Ayo & Teo

Ayo & Teo are an American duo of dancers and musicians, consisting of brothers Ayleo and Mateo Bowles. Born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Ayleo (October 30, 1996) and Mateo (August 29, 1999) grew up influenced by artists like Michael Jackson, Usher, and Chris Brown. They taught themselves to dance and gained significant attention by posting their energetic dance videos and creating viral challenges on social media platforms like YouTube. Their unique style often includes wearing signature face masks, a trend that started after they received comments about their facial expressions while dancing.

Rise to Fame

The duo rose to prominence after performing at the 2016 BET Awards and appearing in music videos for Usher's "No Limit" and Chris Brown's "Party". Their breakthrough came in 2017 with the release of their viral single "Rolex". The song, produced by BLSD and Backpack, became a massive commercial success, peaking at number 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100. The success of "Rolex" led to a record deal with Columbia Records and a move to Atlanta to further pursue their music career. The song's popularity was amplified by the #RolexChallenge, a viral dance challenge that swept social media.

Musical Style and Discography

Ayo & Teo are known for their hip-hop and trap-influenced sound. Following their debut single "In Reverse" (2016), they released "Rolex" in 2017. The official music video for "Rolex" has amassed over a billion views on YouTube. Their discography also includes other singles such as "Lit Right Now", "Hold My Sauce", and collaborations like "Ay3" featuring Lil Yachty. They released the EP "Bring a Friend" in 2020, followed by the studio album "Power" in 2021.

Influence on Dance and Fashion

Ayo & Teo's primary influence lies in their fusion of music and dance. They are credited with popularizing the "reverse" dance move and have significantly impacted youth dance culture, inspiring many to create and share their own dance content online. Their style is a blend of hip-hop, popping, and animation. Their fashion sense is also a key part of their identity, characterized by their trademark masks, streetwear, and eccentric accessories. Their influence extends to video games, with their signature dance moves being featured as an emote in the popular game Fortnite.