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what is krump?
Krump means Kingdom Radically Uplifted Mighty Praise—pretty powerful, right?
It’s all about moving with spirit, or as Tighteyex likes to say, “dancing in the spirit.”
Some debate where it comes from, but one thing’s clear: its heart is rooted in God, and it’s been guiding us for over 20 years.
Born from the Streets
The Untold Story Behind Krump’s Rise
Back in the early 2000s, there were no stages or sponsors—just garage lights, driveways, and raw fire. Ceasare Laron Willis, better known as Tighteyex, grew up in South Central LA, surrounded by poverty, abuse, gang violence, and drugs. Dropping out of high school wasn’t a choice—it was survival.
He was shot twice, faced countless near-death moments, and often found his mother in drug houses—a story he was afraid to tell until recently. But nothing could stop the calling on his life.
At age 10, during a revival service, a prophet told Tighteyex he’d “dance on the kingdom of darkness.” A year later, he woke up at 3 a.m., driven by an unstoppable force—punching, stomping, battling in the spirit. That raw energy exploded into what we now call Krump—and that story is still being told.
from pain to power
Krump was born from pain and survival—kids from the hood turning battles into breakthroughs and finding a way to escape gang violence. They weren’t dancing to be seen; they were dancing to heal. And when healing happens, the world can’t look away.
From the streets to the spotlight.
From Chris Brown to Usher, Madonna, Beyoncé, and beyond—Krump reached the stars. What started with a few warriors ignited a global blaze. Movies, music videos, commercials, arenas, schools—the movement keeps growing. But every session still feels like Day One.
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FROM STREETS TO SPOTLIGHT: KRUMP GOES MAINSTREAM
KRUMP: Timeline of a Movement
1990s – The Prophetic Spark
- 1990 (Age 10): Ceasare “Tight Eyex” Willis receives a prophetic word about his destiny—he will dance and stomp on the kingdom of darkness.
- 1996: At 3:00 AM in New Jersey, Ceasare is awakened by an unstoppable force—punching, stomping, and battling in the spirit. A spiritual awakening begins.
Early 2000s – Birth of a Movement
- Early 2000s: Ceasare encounters clowning and meets Tommy the Clown. He begins to wonder: “Is this what the prophet saw?”
- Early 2000s: Meets Jo’Artist aka Mijo during a play rehearsal. They connect. Ceasare shares his raw, aggressive movement. Ceasare jokingly calls it “rugged ni**a dancing.”
- Early 2000s: Ceasare's mom nicknames him “Tighteyez” because of his small "tight“ eyes. People also call him “tight” because of his moves.
- Early 2000s: Tighteyez dances for Tommy. Dancers like Lil C, Miss Prissy, and Slayer recognize something new. Together, they shift from clowning and Krump gets its name.
- Early 2003: KRUMP DVDs begin circulating, spreading the fire of this new, raw style.
- 2005: RIZE Documentary
David LaChapelle’s Rize introduces Krump to the world. Tighteyez and Krump Pioneers become the face of a culture that’s bigger than dance—it’s a movement.
The Rise of KRUMP: 2006–2009
- Circa 2006: KRUMP enters the mainstream. Tighteyez, Lil C and Miss Prissy appear in major music videos, blasting Krump into pop culture.
- 2006–2009: Tighteyez receives a dream: KRUMP = Kingdom Radically Uplifted Mighty Praise.
- 2011: Tighteyez brings his crew Street Kingdom to America’s Best Dance Crew (ABDC). Krump hits primetime.
- 2011–2020: Krump goes global—seen in over 30 countries including Russia, France, Germany, Japan, Nigeria, and Brazil.
- Circa 2015: Tighteyez’s mother is hospitalized. In this deeply personal season, he drops the “z” and adds the “x,” transforming his name to Tighteyex—a prophetic shift that marks a new chapter in both his identity and divine calling.
Foundation of a Movement: 2023–2024
- Ceasare “Tighteyex” Willis and his wife Kendra Willis officially launch Krump Inc. to preserve the legacy, empower the culture, and establish infrastructure for the next generation of Kingdom-driven movement artists.
- Today: Legacy & Innovation
Tighteyex continues to evolve and lead the Krump movement—mentoring new generations, fueling global impact, and honoring the spiritual roots of this life-giving dance.
krump culture + Lingo
Krump Vs. K.R.U.M.P
Krump is a raw, powerful street dance born in South Central LA. K.R.U.M.P. (Kingdom Radically Uplifted Mighty Praise) represents the movement’s spiritual roots—Spirit, Kingdom, worship, and purpose. Krump is the dance and culture; K.R.U.M.P. highlights its deeper mission. Connected yet distinct facets of the same powerful force.
Buck Vs. BVCK
Buck is the vicious, lethal, hype energy of a Krumper—relentless and raw.
B.V.C.K. (Believers Victorious in Christ’s Kingdom) embodies humility, grace, and spiritual purpose.
Buck is the battle; Bvck is the faith. Two sides of the same unstoppable force.
Get-off
The perfect round. Pure flow. Fully in the zone and unstoppable.
Liveness | Getting Live
The ultimate rush—the adrenaline surge only Krump brings.
Kill-off
That knockout move—the epic battle closer that seals the win.