Steve Aoki links up with Sebastian Maniscalco for the release of their high-energy new single “Does Your Father Know You Dance Like That?”, out now via Casablanca Records and Wexler Records. The collaboration arrives fresh off Aoki’s explosive return to Ultra Music Festival, setting the tone for a track built to dominate both dancefloors and social feeds.
Blending festival-scale production with Maniscalco’s signature observational humor, the record delivers a playful, high-impact experience driven by an instantly addictive hook and call-and-response structure. Equal parts club anthem and comedic moment, the track captures the chaos and energy of a night out, designed to resonate across everything from packed venues to viral choreography clips.
The track’s origins trace back to a viral moment during Justin Bieber’s Halloween livestream, where Maniscalco first debuted the concept. Originally produced by PARISI and Freddy Wexler, the track quickly gained attention, with Bieber predicting it would “pop off in Ibiza.” From there, Wexler brought the record to Aoki, who infused it with his signature high-octane production, transforming it into a full-fledged dancefloor weapon.
Inspired by his teenage nights in Chicago club culture, Maniscalco brings a nostalgic yet comedic lens to the track. “You started getting ready for Friday on Monday,” he recalls, painting a vivid picture of pre-night rituals and over-the-top nightlife moments—sparklers, oversized groups, and one lingering question: what’s actually going on here?
Accompanying the release, the official music video amplifies the track’s larger-than-life personality. Set in Las Vegas, the visual follows Aoki and Maniscalco from separate hotel rooms into a chaotic night out, complete with spontaneous dance-offs and a live onstage moment that blurs the lines between stand-up comedy and full-scale electronic performance.
“Sebastian is one of the funniest people I’ve ever met and this collab was all about bringing that into the club,” says Steve Aoki. “I knew I wanted to do it in an authentic way though, so it only made sense to work with Parisi on the track, who I’m also a huge fan of. It’s fun, unexpected, and perfect for the dancefloor.”
“I’ve been dancing to other people’s music for years. Now I finally have a song of my own to move to,” adds Sebastian Maniscalco. “Collaborating with Steve Aoki made it even more special. He brought so much energy and creativity to the song—and apparently to my social calendar too.”
The release lands amid a wave of momentum for both artists. Steve Aoki, with nearly 3 billion streams to his name, continues to expand his influence across music and culture while celebrating 30 years of Dim Mak. Meanwhile, Sebastian Maniscalco remains one of the biggest forces in comedy, coming off one of the highest-grossing tours in history and the success of his latest special “It Ain’t Right” on Hulu.
Previewed during Aoki’s set at Ultra Music Festival, complete with a surprise visual cameo from Maniscalco, the track has already proven its ability to connect with live audiences. With its infectious hook, comedic edge, and undeniable energy, “Does Your Father Know You Dance Like That?” stands as a bold crossover moment—bridging music, comedy, and nightlife culture in a way that feels both unexpected and instantly memorable.
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