Erika White on Soul Train's Top Fashion Trends, Dance Moves & Memories | I Was a Soul Train Dancer

Erika White spent more than a decade lighting up the Soul Train dance floor, becoming one of the show's most recognizable dancers from 1989 to 2000. Born and raised in South Central Los Angeles, Erika shares how watching Soul Train as a young girl inspired her love of dance and fueled her dream of one day joining the iconic show herself. In this conversation, Erika reflects on the dancers who inspired her, her early days choreographing in junior high school, and the life-changing moment a friend introduced her to the Soul Train set. Before long, she was dancing on one of television's most influential stages. She takes us inside some of her most unforgettable memories, including witnessing legendary performances from artists like Chaka Khan, meeting Don Cornelius for the first time, and experiencing firsthand the evolution of music, fashion, hairstyles, and dance culture from the late '80s into the 2000s. Known for her standout style, Erika also reveals who helped put together her iconic looks and explains how she intentionally incorporated elements of her Ethiopian heritage into her wardrobe, helping her create a unique identity on the dance floor. From unforgettable performances to behind-the-scenes stories, Erika reflects on the moments that made her Soul Train journey one for the history books. SUBSCRIBE to #BET! ►► http://bit.ly/1U0v9xG Stream Black Culture with BET+. Kick back and enjoy movies, TV series, exclusive originals and the best of Tyler Perry. Sign up for BET+ ►► https://www.bet.plus/?xrs=BET_organic... Connect with BET Web: http://www.BET.com TikTok:   / bet   Instagram:   / bet   Facebook:   / bet   Twitter:   / bet   Snapchat:   / 5rt6vrzw   BET+: https://www.bet.plus   / betplus     / betplus     / yourbetplus     / officialbetplus   Google+: http://www.bet.us/gplusBET