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Michael Jackson's Greatest Dance Moves
Remember when MTV and the world cared so much about music videos that they would have World Premieres, those pre-scheduled and mega-hyped events when friends would gather to see their favorite song on TV for the very first time? Well, Michael Jackson wasn't just the King of Pop, he was also the King of MTV and the greatest video star of all time. It wasn't because of his amazing special effects and wardrobe choices; he was king because of his insanely innovative dance numbers. Jackson has influenced a generation of performers, including Justin Timberlake, Usher, and Britney Spears, who'd probably just be standing behind a mike belting out a tune were it not for the Gloved One. On Friday, director Martin Scorsese explained the magic of seeing Jackson perform his moves on the set of the video for "Bad." "I was in awe of his absolute mastery of movement on the one hand, and of the music on the other," Scorsese said. "Every step he took was absolutely precise and fluid at the same time. It was like watching quicksilver in motion." We bring you Michael's signature moves, starting with his early days with the Jackson 5 to the moment he unleashed the Moonwalk and beyond.
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Adelove
June 30, 2009 - 01:53 AM GMT
My sympathy goes to his Family and fans all over the world, may his soul rest in perfect peace. One way or the other we all make mistakes that can affect us in future but we just beg for forgiveness of sins. Greatest star of all time. We love you all and will miss you.
myg2000
June 30, 2009 - 01:19 AM GMT
My sympathy goes out to the Jackson family. Even though he was not family to me,I would like to tell you that his passing is heart felt.I've been watching him and his brothers since they started their careers.From the cartoon to the variety special or just about anytime he was on TV.And no matter how many concerts I went to,it was like seeing him for the first time.He never seized to amaze me. If you haven't seen a concert until you seen MICHAEL.You will never know how much JOY listening to him brought me because in my mind I was watching him dance.I know the Jackson Family must be very PROUD. And I hope the PRESS will finally LEAVE HIM ALONE !
RIP LOVE DEBBIE
Farhan Khan
June 29, 2009 - 11:57 PM GMT
We Always Remeber You....You Will Forever Live In Our Heart...............................Allah Bless You May You Rest In Peace
sheila lindsey
June 29, 2009 - 11:36 PM GMT
yes its very sad that mj has passed, id never met the man but i cried..i cried because his soul was gone....people are really gonna have to get a grip omg people he was not GOD!!
Sherry
June 29, 2009 - 10:32 PM GMT
Micheal you left this world with being the greatest legacy ever. You touched so many lives with your music and your dancing. you were the best and always will be. THERE IS ONLY ONE MICHEAL JACKSON ! I am so sorry that you had to deal with such ignorant people trying to tear you down, but you stood tall. you will always be loved and truly missed by all of us that loved you. My sympathy goes out to the Jackson family. May god bless ya'll and help you thru this trying time. Rest in peace Micheal and may happiness always be yours.You will never be forgotten. All of those who have critize him not knowing what the facts were, just remember god does not like ugly.
marlyn
June 29, 2009 - 08:40 PM GMT
..!!mis yuh MJ..u r gone but u olwz remain in our hearts!!..your music,love and moves will never fade it is our inspiration in life..may u rest in eternal peace of glory,.. i offer my parayers to u and your family..may GODBLESS U!! THE WHOLE WORLD will be missing u!!!
with love & prayers,
marlyn (1521)
bori2163
June 29, 2009 - 06:32 PM GMT
RAY
michael jackson i grew up with you and your music you are the king of the kings my prayers go to your family god bless all
and god bless your soul michael jackson .
Janeyatuatasilang_06
June 29, 2009 - 06:24 PM GMT
WE MISS YOU MJ!!!
Micheal Jackson has been an inspiration to all the hearts of the people in American Samoa!! We have enjoyed all you inspiring music you have performed for us!! You'll always be the "KING OF HIP-HOP" M
May you Rest in Love!!
Janey
carl777
June 29, 2009 - 05:31 AM GMT
Well be missing you so much..the greatest pop KING....you bring much joy,peace,love,and happines to all!Making one's heart completely satisfied.All your songs will be remembered...nor forgotten.We love you so much,may you rest 'n peace...GOD BLESS YOU!!! Cyril & Arlene
xtn_iceman
June 28, 2009 - 09:04 PM GMT
Michael, your legacy, your songs, your moves will never fade...i'm just so fortunate to have lived and witnessed you, a once in a lifetime spectacle...i will always cherish december 8, 1996 when i saw and heard you performed live here in the Philippines...the Filipino people loves you and will always be grateful to having experienced your musical genius and love...you have set the standard in the music industry in which everything else should be measured, along with other geniuses: Elvis, John Lennon (the rest of the Beatles)...you're God's gift to the music industry and you will live forever in everyone's hearts...the best there is...the best there was...and THE BEST THERE EVER WILL BE...God bless you, King of Pop.--an MJ fan since the Thriller album, Christian Gramatica, Pasig City, Philippines