George W Bush is facing criticism for during a hymn at a memorial for five murdered police officers in Dallas.
The former president held hands with wife Laura and Michelle Obama as he swayed from side to side and swung his arms as a choir sang "Battle Hymn of the Republic".
Bush attended the memorial along with his successor Barack Obama after five police officers were shot dead during a civil rights protest in the Texan city.
His actions were criticised online by people who questioned whether his “embarrassing” behaviour was fitting for such an occasion.
One man posted: “George Bush smiling and dancing during the singing at the #DallasMemorial? I wonder how hard Laura was squeezing his hand to stop.
A woman wrote: “Regardless of what people think of the George Bush, this is the weirdest thing ever! Very odd and embarrassing!”
Another man posted: "Remind me never to sit by George Bush at a funeral, how awkward."
However, some users said they found the moves “hilarious” as well as the reaction from Michelle Obama.
Brooke Erdmann said: "George Bush just made my day: dancing (bopping?) along to "Glory Glory Hallelujah" while holding Michelle Obama's hand."
Christina Allen wrote: "President George Bush dancing is hilarious. It's a somber occasion and he's dancing and making people laugh. It's funny but he's an idiot."
The ex-president previously showcased his moves in 2007 when he joined Senegalese performers at the White House during an event to mark Malaria awareness day.