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Michael Jackson, 1983
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Michael Jackson, 1983
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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brigette rainey
June 28, 2009 - 02:46 PM GMT
michael jackson was the best pop star in the world,god bless you may you rest in peace
fimbres.j
June 28, 2009 - 02:01 PM GMT
michael your moon walk, pop lock ect.ect. we all grew up together in your generation. you will never be forgotten. you never put anyone down.or be little them. you were a giving person with a big heart! me and my family will miss you dearly. you took care of the needed ones here on earth. and now god will take care of you. so do a heaven walk.
pem5922
June 28, 2009 - 11:08 AM GMT
I want to say I grew up with Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, he is the greatest entertainer in the world today. He will be missed, but never forgotten!!!! Michael you got your wish; your body is gone and you have left us, but your music, your legacy will live forever as you said in your last interview with Ebony Magazine, you are now an immortal!!!! We love you and will always remember you for all your hard work and humanitarian contribution to the world.
LONG LIVE THE KING OF POP MICHAEL JACKSON!!!!!!!
Elsiepraxedis
June 28, 2009 - 10:40 AM GMT
Michel always going to be thes and best fill sorry for his family and keeping in my prayer
mayjosh55
June 28, 2009 - 10:32 AM GMT
Michael i have to say that you were the greatest, whenever i see you on stage doing those dance, you send chills through my body. My prayers and my sympathy goes to you and your family, and may your soul rest in peace. Although you are gone but you will never, never be forgotten!!!
wonderaerdna
June 28, 2009 - 09:28 AM GMT
TO THE JACKSON FAMILY MICHAEL IS A REST AND AT PEACE. HIS LOVE FOR MUSIC/DANCE IS HIS GIFT TO THE WHOLE WORLD. MICHEAL HAD GREAT LOVE FOR EVERYONE AND HE RECEIVED IT WHENEVER HE PERFORMED LIVE FOR HIS AUDIENCE.WE THE FANS ARE NOT EVER GOING TO SEE THE LIKES OF MICHEAL J JACKSON, SO THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES/MUSIC MICHEAL. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS IS FAMILY THROUGH THIS VERY TOUGH ORDEAL. LOVE AES. 6.28.09.
mrstine
June 28, 2009 - 08:34 AM GMT
Michael,
I loved you then and I will forever and always love you! You brought so much JOY & HAPPINESS to my life. Thinking of you dancing, singing & performing will always be with us forever! You were so special...something enigmatic, truly a walking work of art in a human form....
You are the last of your kind,
Michele
Candy
June 28, 2009 - 08:10 AM GMT
Michael Jackson will always be remembered by us all.Prayers go out to his family,he may be gone but never forgotten.
909raiderman
June 28, 2009 - 07:54 AM GMT
rip MJ I regret never seeing the king in concert that was close to being my first thought after my mom called and told me the news for 30 years my absolute favorite god bless him.
tessa
June 28, 2009 - 07:46 AM GMT
What can I say, Micheal was the Greatest! His spirit will live on as well as his beautiful music. May God be with his family and his three beautiful children. Micheal was an icon...Micheal was the King!!!!