside out and drives you to speak confident confident and do a good job

  • @MistressMari2
    @MistressMari2 Před 7 lety +53

    My mom was half Cherokee and my grandma was full blooded Cherokee, may they and others rest in peace!!! 💓💕💜💚💝🌟✨

    • @bobbyserrato1949
      @bobbyserrato1949 Před 2 lety +1

      My great grandmother Emma lumina drew Godfrey was a full blood...due the hardships natives faces n the early half if the 20th century

    • @bobbyserrato1949
      @bobbyserrato1949 Před 2 lety +1

      She died in mere poverty and at an extremely young age...she was lovely

  • @theone-rp2gq
    @theone-rp2gq Před rokem +3

    The native American people are a gift to the world and they are to be cherished

  • @cronus6282
    @cronus6282 Před 11 lety +5

    when i was a kid i want to be a native american indian. the funny thing is even now i still want too :) greetings from the philippines

  • @Ed-we6bs
    @Ed-we6bs Před 7 lety +6

    Thanks Knox Berry Farm for continuing to have a cultural event in their facility. I enjoyed taking my children and they enjoyed the rides....

  • @ralfrodriguez8885
    @ralfrodriguez8885 Před 5 lety +13

    This is amazing performance. I was thinking how enchanting it is yet terrifying. Back in those times if you where taken to a camp as a prisoner and as you get closer you hear the chants and the beating drum.

  • @missscreamwhore
    @missscreamwhore Před 6 lety +9

    Hey I recognize that place! That’s Knotts Berry Farm. Reminds me of my childhood. Remember as a kid always being so in awe watching the Native American dances. It was always so mysterious. I still love it to this day and wish everyone had the same appreciation. It’s like going back in time. I love their culture/spirituality is so nature centered. Deep connection to Mother Earth. I love it. I wish I had native blood but sadly I don’t. I’m just a mutt from Europe, Spain, Scandinavia, Scotland, and a couple of drops of Pacific Islander and North Africa

  • @arodbkny
    @arodbkny Před 4 lety +3

    *LOVE to all INCA ANCESTORS from ECUADOR, PERU, & COLOMBIA....* 💜

  • @indiosamericanos2561
    @indiosamericanos2561 Před 7 lety +7

    I am an Indian from Argentina, beautiful dance of greetings hnos americans

  • @m1sterjp657
    @m1sterjp657 Před 9 lety +267

    The Real Americans.

    • @jcarra8963
      @jcarra8963 Před 8 lety +4

      +M1ster JP actually the real Siberians.....but they were the first American settlers

    • @giacosarojo
      @giacosarojo Před 8 lety +21

      +John Carrasco If you put it like that...Humans originated in Africa, so everybody are Africans and no Europeans, Americans or whatever?

    • @radicalrabbit7015
      @radicalrabbit7015 Před 8 lety +11

      +soydelRojo false, we did not come all from Africa that is a myth

    • @giacosarojo
      @giacosarojo Před 8 lety +24

      Radical Rabbit A "myth" with much evidence and many years of studies of a lot of scientists.
      Yes, a myth, sure.

    • @2sickvobcruoc579
      @2sickvobcruoc579 Před 7 lety +6

      sorry but ur bering straight theory has been disproved..read about the anzick child...whose remains outdate the so called land bridge

  • @freedomguard7822
    @freedomguard7822 Před 7 lety +15

    STRENGTH & HONOR !!

  • @thatcomancheboy3050
    @thatcomancheboy3050 Před 7 lety +9

    Best War Dancing I ever seen 👏👏👏

  • @MarvelDcImage
    @MarvelDcImage Před 8 lety +49

    The original G walk.

  • @fartzinwind
    @fartzinwind Před 2 měsíci

    Tradition is just a word for a snapshot in time you may cherish.Culture is a living fluid thing that changes and grows with the passing of time. Having fun with a traditional dance set to a modern song is as cultural as it gets, and that's pretty beautiful.

  • @IMPALERonYT
    @IMPALERonYT Před 5 lety +6

    I would love to witness something like this.

  • @atreyuscholz5390
    @atreyuscholz5390 Před 5 lety +4

    The Power, the Energie it's Spirit!100%!!!! ❤️
    Beautiful Kulture and beautiful people!!! ❤️🦋✨

  • @coltonshaw751
    @coltonshaw751 Před 5 lety +15

    I seriously got emotional I didn't realize I was so connected to this stuff I knew it's in my family's blood but wow it hit me hard.

  • @laisayanesusu7287
    @laisayanesusu7287 Před 4 lety +1

    I'm from the Pacific and witnessing a Native American dance really amaze me.

  • @jenniferseerattan205
    @jenniferseerattan205 Před 3 lety +1

    I miss dancing in the powows, was with North Alabama Cherokee tribe through running buffalo in inverness Alabama through the 90's. My Mom is Sharon White.

  • @bobbyserrato1949
    @bobbyserrato1949 Před 2 lety +1

    Being one fourth Cherokee Indian I take great pride in all native music..and the lost civilization of 4 centuries ago

  • @Thecircustapes
    @Thecircustapes Před 2 lety +2

    This is beautiful, like poetry written with a drum and the dancer's feet.

  • @frlouiegoad4087
    @frlouiegoad4087 Před 6 lety +11

    We forced them to give up guns, Then the land. Trail of tears. A lesson for 2018! Give up your guns is only the start.

    • @doclager420
      @doclager420 Před 5 lety +7

      Don't use what the white people did to my people as propaganda for the continued massacre of children and Innocents. It's insulting to our nation, as in Cherokee nation.

    • @LofiCambridgeUK
      @LofiCambridgeUK Před 3 lety +2

      it's just a dance, everything is history. We are all human and we are all called to evolution in the good sense, but always to maintain high self-esteem for being very proud of who you are, you must have full confidence and security and high self-esteem, that leads you to be successful, no one should break or feel less we are all human beings and we are all children of God, here in England the success is not in the color of skin but in the security and confidence that you have in yourself that force that comes from the inside out and drives you to speak confident confident and do a good job

  • @justinratcliff7766
    @justinratcliff7766 Před 9 lety +33

    I will show this to my Aboriginal Australian kids. I am curious about their reactions to the cultural flourishes of other First Nations people. What a wonderful display this is, and thank you for sharing.

    • @ravensrevenge86
      @ravensrevenge86 Před 8 lety +1

      And here is his website:
      www.wiskigeamatyuk.com/Gary_Wis-Ki-Ge-Amatyuk_Burnett_Jr..htm

    • @BonnieMagpie
      @BonnieMagpie Před 7 lety

      Justin Ratcliff ; One difference is Aborigines engaged in cannibalism, The Native Indian didn't.

    • @BlueBlue-pp8fq
      @BlueBlue-pp8fq Před 5 lety +2

      @@BonnieMagpie there's a tribe that did actually

    • @rosesarebeautiful9777
      @rosesarebeautiful9777 Před 5 lety +2

      Bonnie that was in PNG hundreds of year's ago. Aboriginal people from Australia were not cannibals. You're getting your history confused.

    • @marshamoore8385
      @marshamoore8385 Před 4 lety +1

      @@BonnieMagpie Sorry to correct you. In some tribes the best of the warrior's did eat the one's they killed in battle. It was to make them strong in the next one.

  • @ogoshikoshi1527
    @ogoshikoshi1527 Před rokem

    I don’t know much about my parents and they don’t know much about themselves but now that I’ve grown I can see my features, and my build, the way I carry myself is Native American above all else.

  • @elcormoran1
    @elcormoran1 Před 4 lety +3

    No warrior could fight Hand to hand combat better than an native of american warrior, their skill were supreme

  • @briza2022
    @briza2022 Před 5 lety +4

    So beautiful, regards from Peru.

  • @redhawk9269
    @redhawk9269 Před 6 lety +2

    Thanks Wakan Tanka.... A'ho

  • @fiyah987
    @fiyah987 Před 10 lety +7

    GIVE THANKS !!!

  • @sammyafe4197
    @sammyafe4197 Před 11 lety +1

    I celebrated Easter by attending a Native American ceremony.
    Most valued day of my life.

  • @erinjohns1013
    @erinjohns1013 Před 8 lety +6

    Traditional dancers 🔥🔥🔥 Hoka!!!!

  • @AmerIndianWarrior
    @AmerIndianWarrior Před 9 lety +18

    Native American traditional War Dance

  • @marcusnunez8763
    @marcusnunez8763 Před 6 lety +1

    Paying respects to the ancestors

  • @sylviamedina833
    @sylviamedina833 Před 3 lety

    Beautiful and Gracefully preparing their mind, body and soul before battle! What has been lost through generations........a dance with no words and at the same time understanding what they were saying!💚

  • @sairshaqat2092
    @sairshaqat2092 Před 7 lety +7

    proud to be paiute

  • @my_kister_west100
    @my_kister_west100 Před 3 lety +1

    As I walk on the streets get ask what part of Mexico I am or my country, I proudly tell them I am Navajo blood, my people lived here before the time of times.

  • @brunningwolf
    @brunningwolf Před 3 lety +1

    Nothing like a war dance to calm you down.

  • @maryquirke7876
    @maryquirke7876 Před 2 lety +1

    Speaking as an Irish person we our nation has so much in common with the native Americans true Americans so much of our wars ,suffering ,oppression from a foreign people and our victories but ,also our joys are expressed through our dance ance music we are truly kindred with all the native nations I admire your people and I respect you all we are all warriors and to the chochta people who in their own time of trial helped my people during the famine here in Ireland which will never be forgotten god bless you all

  • @seiko9361
    @seiko9361 Před 3 lety +2

    Native american warriors were brave, spiritual, religious and patriot. Their history is also amazing.

  • @felipeperolin3177
    @felipeperolin3177 Před 3 lety +4

    Que bello nunca se perderá su traducción nativas desde Chile admiración Dios me los bendiga siempre saludos cordiales 🤗🤗✋😊

  • @jonathanrebollido8835
    @jonathanrebollido8835 Před 8 lety +5

    that's at Knott's Berry farm I was there today I seen the hoop dance at that same area of this video

  • @jeanettekeen2005
    @jeanettekeen2005 Před 2 lety +1

    Very happy to see this, thankyou, South Somerset . UK

  • @roxyhughes4160
    @roxyhughes4160 Před rokem

    Such beautiful people and culture, I hope it's never lost 💜

  • @MistressMari2
    @MistressMari2 Před 7 lety +2

    Humanity is in a Spiritual War...may we unite and be there for each other!!! Love, Peace, and Blessings to humanity! 😘😘💗💝💚💟💜💓💕🌠🌠

  • @noonoobaggins
    @noonoobaggins Před 13 lety

    Thanks for helping to keep history alive. Great bit of dancing and wow, what a beat, superb!!!

  • @franklumanog3043
    @franklumanog3043 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful

  • @melaniecravens7240
    @melaniecravens7240 Před 4 lety +1

    This man did a fabulous job

  • @honawikeepa5813
    @honawikeepa5813 Před 4 lety +1

    This is awesome. Wow! Respect from Aotearoa NZ.

  • @robertstone9150
    @robertstone9150 Před rokem

    I remember seeing a war dance a long time ago and it was a beautiful spectacle.

  • @ANuStart8
    @ANuStart8 Před 10 měsíci

    I remember him. I went and saw him dance at knotts when I was a kid. Someone asked if he felt weird showing everyone sacred dances and he said no, he was proud to share them with everyone so that more people would understand. He was very aware (obviously) of the history so when he spoke to us kids it was really like opening up a new world we hadn't seen even if california history (establishment of the CA missions, of which our teachers thankfully did not hide how horrible it was for the tribes) was a large part of our education.

  • @elenacaddell3639
    @elenacaddell3639 Před 2 lety

    Absolutely Beautiful.

  • @pdmm99
    @pdmm99 Před 14 lety +1

    This looks like it was filmed at Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park. I recognize the old Bottle House in the background.

  • @sal9523
    @sal9523 Před 5 lety +1

    Amazing!! Greetings from the zacateco people

  • @goozy6790
    @goozy6790 Před 2 měsíci

    once i saw a indian warrior dance that really perfect...the way the dancer dance is really flawless..the body movements, the legs and head shacking is really go with the drum...but i cant find that video

  • @amjkgvg7866
    @amjkgvg7866 Před 6 lety

    Magistically Performed Wonderfully with Passion for his Ability Artistically.

  • @ELJoseNova
    @ELJoseNova Před 11 lety

    Amazing how many cultures filled up the world at one time

  • @beebeeclayson7234
    @beebeeclayson7234 Před 6 lety +11

    I think he's dancing and being proud of his race

  • @kksejokes3437
    @kksejokes3437 Před 11 lety +2

    this is awesome i love this music and mdance being native my self

  • @antonywilliams6023
    @antonywilliams6023 Před 2 lety +2

    This is the first time I've seen this dance

  • @towdjumper5
    @towdjumper5 Před 6 měsíci

    Beautiful.

  • @mariatherezateixeira2986
    @mariatherezateixeira2986 Před 6 lety +4

    Maravilhoso! !! Meu respeito e admiração! ! ❤

  • @nadanalia3000
    @nadanalia3000 Před 4 lety

    Really beautiful, thank you

  • @TheMexican1821
    @TheMexican1821 Před 11 lety +1

    I been there a hundred times, I live thirty minutes away. I love living in California, my home province.

  • @paquitanavarroesteve6503
    @paquitanavarroesteve6503 Před 7 lety +3

    que razon tienes estos son los verdaderos americanos.
    fantastica la danza y la vestimenta.

  • @saraicamacho9354
    @saraicamacho9354 Před 6 lety +1

    Omg this is at Knotts Berry Farm! Great show!

  • @brianzuniga7159
    @brianzuniga7159 Před 4 lety +1

    The culture will never die nor its traditions ✊

  • @kateogadako2069
    @kateogadako2069 Před 6 lety

    Beautiful!

  • @danielmcaloon4691
    @danielmcaloon4691 Před 3 lety

    Thank you very much

  • @SandyRiverBlue
    @SandyRiverBlue Před 11 měsíci

    Terrifying amounts of stamina and prowess. He's not even winded. Kudos.

  • @Gorrano985
    @Gorrano985 Před 9 lety +20

    Dunno was crying to this.

    • @arthurgonyea553
      @arthurgonyea553 Před 4 lety

      I know where you are coming from. This song packs a real punch to the heart. They suffered much and fought hard to preserve their culture and their identity. In a way, this coukd be seen as a victory dance. Despite it all, they are still strong and proud, and passing along their ways to future generations. Their land was stolen - but never their souls!

  • @ristorinne5817
    @ristorinne5817 Před 9 lety +11

    I love Native Americans. What do you think about Hopi tribe? Are they good?

  • @emeraldbraveheart
    @emeraldbraveheart Před rokem

    And I like the way they sing, it is as coming home, this songs and the language are both important, without it become a dead language so keep both intact and pur sang.

  • @madfran6
    @madfran6 Před 10 lety +7

    Mohawk!

  • @richardkiederle2213
    @richardkiederle2213 Před rokem +2

    Honestly, this clip is perhaps my favourite of all youtube. I have been using it for years to show a certain attitude to guys who keep an eye on my whife. And it EVER worked out 100%. Even my daughter could not stop laughing recently when she asked me what I would do if her boyfriend behaved badly. I sent her this clip via WhatsApp and the discussion was history forever. THX Brothers.

  • @slapsaroth
    @slapsaroth Před 11 lety +1

    Just imagine a gathering from all Natives from many countries! native americans, aboriginals, maoris... itd be a beautiful day to remember that we all keep our traditions alive and never forget where we all came from

  • @francisfreyre
    @francisfreyre Před rokem

    Very beautiful! Also very inspirative, maybe if you want to get forces and willing to do something just watch this dance and get inspired with it. Greetings from Peru South America.

  • @josedelgado1138
    @josedelgado1138 Před 4 lety

    Love this!!

  • @TrigrTym
    @TrigrTym Před 12 lety

    Im always intrigued by the indian culture and history, very brave and honorable people

  • @MsKittyGirl2010
    @MsKittyGirl2010 Před 5 lety +2

    They are the true Americans. We should all learn from them.

  • @PerthBatman
    @PerthBatman Před 9 lety +1

    I am happy they are my ancestor's

  • @LuchiaTheGypsyFox
    @LuchiaTheGypsyFox Před 9 lety +1

    Divine. I wish I knew more about this part of my family heritage. We were told mostly about the Celt side. Sadly the rest is more of a mystery. I do not know what part or how much but that it is in our family somehow. Sad that this knowledge is lost. But hearing and seeing this gives a comforted and yet exciting too the connection even if some distant inherited past memory.

  • @mikesantangelomedia
    @mikesantangelomedia Před 9 lety +1

    You can see the heightened senses that would be a result of battle. Almost looks like he is tracking and keeping an eye out around him.

  • @marygueguen2602
    @marygueguen2602 Před 5 lety +1

    C'est magnifique !

  • @Jenjen-qc5eq
    @Jenjen-qc5eq Před 5 lety +1

    I here because I was watching the traditional African war dances, this amazing I wished I knew what they were chanting,

  • @doraliz3956
    @doraliz3956 Před 4 lety

    Maravilloso!! Qué cultura más hermosa!!

  • @jordanraati9760
    @jordanraati9760 Před 10 lety +1

    Coming from a finin(finlander and Native American background. My family mostly practiced Native American religion. I am proud be a FinIn.

  • @leckyman2010
    @leckyman2010 Před 10 lety

    enchanting.

  • @shango1963
    @shango1963 Před 14 lety +2

    I am African-"American," but this is very beautiful.

  • @cosmopawss
    @cosmopawss Před 3 lety

    I am watching this for my class and a very beautiful culture is what I say.

  • @hordeforlife827
    @hordeforlife827 Před 3 lety

    WONDERFUL!

  • @realityisawasteland
    @realityisawasteland Před 5 měsíci

    Bless the Spirits of America!

  • @Insert.anger50
    @Insert.anger50 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful power

  • @Ammitt
    @Ammitt Před 13 lety

    magnificent....

  • @szade5240
    @szade5240 Před 4 lety +2

    Yall be tiktok dancing my mans on a different level

  • @TheMashking
    @TheMashking Před 13 lety +3

    just imagine a few hundred men doing this war dance, that would have been terrifying