This Dominican Singer Landed His Viral Dance on Fortnite
Courtesy of Chimbala
Dominican urban sensation Leury José Tejeda Brito, better known as Chimbala, has just taken his high-energy dembow fandom to a new level. His viral dance “Che Che” is now an official emote in Fortnite.
A native of Santo Domingo, Chimbala has been hailed as one of Latin America’s key dembow performers. With breakout tracks like Maniquí (2018), Loco (2021), and WOW BB (2022), he amassed millions of views and collaborations with big names across the urban scene. His track “Che Che” has become a viral staple, dominating social media and dance floors alike, with over 50 million YouTube views and many more than a million Spotify streams to its name.
Now, Fortnite players everywhere can bust those same moves within the game. The “Che Che” emote, priced around 500 V‑bucks, was released in Chapter 6, Season 4: Shock ‘N Awesome, on September 1, 2025. As part of the Icon Series, it highlights the official inclusion of Chimbala’s signature groove on the virtual dance floor.
Adding authenticity to the emote, the motion-capture performance was delivered by the talented dancer featured on Instagram as @luis.manuel23_ (Luis Manuel). His real-world choreography brings the Che Che emote to life with precision, capturing every flick, twist, and bounce that made the dance a viral hit.
Chimbala’s victory isn’t just a musical milestone, it’s a cultural crossover. His dembow roots and Dominican flair now power digital stages worldwide, all through the rhythm of Che Che.
Whether you’re dropping into Tilted Towers, new areas like The Hive or cruising around the map, you can now bust a move that started in Santo Domingo—and is now conquering Fortnite.