Magnificent video Stevie! Your title was dead accurate too. Fred was a genius and Michael managed to improve on that genius with creativity and better synchronization.
Thank you all for your amazing comments! I enjoyed putting this piece together. You can follow me on Twitter™ at @officialbriggsy for more videos, music and forthcoming stuff! :-)
Fascinating. I think Fred would enjoy that Michael used his moves. It is a form of homage. To be the best Michael studied the best and it just goes to show how great Fred Astaire really was.
It would be so epic being able to see Cyd Charisee and Michael Jackson dance together to this song. I can picture him watching "Band Wagon" for the first time. Fred was his super hero.
Wow, it is no doubt that Michael was inspired by Fred from your video. How did you learn that? Most of us don't even know who Fred Astaire is. Thank you!!
it's clear the precious nigger had fond memories of the 50s and 60s which later developed into lifelong nostalgic yearning for lost childhood. great video.
Michael dances like Bojangles, the Nicholas brothers, James Brown and Sammy, just like Astaire tried to do. Please. blacks don't imitate whites. don't get it twisted. CS.
They had huge respect for each other. Michael dedicated his book to Fred Astaire and I think Fred's quote was "I didn’t want to leave this world without knowing who my descendant was. Thank you Michael!"
Anyone who can match FA in ability is a master... and regardless of anything else, MJ was a master. I hope that Hell has a special place reserved for the quack doctor who killed him.
Actually funnily I have, read his autobiography and seen what Lisa Presely has said..he did not look up to Elvis and Mick Jagger, everyone else on your list yes but not them.
Well, now we all know where MJ got his lyrics, his dance moves, his costumes and is choreography from! lol. Not to mention the huge influence James Brown had on him.
@8bobthebuilder Michael looked up to a lot of people.. James Brown, Fred Astaire, Sammy Davis Jr. Mick Jagger, Elvis Presley... He mixed them together.. and put in something new... Then he became what he was.. and what he always will be. =)
@Breey97 Umm sorry actually he was not influenced by Elvis at all, he even says in his moonwalker book and and I have never read or watched anything that said he was inspired by Mick Jagger.
@8bobthebuilder There's no claim that all (only some) of MJ's moves/etc were inspired by FA (esp. Smooth C). MJ of course has works that are more inspired by others. MJ inspires & each work's influence varies (e.g. Thriller's influence is unique). Artists' influence can transcend one work too. Recognizing influences on some works doesn't deny other career influences. MJ acknowledged learning from certain artists like FA. And it's interesting to look at "Master" - teacher links across artists.
@saraco678 Yes, MJ imitated / acquired style(s) of costuming, choreography, lyrics, from many artists BUT Fred Astaire and James Brown had more influence on him than any one else I believe. My comment was meant to quell the claim that MJ is somehow wholly [completely] original -- I believe that is precisely why this video is here: to show us how MJ was influenced. And P.S., Thriller was not wholly unique -- it was inspired largely by Landis' American Werewolf film.
I was replying to your comment "Well, now we all know where MJ got ... from! lol." That ! & lol seemed 2b sarcastic against the video's claim, but from your reply, it wasn't meant 2b sarcastic. There's no disagreement w/ your follow-up, except u misread my comment---I meant the influence of Thriller (like any work) is unique...as the various influences on MJ's were unique--e.g. FA's on SC vs. Landis on Thriller. Misreadings r typical as we can't hear intonations in writing. We basically agree.
@saraco678@saraco678 Yes, I overlooked your point in your second-last post that indeed each infuence on the artist is unique -- & that is absolutely true!
I have seen MJ live in concert twice, -- since 1987, I have never seen anyone live dance as well as MJ. He has a natural talent that others could not attain with practice.
Was always told of Fred Astaire & it's not till now that I'm able with the advent of YouTube to appreciate the similarities and genius of each of them!
@saraco678 Yes, I overlooked your point in your second-last post that indeed each infuence on the artist is unique -- & that is absolutely true!
I have seen MJ live in concert twice, -- since 1987, I have never seen anyone live dance as well as MJ. He has a natural talent that others could not attain with practice.
Was always told of Fred Astaire & it's not till now that I'm able with the advent of YouTube to appreciate the similarities and genius of each of them!
This is really nice! The first time I saw the Band Wagon my jaw dropped open because of course a light bulb went off in my slow brain as I realized where MJ got his Smooth Criminal stuff from. I was mesmerized and I fell in love with the movie. I have always loved watching the classics anyway but I had never even seen or heard of The Band Wagon until two years ago. I can't wait til my daughter watches it with me... She's gonna flip!
@quetnique THATS ONE OF THE GRETEST ALLTIME FILMS, AND MY DOUGTHERS 4 AND 4 YRS JUST STARTED TO DANCE LIKE LITLE ANGELS AND THY LOVE THE FRED ASTERE AND ALSO GENE MOVIES.... :)
i eff-ing loved this. i like old musicals too and its awesome to see that all the MJ magic i witnessed as a kids was inspired from the greats that paved the way for him.
Thanks for this clever video. I had no idea Michael's dance style waas heavily influenced by Fred Astaire until now. The clips from The Band Wagon look so cool with Michael's music.
great video. Astaire was amazing. I love the old movies. Find myself reaching back in time more n more as these newer generations produce garbage in film n music.
What a great video. It is clear that a LOT of thought and research went into what we see and enjoy here. Thanks a bunch for the effort and the pleasure I got when I watched. People can say what they want and have their opinions and I'll keep my opinion to myself but one thing cannot be denied; MJ was an artist.
I for one never been a big fan of MJ, But I respect him. I always love learning from the classic movie and you can still learn from them. This showed MJ that he really study to be a great dancer.
@Hugon101 michael didn't "study" to be a great dancer.he was phenomenal at 9!how much study do u have to do to be a phenomenon at 9?it's dancinfg talent,simple
Everybody is inspired by someone. Fred Astaire was too. He did not invent tap dance. He was inspired. Art is about being inspired and take it to another level and add your own. Fred and Michael managed to do that, while I don't think many of MJ's recent imitators are able to do that. When I see Chris Brown or Usher, I only see imitators, not someone like Michael who took it to another level.
If you watch the entire Band Wagon movie, you'll see other phrases Michael used. Michael enjoyed re-inventing, and Fred enjoyed seeing his creations taken to another level. A couple of greats that admired each other.
This is absolutely amazing! Growing up my dad always told me that if I wanted to know MJs heroes, I had to watch guys like Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly. I had no idea that they had such a direct impact on MJs career!
Nice try, but not even close. The same costumes and "lyrics"..do not make the case..Jackson was not even close to Astaire...in talent, costumes or steps.
@tallpaul521 Inspiration is one thing...but Astaire is in a league all his own...MJ can't touch that. anyone can imitate the thriller, or the Moonwalk...show me someone that says they can copy Astaire,and i will show you a liar.
@Soundwave3591 R u serious? Don't try to shit on MJ's talent and abilities. No one can imitate thriller. Like Quincy Jones once said if someone says they can do anything like thriller their lying because it's not something you can create. As for the moonwalk goes no one can do it like MJ did. Sure some people can do it and have tried to do it, but it has never came close to how MJ did it. As they always say always imitated never duplicated.
@gagamichaeljackson exactly. MJ IMITATED the Moonwalk: he wasn't the first to dance like that. and no one can beat fred astaire. i haven't seen MJ dance on the ceiling.
@Soundwave3591 MJ might've imitated the moonwalk, but he perfected it and took it to another level. I haven't seen fred astaire do the anti-gravity lean. But like I'm going to keep saying I don't hate off of other people's talent. Fred Astaire is a hell of a dancer and MJ is a hell of a dancer too. Fred Astaire even told MJ what a hell of a dancer he was and that meant a lot to MJ. So stop hating.
@Soundwave3591 Don't be a dork, Fred Astaire didn't dance on ceilings either, though he faked it well ;) Fred Astaire is the king of tap. MJ took dance to a whole new level, incorporating tap, jazz, street moves. Look up his early tap videos. But yes, no one compares to Fred Astaire's tapping skills. It's common knowledge that the Moonwalk was not original. Did someone on here actually say MJ created it??
@Soundwave3591 Many dancers can imitate Fred Astaire as well. Though fans of Fred might say noone does it with the elegance Fred did. It's true to MJ's dances as well. Many can imitate the moonwalk and everything he did, but noone does it with the same ease and elegance as he did. Just watch him in a video or on stage with professional, trained dancers! Michael always stands out even though those dancers around him were trained, while he never was.
Michael continua sendo melhor pq ele é mais bonito e as musicas e as coreografias são executadas com mais presisão e perfeição....todo mundo se inspira em alguém e inspirar tbm significa copiar....(apesar da copia ser melhor q a original)todo mundo copia Michael e tbm faz sucesso.....entaum isso num é tão importante!Michael sempre o melhor =D
Quite marvellous. Only flaw: lacks credits for the composers of the Band Wagon song material + the director of The Band Wagon. Not un-important factors.
Michael Jackson did his homework while Usher and Justin Timberlake never had to study at all; if they are imitating the likes of Michael Jackson! Thats what makes MJ a true artist is that he perfected dance ... and studied and respected others such as Fred Astaire :)
great research! it's no secret that mike was influenced by many who went before him. james brown, jackie wilson, sammy davis jr, fred astair, elvis, even dances and moves that were popular on the streets. look at the "the way you make me feel" video....it's obvious that it was inspired by 'west side story'. mike NEVER claimed to originate these concepts. he ALWAYS paid homage to his heroes. Mike was great at perfecting and incorporating all of those different styles into his own style & moves.
No secret that MJ was inspired by several of the greats before him, such as James Brown, Fred Astaire, and Jackie Wilson. MJ has emmulated some styles of dancing from them all, as well as other forms of their artistry, but he always made it his own! This is what all of the greats do, take some from the best before u, and then make it all your own style. Others after u will do the same, we've all witnessed several acts emmulating MJ over the years, but nowadays they try to carbon copy, not good
I could hardly wait for the video to end so I could comment. You are better than I. Michael did what all dancers do, they call it borrowing. And h borrowed the mess out of freds movies. but in a loving and Tributing way. This was great. adding to my favs til youtube takes it down.
This was absolutely brilliant how you pieced this together. You put a lot of thought and research into it. I really admire your work. You should be commended. Thanks so much for your efforts. I will subscribe to your channel.
Michael Jackson got the moonwalk from "Jeffrey Daniel" it was originally called the "the backslide".
MJ was a big fan of Soul Train in which Jeffrey Daniel had been a back-up dancer. According to Jackson's sister La Toya, Jackson was a fan of Daniel's dancing and sought him out. He soon met, hired and learned from Daniel.
MJ loved anyone who was great work which would give him an idea to surpass them. MJ also loved james brown and copied his moves too since he was a child, in fact james brown was mj'ss favorite-hey mj would even copy himself if he knew what he did was a great sucess, such as "ghost" copying "thriller" etc.
MJ wanted to be the greatest that ever existed in the music industry and he was sucessful :)
Absolutely wonderful!!!
toupietara1 1 day ago
Magnificent video Stevie! Your title was dead accurate too. Fred was a genius and Michael managed to improve on that genius with creativity and better synchronization.
PBCaurillac 1 day ago
So gorgeous !! love it !!!
Thanks a lot !
3Misseliz 2 days ago
You can now follow me on Twitter™ Facebook™ & my NEW Youtube™ channel!! My username is OfficialBriggsy :-)
StevieBriggs 2 days ago
Awesome video
skatezeroforhim 3 days ago
Nice wun Briggsy... taa very much...
ENNIFING 3 days ago
Thank you all for your amazing comments! I enjoyed putting this piece together. You can follow me on Twitter™ at @officialbriggsy for more videos, music and forthcoming stuff! :-)
StevieBriggs 3 days ago
this edit is so well done. This is awesome!!
ZanyProductionz 4 days ago
Quick question who's the teacher and who's the student??
PREZBOY13 4 days ago
Fascinating. I think Fred would enjoy that Michael used his moves. It is a form of homage. To be the best Michael studied the best and it just goes to show how great Fred Astaire really was.
slumlordable 4 days ago
when smooth criminal came on at around 1:00 I think I shit my pants
Crabman94 1 week ago
professional job
13TrafalgarLaw 1 week ago
bah purée...Oo
darkasalia 2 weeks ago
great job
TheRootsJourney 2 weeks ago
Great job! Video Dance TV is featuring this video as the DANCE VIDEO OF THE DAY. Cheers!
VideoDanceTV 2 weeks ago
It would be so epic being able to see Cyd Charisee and Michael Jackson dance together to this song. I can picture him watching "Band Wagon" for the first time. Fred was his super hero.
hadassah179 2 weeks ago
Good job!
squidinkUK 2 weeks ago
Wow, just wow. I heard one of MJ's inspirations was Fred Astaire, but this comparison of sorts just blew my mind. Amazing, just amazing!
Reika37 2 weeks ago
All the fun I remember.
dxt82 3 weeks ago
Love it!!!
kchavda80 3 weeks ago
we are who we were - thanks man.
seriphone 3 weeks ago
Very cool. Thank you.
phyllispascazio 4 weeks ago
Wow, it is no doubt that Michael was inspired by Fred from your video. How did you learn that? Most of us don't even know who Fred Astaire is. Thank you!!
teefukushima 1 month ago
@teefukushima
I know who Fred Astaire is thanks to Michael :P
MJLatisha 1 month ago
I THINK YOU DID AN AMAZING WORK PUTTING 2 OF THE BEST IN THE WORLD FROM 2 DIFFERENT ERA'S AND MAKE 1 FABULOUS MOVIE!!! MY COMPLIMENTS!!!
AY
MBurte 1 month ago
:-)
Oxus786 1 month ago
Just WOW!
barrymk100 1 month ago
The editing is beyond phenomenal, Mr. Briggs. You are truly an inspired genius. Thank you so much for sharing.
dictionarydiva 1 month ago
This has been flagged as spam show
it's clear the precious nigger had fond memories of the 50s and 60s which later developed into lifelong nostalgic yearning for lost childhood. great video.
zackhanscom 1 month ago
it's a nice video:) very well done:) MJ so much loved Fred Astaire.... I think, he'd like this video if he saw it ...
MarishaGeg 1 month ago
EVERYONE SHOULD ASLO SEE "SNAKE IN THE GRASS BY BOB FOSSE"
spideyy3 1 month ago
this is a good vid i like to see something other than rick rolls on YT in 2012
TFoneFiddy 1 month ago
Amazing!
bacharles1 1 month ago
woooow this is amazing!! i had no idea :O
chokladen94 1 month ago
AWE-SOME, you've made a great job!
guelm123 1 month ago
the best for the best
roynico982 1 month ago
EXCELLENT!!!
fatsamsgrandslam1 1 month ago
This was great, thanks for putting this together!
Pbaker0224 1 month ago
WOW~~~~ LOVE IT!!!!!!!
Sharon41421 1 month ago
I have noticed this too because I am a fan of Fred Astaire also...He loved Fred
lovetommezz 1 month ago
Excelente , un hallazgo el armado y los pasos que hacen de continuidad.
pabloalzaga 1 month ago
Congratulations <3
andylatana1 1 month ago
That's a very good video ;) congratulations :D
verojacksonbarnes 1 month ago
GREAT VIDEO!!!
jesabel62 1 month ago in playlist More videos from StevieBriggs
Mr Briggs this video is as meticulous and thorough and well executed as the artists in it.
Bravo. youtube Oscars i say.
MegaGum1 1 month ago
The Great Nicholas Brothers strut their stuff on The Jacksons 1977 television variety show. Michael and his family definitely learned from the best!
See videos on my channel!!
TheBJAmstrong 1 month ago
WOW!
curlAlldizzle05 1 month ago
The Great Nicholas Brothers strut their stuff on The Jacksons 1977 television variety show. Michael and his family definitely learned from the best!
TheBJAmstrong 1 month ago
...GET REAL! Michael Jackson was a Sloppy,Rank Amateur and couldn't "Hold a Candle" to Fred Astaire!
OlymPigs2010 1 month ago
This is blasphemy.
ddsharper 1 month ago
Michael dances like Bojangles, the Nicholas brothers, James Brown and Sammy, just like Astaire tried to do. Please. blacks don't imitate whites. don't get it twisted. CS.
ddsharper 1 month ago
I was completely not aware of that, but that draws a lot of parallels.
ShinyZandera 2 months ago
The amazing thing about Mike,He learn by watching his masters at work<3
Visaliny 2 months ago
Amazing!!!!!!!! You really put a brilliant end point in a clear question!!!!
LeonardoSardou1 2 months ago
Amazing. Brilliant work!
spirittwo 2 months ago
Isn't that Julie Newmar @ 1:30? Gorgeous!
chrysalys64 2 months ago
Comment removed
chrysalys64 2 months ago
brilliant! i love them both very much so.
birdy369 2 months ago
great job man!
StainedSkin27 2 months ago
Fantastic - thank you.
They had huge respect for each other. Michael dedicated his book to Fred Astaire and I think Fred's quote was "I didn’t want to leave this world without knowing who my descendant was. Thank you Michael!"
dirtyadiana48 2 months ago
Anyone who can match FA in ability is a master... and regardless of anything else, MJ was a master. I hope that Hell has a special place reserved for the quack doctor who killed him.
truun 2 months ago
very nice video, makes me want to go watch Fred and Michael movies now and throw on my taps (dont think ppl below with like me)
CYRAPHYM 2 months ago
Actually funnily I have, read his autobiography and seen what Lisa Presely has said..he did not look up to Elvis and Mick Jagger, everyone else on your list yes but not them.
101wess 2 months ago
GREAT VID, EXCELLENT CONGRATS ... :)
OKRAM33 2 months ago
Well, now we all know where MJ got his lyrics, his dance moves, his costumes and is choreography from! lol. Not to mention the huge influence James Brown had on him.
8bobthebuilder 2 months ago
@8bobthebuilder Michael looked up to a lot of people.. James Brown, Fred Astaire, Sammy Davis Jr. Mick Jagger, Elvis Presley... He mixed them together.. and put in something new... Then he became what he was.. and what he always will be. =)
MJ was a perfectionist.. and people know that =)
Breey97 2 months ago
@Breey97 Umm sorry actually he was not influenced by Elvis at all, he even says in his moonwalker book and and I have never read or watched anything that said he was inspired by Mick Jagger.
101wess 2 months ago
@101wess Well then I guess you ahven't watched all of the interviews... besides... listen carefully to what Lisa Marie said years ago.. =)
Breey97 2 months ago
@Breey97 sorry He neva mentioned Elvis as his inspiration fact!
Visaliny 2 months ago
@Visaliny -.- watch his interwievs.. and Lisa Maries oprah interview... and u will see. ;)
Breey97 2 months ago
@Breey97 ppl can't neva trust Lisa..watch Harlem 2002 where Michael called Elvis a theft..LMAO
Visaliny 2 months ago
@Visaliny Believe what you want.. And imma believe what I believe. ;)
Breey97 1 month ago
@8bobthebuilder There's no claim that all (only some) of MJ's moves/etc were inspired by FA (esp. Smooth C). MJ of course has works that are more inspired by others. MJ inspires & each work's influence varies (e.g. Thriller's influence is unique). Artists' influence can transcend one work too. Recognizing influences on some works doesn't deny other career influences. MJ acknowledged learning from certain artists like FA. And it's interesting to look at "Master" - teacher links across artists.
saraco678 2 months ago
@saraco678 Yes, MJ imitated / acquired style(s) of costuming, choreography, lyrics, from many artists BUT Fred Astaire and James Brown had more influence on him than any one else I believe. My comment was meant to quell the claim that MJ is somehow wholly [completely] original -- I believe that is precisely why this video is here: to show us how MJ was influenced. And P.S., Thriller was not wholly unique -- it was inspired largely by Landis' American Werewolf film.
8bobthebuilder 2 months ago
I was replying to your comment "Well, now we all know where MJ got ... from! lol." That ! & lol seemed 2b sarcastic against the video's claim, but from your reply, it wasn't meant 2b sarcastic. There's no disagreement w/ your follow-up, except u misread my comment---I meant the influence of Thriller (like any work) is unique...as the various influences on MJ's were unique--e.g. FA's on SC vs. Landis on Thriller. Misreadings r typical as we can't hear intonations in writing. We basically agree.
saraco678 1 month ago
@saraco678 @saraco678 Yes, I overlooked your point in your second-last post that indeed each infuence on the artist is unique -- & that is absolutely true!
I have seen MJ live in concert twice, -- since 1987, I have never seen anyone live dance as well as MJ. He has a natural talent that others could not attain with practice.
Was always told of Fred Astaire & it's not till now that I'm able with the advent of YouTube to appreciate the similarities and genius of each of them!
8bobthebuilder 1 month ago
@saraco678 Yes, I overlooked your point in your second-last post that indeed each infuence on the artist is unique -- & that is absolutely true!
I have seen MJ live in concert twice, -- since 1987, I have never seen anyone live dance as well as MJ. He has a natural talent that others could not attain with practice.
Was always told of Fred Astaire & it's not till now that I'm able with the advent of YouTube to appreciate the similarities and genius of each of them!
8bobthebuilder 1 month ago
This is really nice! The first time I saw the Band Wagon my jaw dropped open because of course a light bulb went off in my slow brain as I realized where MJ got his Smooth Criminal stuff from. I was mesmerized and I fell in love with the movie. I have always loved watching the classics anyway but I had never even seen or heard of The Band Wagon until two years ago. I can't wait til my daughter watches it with me... She's gonna flip!
quetnique 2 months ago
@quetnique THATS ONE OF THE GRETEST ALLTIME FILMS, AND MY DOUGTHERS 4 AND 4 YRS JUST STARTED TO DANCE LIKE LITLE ANGELS AND THY LOVE THE FRED ASTERE AND ALSO GENE MOVIES.... :)
OKRAM33 2 months ago
Thus begins my YouTube obsession with Fred Astaire!
ijuslikemusic 2 months ago
Unbelievable!!
DFENS7 3 months ago
This is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!
614Gem 3 months ago
H-o-motherfuckinT!
takeDshot 3 months ago
i eff-ing loved this. i like old musicals too and its awesome to see that all the MJ magic i witnessed as a kids was inspired from the greats that paved the way for him.
azucarmorena5000 3 months ago
Great tribute to two of the best entertainers.
MsTVRetro 3 months ago
cyd charise's entrance to smooth criminal has COMPLETELY changed my world. Thank you.
shmoopypoot 3 months ago
Thanks for this clever video. I had no idea Michael's dance style waas heavily influenced by Fred Astaire until now. The clips from The Band Wagon look so cool with Michael's music.
SugarKatie 3 months ago
great video. Astaire was amazing. I love the old movies. Find myself reaching back in time more n more as these newer generations produce garbage in film n music.
BloodyMexicanHindu 3 months ago
MJ copied many other as well, look at this vid called: "Michael Jackson's Origins of the Moonwalk".
iloveyou75204 3 months ago
Every second has something to admire - well crafted.
hollyr57 3 months ago
That was awesome!
danilove2001 3 months ago
MJ really did hi homework. wow amazing. why can't other artist be this amazing ugh damn this generation
Tweetybac12 3 months ago
whatis this song called
greenday3833 3 months ago
as a former dancer, an still a admirer this is really cool! TOTALLY paralele to eachother in many ways
practicalmagic4 3 months ago
StevieB you are awesome for doing this. Thank you.
Meehsuee 3 months ago
Brilliant! I give you lots of good kudos!
Rzrbladexgirl 3 months ago
voces tem razao parabens
congratulations you is right
ROMULO1734 3 months ago
I love this!!! Thanks so much.
AdelayeM 3 months ago
great....thank you
attirbbh 3 months ago
Fred Astaire is a frickin' PIMP.
arnyjk 3 months ago
ggreat video, the best! amazing!!
agathabtm 3 months ago
What a great video. It is clear that a LOT of thought and research went into what we see and enjoy here. Thanks a bunch for the effort and the pleasure I got when I watched. People can say what they want and have their opinions and I'll keep my opinion to myself but one thing cannot be denied; MJ was an artist.
Prometheus1st 4 months ago
Amazing and beautiful. Genius begets genius.
mizztotal 4 months ago
I for one never been a big fan of MJ, But I respect him. I always love learning from the classic movie and you can still learn from them. This showed MJ that he really study to be a great dancer.
Hugon101 4 months ago
@Hugon101 michael didn't "study" to be a great dancer.he was phenomenal at 9!how much study do u have to do to be a phenomenon at 9?it's dancinfg talent,simple
geiuy 1 month ago
Everybody is inspired by someone. Fred Astaire was too. He did not invent tap dance. He was inspired. Art is about being inspired and take it to another level and add your own. Fred and Michael managed to do that, while I don't think many of MJ's recent imitators are able to do that. When I see Chris Brown or Usher, I only see imitators, not someone like Michael who took it to another level.
jacksonaktak 4 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
Holy Shit, Smooth Criminal actually came from this??
WTF?????????????????
THUMBS UP if youve been a Smooth Criminal fan for over 10 yrs and only discovered this video right damn now.........
oh my god!!!!!!!
stnevv 4 months ago
Comment removed
stnevv 4 months ago
If you watch the entire Band Wagon movie, you'll see other phrases Michael used. Michael enjoyed re-inventing, and Fred enjoyed seeing his creations taken to another level. A couple of greats that admired each other.
TheWilderks 4 months ago
Fred Astaire is not the teacher of Mickael Jackson, the teachers are the Nicholas brothers
Sayofan2 4 months ago
This is absolutely amazing! Growing up my dad always told me that if I wanted to know MJs heroes, I had to watch guys like Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly. I had no idea that they had such a direct impact on MJs career!
Skippy1386 4 months ago
simply brilliant
faovsen 4 months ago
best travaille de mc jackson
nadire1971 4 months ago
Obiamente Michael Lo Mejoro
Smile29859 4 months ago
owwhh i love this thing, its nice to know where comes the mj's stuffs origins...
eagleclemence 4 months ago
Exelent vid :)
liamblackere 4 months ago
I watch this every morning, get's me really pumped for my workout... ANNIE ARE YOU OK?!
starfox1337 4 months ago
Nice try, but not even close. The same costumes and "lyrics"..do not make the case..Jackson was not even close to Astaire...in talent, costumes or steps.
tallpaul521 4 months ago
@tallpaul521 are you for real? Please tell me that you're joking!
Skippy1386 4 months ago
@tallpaul521 Inspiration is one thing...but Astaire is in a league all his own...MJ can't touch that. anyone can imitate the thriller, or the Moonwalk...show me someone that says they can copy Astaire,and i will show you a liar.
Soundwave3591 4 months ago
@Soundwave3591 R u serious? Don't try to shit on MJ's talent and abilities. No one can imitate thriller. Like Quincy Jones once said if someone says they can do anything like thriller their lying because it's not something you can create. As for the moonwalk goes no one can do it like MJ did. Sure some people can do it and have tried to do it, but it has never came close to how MJ did it. As they always say always imitated never duplicated.
gagamichaeljackson 4 months ago
@gagamichaeljackson exactly. MJ IMITATED the Moonwalk: he wasn't the first to dance like that. and no one can beat fred astaire. i haven't seen MJ dance on the ceiling.
Soundwave3591 4 months ago
@Soundwave3591 MJ might've imitated the moonwalk, but he perfected it and took it to another level. I haven't seen fred astaire do the anti-gravity lean. But like I'm going to keep saying I don't hate off of other people's talent. Fred Astaire is a hell of a dancer and MJ is a hell of a dancer too. Fred Astaire even told MJ what a hell of a dancer he was and that meant a lot to MJ. So stop hating.
gagamichaeljackson 4 months ago
@gagamichaeljackson I'm not "hating" i never said that. i just think Astire is a better dancer. i never said MJ was bad.
Soundwave3591 4 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
@gagamichaeljackson MICHAEL JACKSON WAS A PEDOPHILE, PERVERT, AND A KIDNAPPER! AND, THE WORLD IS BETTER OFF WITH HIM DEAD!
DeadPederastXXIX 4 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
@DeadPederastXXIX Do u think I give a shit about what u think cuz I don't
gagamichaeljackson 4 months ago
@DeadPederastXXIX The world would be a better place if u died
gagamichaeljackson 4 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
@gagamichaeljackson AFTER YOU!
DeadPederastXXIX 4 months ago
@DeadPederastXXIX WHY DON'T YOU GO SOMEWHERE!!!
KLD2005 3 months ago
This has been flagged as spam show
@KLD2005
michael jackson raped some kids
it put his career on the skids
he took their souls, but then he'd pay
so he could rape on a future day
now hes dead and thats the shit
all the allegations obviously legit
Conrad Murray: American Hero
Michael Jackson: Pedophile Zero
DeadPederastXXIX 3 months ago
@Soundwave3591 Don't be a dork, Fred Astaire didn't dance on ceilings either, though he faked it well ;) Fred Astaire is the king of tap. MJ took dance to a whole new level, incorporating tap, jazz, street moves. Look up his early tap videos. But yes, no one compares to Fred Astaire's tapping skills. It's common knowledge that the Moonwalk was not original. Did someone on here actually say MJ created it??
filmsensei 4 months ago
@Soundwave3591 LOL! You actually believe Fred Astaire really danced on the ceiling? Wow! :)))
As for MJ not inventing Moonwalk. Noone said he did. Just like Fred Astaire didn't invent tap dancing.
jacksonaktak 4 months ago
@jacksonaktak look, i KNOW it was a rotating set, but everyoen rememebrs him dancing "on the ceiling"
Soundwave3591 4 months ago
@Soundwave3591 Many dancers can imitate Fred Astaire as well. Though fans of Fred might say noone does it with the elegance Fred did. It's true to MJ's dances as well. Many can imitate the moonwalk and everything he did, but noone does it with the same ease and elegance as he did. Just watch him in a video or on stage with professional, trained dancers! Michael always stands out even though those dancers around him were trained, while he never was.
jacksonaktak 4 months ago
Un mot : MAGNIFIQUE
troubadourde 4 months ago
"study the greats and become greater" michael jackson
R.I.P
michaeljackson195819 4 months ago
GREAT GREAT VIDEO , THANK YOU
attirbbh 4 months ago
Michael continua sendo melhor pq ele é mais bonito e as musicas e as coreografias são executadas com mais presisão e perfeição....todo mundo se inspira em alguém e inspirar tbm significa copiar....(apesar da copia ser melhor q a original)todo mundo copia Michael e tbm faz sucesso.....entaum isso num é tão importante!Michael sempre o melhor =D
bruhjackson 4 months ago
Fantastic Video ! MJ had always his role models ,but he created his own dances !
jesabel62 5 months ago
Quite marvellous. Only flaw: lacks credits for the composers of the Band Wagon song material + the director of The Band Wagon. Not un-important factors.
pildskadden 5 months ago
Fantastic!!!! I just loved it... Great Job!
SusanneTK 5 months ago
Great job.
TJDOZIER1 5 months ago
pretty interesting video should share this with my american popular music professor! wish there was more to it!
youngchica20 5 months ago
Comment removed
youngchica20 5 months ago
This was friggin' AWESOME! Well done!
tabbycat3t 5 months ago
Good stuff, wish it was longer. I was starting to really get into it
iconicbrand5 5 months ago
WELL AFTER U SAW THE VIDEO U CAN SAY MJ WAS BAD MJ WAS
DANGEROUSSSSS
fhdxeleven11 5 months ago
MICHAEL WAS BETTER OFCOURS LOLOL
fhdxeleven11 5 months ago
EPIC - I So Enjoyed This --
thatsomethingman
thatsomethingman 5 months ago in playlist More videos from StevieBriggs
My Intro to Film instructor used this video as an example of how MJ was influenced by Fred Astaire on Wednesday, I cant stop watching it now.
WakeUpAlyssa 5 months ago
Who cares! Is just like saying Mozart Invented music others who does music after Him are just copy Cats
shannon360ify 5 months ago
No wonder Fred died, he smoked.
But a true inspiration.
KerrieCosta 5 months ago
I would have loved to see FA and MJ dance together
and the fact that they did know each other makes it even more amazing
2law2be 5 months ago
Brilliant! Just brilliant! I've seen this video again and again. Michael was truly an artist!
Great job with the video too.
RayRays 5 months ago
AMAZING!!!!
AnivlA84 5 months ago
this is so coool!
LB9997 5 months ago
:O
THEJACKSONS66 5 months ago
@SuperTSpain3 Thank you!
StevieBriggs 6 months ago
Thanks for putting in the time & producing a quality video! Fantastic "report" that could be used in art class at schools everywhere!
ppmrxky 6 months ago
@ppmrxky You're welcome! Thank you for the comment!
StevieBriggs 6 months ago
She was BAD...She was DANGEROUS -Fred Astaire....
BAD and DANGEROUS are name of MJs Album Covers!
chelxeaty 6 months ago
Wow; Amazing! Great job!
Michael Jackson did his homework while Usher and Justin Timberlake never had to study at all; if they are imitating the likes of Michael Jackson! Thats what makes MJ a true artist is that he perfected dance ... and studied and respected others such as Fred Astaire :)
chelxeaty 6 months ago 2
@chelxeaty Thank you!
StevieBriggs 6 months ago
Apparently Fred Astaire also admired Michael Jackson, and called him after seeing Michael's live performance of Billy Jean on television.
jellysalsa 6 months ago
Fred astaire is a legend ,,, come on !!!!
pepepucho 6 months ago
great research! it's no secret that mike was influenced by many who went before him. james brown, jackie wilson, sammy davis jr, fred astair, elvis, even dances and moves that were popular on the streets. look at the "the way you make me feel" video....it's obvious that it was inspired by 'west side story'. mike NEVER claimed to originate these concepts. he ALWAYS paid homage to his heroes. Mike was great at perfecting and incorporating all of those different styles into his own style & moves.
revlooshin 6 months ago 2
This is such a neat video! Very awesome! Two iconic pairs of feet to have graced the dance floor.
hobolobo2 6 months ago
No secret that MJ was inspired by several of the greats before him, such as James Brown, Fred Astaire, and Jackie Wilson. MJ has emmulated some styles of dancing from them all, as well as other forms of their artistry, but he always made it his own! This is what all of the greats do, take some from the best before u, and then make it all your own style. Others after u will do the same, we've all witnessed several acts emmulating MJ over the years, but nowadays they try to carbon copy, not good
makenart 6 months ago
I could hardly wait for the video to end so I could comment. You are better than I. Michael did what all dancers do, they call it borrowing. And h borrowed the mess out of freds movies. but in a loving and Tributing way. This was great. adding to my favs til youtube takes it down.
myheartmj 6 months ago
This was absolutely brilliant how you pieced this together. You put a lot of thought and research into it. I really admire your work. You should be commended. Thanks so much for your efforts. I will subscribe to your channel.
vallieegirl 6 months ago
Michael Jackson got the moonwalk from "Jeffrey Daniel" it was originally called the "the backslide".
MJ was a big fan of Soul Train in which Jeffrey Daniel had been a back-up dancer. According to Jackson's sister La Toya, Jackson was a fan of Daniel's dancing and sought him out. He soon met, hired and learned from Daniel.
heyathere1000 6 months ago
Michael Jackson **Moves Like James Brown**
heyathere1000 6 months ago
MJ loved anyone who was great work which would give him an idea to surpass them. MJ also loved james brown and copied his moves too since he was a child, in fact james brown was mj'ss favorite-hey mj would even copy himself if he knew what he did was a great sucess, such as "ghost" copying "thriller" etc.
MJ wanted to be the greatest that ever existed in the music industry and he was sucessful :)
heyathere1000 6 months ago 2