"Beat It” Sugarfoot DRUM CAM [split screen] - HIStory Tour

[@Gmurua87]

Imagine...Michael Jackson dancing to the beat of YOUR drums. Unbelievable.

[@ΠαναγιώτηςΓεφυρόπουλος]

He did, he was his drummer :P

[@TwoTwoFourSix]

apiece ofdirt you sure haven’t read up that the documentary was full of shit have you

[@RemarkablePerson]

Asli gugup cuk pasti

[@javaughnlemonius1418]

the who? i honestly don’t know why you’re watching this if you think he’s a pedo.

[@JOHNNYwxw]

i couldnt imagine the check after the show !

[@leokimvideo]

Every beat in the Jackson show was perfectly timed

[@rcfred_689]

He does that epic, over the shoulder, blind, double cymbal choke at 1:32 - which is one of the coolest drum ever

[@BenjiDarius]

1:30

[@johnnycampell8519]

Being a musician for Jackson is a huge responsibility.

[@AlexandreMARTINartiste]

Certainly_

[@DivaRockFaster]

One mistake = last mistake

[@crisrattlehead2573]

No no no, Michael was his singer haha

[@garyh4458]

And get no credit... they play in the dark and the audience can barely notice they are there. Pretty lame in my opinion.

[@thanusxd2670]

Gary Harper agree no band = no music.

[@d3stroy3r44]

This is what drumming is and other drummers should watch... The authenticity in the beats he produces are efficient and timed perfectly

[@stephennagy6675]

Very well said

[@mathameline]

Yeah no need to be technical like all the new drummers...beat it (the rythm) ;)

[@wbgames7406]

Carlos Rivera he doesn’t keep pace he MAKES the pace 🥰🙌

[@jac1057]

Love all the little details that this shows besides your great drumming. Just a small glimpse of the inside view looking out. I put my headphones on to listen. Man, it was like being there live. Awesome sound!

[@FabioOrlando]

Joy Crane yesterday was the Michael 60

[@isobellepaniora7552]

Joy Crane I did the same head phones and wow

[@jac1057]

@George Kamil No reason to be rude to anyone on here. Listening through headphones gives some people, a more personal experience. I hope that answers your question.

[@jac1057]

@@FabioOrlando I did not see your comment when it posted. Your right. And listing to Jonathan and seeing this was and is a good way to celebrate Michael. And now we have it to watch anytime we want and celebrate his talent and those who worked with him any time we want to.:-)

[@jac1057]

@George Kamiland why do you feel the need to be rude to him and me? The comment was not directed to you in the first place. Yes, it has nothing to do with my statement or the video, Yet that does not give you the right to be rude by calling anyone an idiot or to be insulting. Clearly, you seem to be intelligent enough to get your point across without having to add an insult to get attention. Enough said. This should be a place to celebrate the music of Michael Jackson and the talent of the people who supported his vision by working with him. And Michael having faith in their talents in order to bring his message to life and share it with his fans in person. I for one celebrate the fact we have this platform to see his performance from a view that only those in the industry get to see and the graciousness of Sugarfoot to share it with us. That is what we should be talking about.

[@neoudvalgte]

that cymbal choke at 0:55 is PRICELESS... what a legend

[@SaucyNetworkEntertainment]

at 4:30 you can see Michael come close to Sugarfoot to grab a drink. To get a view of Michael like this is just unprecedented and it must have been amazing to be so close to him when he does his magic. Thank you for this content Mr Moffett

[@WoockerSocket2]

Can't believe Michael never came close to him during all those years of rehearsals and practices 😢 shame on you Michael!!

[@youngcorbzmusik]

Absolutely the best! Those drumstick twirling and poses you do when the music breaks are absolutely wonderful and amazing. I see why Michael loved to have you as his drummer. Happy birthday today to the greatest to ever touch the stage Michael Jackson. And thank you Jonathan for keeping his music in his legacy alive and always being a real friend to Michael.

[@MGB36913]

Close my eyes, travel back in time & there I am again front row watching HIStory happen in front of my eyes... SO GRATEFUL , thank you for being an amazing part of forever!!!

[@MJJStuff-v9p]

*You are so damn lucky!*

[@ally-mp7cc]

I was only 16 and wanted so badly to go, but we were too poor to afford the 5hr hour travel or buy a ticket!!

[@guibole93]

That guitar solo while Sugarfoot still doing his magic in the back, oh man... It makes me wanna cry. Thank you Michael

[@stevejpm1]

A drumming legend playing for the greatest performer that ever lived

[@KyleDavisMusic]

After Ricky Lawson.

[@ShadowBeta]

Kyle Davis who is ricky lawson?

[@TDV09]

Bruno Oliver Also one of MJ’s drummers that played during the Bad and Dangerous tours.

[@MJJStuff-v9p]

@@ShadowBeta MJ drummer from Bad Tour to Dangerous Tour. Sadly, he passed away in 2013, he was such a good drummer too

[@ShadowBeta]

Diegão puts cara que pena, mas esse cara toca muito man

[@chimeox3959]

Yooo it's so cool how Michael only gave Johnathan permission to record 🙏🙏 you're just blessing us with your drum skills and live performances from 97.

[@NOAHCASAS]

AND THEN THE GO~PRO CAMERA WAS AN IDEA THAT STARTED

[@antonmk1244]

Too bad there is not the Victory tour he did.

[@SeanKernan]

Keeping making Video's Jon. You are so fun to watch play. Keep building your audience here on KZbin. This is another beginning for you!

[@kolapuri1]

And don't ignore that electric guitar support for entire song in background flawless 👏👏👏

[@johnnyrossi5891]

Whoever did the thumbs down on this video needs mental help. It doesn't get any better than this bro

[@markdent4052]

Right

[@theoriginalsafinette]

They're jealous and miserable. Period.

[@whitd.2120]

Jealousy breeds hate. This is amazing. ❤️

[@anthonylewis9256]

Damn straight

[@samwell2386]

Ra0king but he wasn’t retard...

[@hugolafhugolaf]

Ninja cymbal choke at 0:55.

[@damirfenrich5439]

Ha.ha..👍

[@alexkramer8191]

I didn’t realize it was a choke when I first heard it, I thought it was a hihat

[@bubblehead78]

Amazing! I had to watch it a couple of times to see it! Best ever.

[@jonbas6]

good eye, I thought it was a hihat also!

[@martine.210]

Signature move 😁

[@didigreen473]

Oh my god finally a 'drummer glory moment' you're fire Jonathan ! And, Michael, the fact that we can see a little of michael moving on the drum's camera sometimes, makes it even more realistic, like someone as incredibly amazing as Michael Jackson really lived, people could touch him, he touched people. Omg omg

[@wyethfitzwilliamb.bonacruz7396]

I miss mj here on 2020 hes been my childhood he will be forever on my memory

[@sambharat3532]

😘

[@raymondagholor2745]

MJ and his musicians were just million years ahead of time!

[@emperorkhan9941]

I was blessed enough to see Michael preform live, twice! The first time was the Dangerous Tour in 1992 Stockholm, Sweden. The second time was the HIStory Tour in 1997 Göteborg, Sweden. I believe one of the strongest elements that can be heard is the drums. And Michael dances and moves to that specific frequency. And much of Michael´s performance is thanks to Jonathan´s magic. Thank you Jonathan, you are truly an amazing drummer. Wherever you are, i send you love, peace and blessings.

[@rattugglan]

I also attended those shows. Magic nights!

[@MJJStuff-v9p]

Well, Gothenburg 1997 concert is on youtube, so you can watch it again and again and again

[@zed5834]

you guys are so lucky. tell us how did it feel pleaase.

[@AndrEHSM428]

Remember seeing this concert on VHS as my sister recorded it from the TV live in 1996, I would've never imagined to have the pleasure 20 years later to seeing this recordings, simply amazing! Brings back so much memories 😪 much love! ✌️

[@stefanh.960]

There are drummers who are tight. There are metronomes. And then there's a lot of nothing. Then comes Sugarfoot, the chosen one. Playing with MJ alone is insane but that man also played with Madonna. What an absolute unit.

[@SammyMakepeace]

Neither artist really being that interesting rhythmically

[@peverilngehngeh8536]

​@@SammyMakepeacea hater

[@Capslocks27]

Sir, you have changed the way I listen to Michael Jackson's songs for the rest of my life. It's no longer a MJ song anymore but now it's Michael Jackson & Sugarfoot Songs. I'm tearing up right now... I hope If ever get to heaven to meet you and MJ with our heavenly father. much blessings!

[@jenniferdupree532]

Jonathan, I think you're the greatest drummer that ever lived. Your precision, concentration, passion and expertise when playing the drums is OUT OF THIS WORLD. So glad I found your channel.

[@Andromaca1981]

I think we don't realize the work of the band, especially if it's Michael Jackson who is on stage, but this is amazing. Great job, congratulations.

[@pizzasubs]

Very glad to hear that Sugarfoot is still playing Drums to this day, if Correct, he has been the drummer for however long it has been for

[@oNordestiny]

A star never dies !

[@shivlyanwar4546]

The professionalism is insane. Michael trusts this musicians 100%--the never mess up.It's like watching a drum machine. Perfecting. Only one word Wow From Bangladesh salute to boss 🇧🇩🤘👌🇧🇩😍

[@Lord.Furious]

Mr. MOFFETT ... you're a MONSTER, Sir ! Calm... slick... fluent... serious or smiling... but yet a MONSTER ! What a performance, Man !!! I can't describe how much I adore your playing !

[@nightknight6845]

As a guitar player, your pocket and energy during the guitar solo gives me chills. Definition of dynamics.

[@roxannedeguzman1622]

I deeply admired MJ for his great legend impact husky voice super talented humble celebrity

[@MrPrincepop]

Love listening to Jonathan drumming, pure tight pocket finesse.

[@brianevans6423]

Blown....away... we miss you Michael!!!

[@denisenabo]

the timing is 🔥 thank u Jonathan Moffett! 🤘

[@林玉英-v1r]

鼓手用他的生命，完美呈現，太令人感動，至上無限敬意。

[@carolynwilliams6738]

I don't know whether to laugh or cry seeing this footage - off the scale joy and sadness. XX.

[@autumn7599]

Thank you for sharing with us your beautiful memories with Michael. This is awsome.After 12 years from then you were on stage with him once again,it is truly, truly wonderful. All the best for you.

[@yoeymeme]

This was 1997

[@JedTaneo]

That's how PROS do it. Minimal but with lots of feel and pocket.

[@kikirani7270]

To perform with the greatest of all time you gotta be this level of great too 🔥

[@RodrigoRaez]

Amazing groove, power and energy Mr. Moffett.

[@Wawinator]

Why the thumbs down? Who in their right mind would dislike this video? MJ & Sugarfoot are legends man this was beyond Epic!

[@MzGumby02]

Michael was a bad azz man, and he understood music to another extreme. His musicians were amazing.

[@sunshinefogleman127]

I never got to see the King of Pop live. Man, this is perfection! What an incredible life you have had, Sugarfoot!

[@DahcEdits]

😀

[@christianjva]

La cara de felicidad mientras toca no tiene precio.. Viendo a MJ en vivo cualquiera!!!

[@tiagomlopes]

Não tô acreditando q tô vendo essa relíquia em 2019, parabéns por gravado esse momento histórico!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@elizabethsestina7828]

Wow you're unbelievable, thank you for sharing this video, Michael trusted you so much, you're the best drummer, bless you. I miss Michael so much.

[@astolfokawaii2524]

i came to see sugarfoot do his work but my eyes are glued to michael, real showman

[@ronym.1395]

Excelente ejecucion Jonathan!!! Suena excelente y Michael simplemente el mejor!!! Saludos desde 🇬🇹

[@PaulRiceJr]

Loved how the hi hats never skips when you wipe your sweat.... perfect timing!

[@jenniferdupree532]

Thanks!

[@v380riMz]

This is absolutely insane. Must've felt absolutely ecstatic playing in front of such a big crowd for such a big legend!

[@albertcrowe8960]

Love this one! Thanks Sugeefoot! God bless!

[@ParalyticAngel]

Both are so beautiful human. Love you both. Thanks for that rare footage. You all were the greatest.

[@Proranis]

the joy of a man doing what he loves for a living - yep never gonna know how that feels

[@timmay6697]

Wow.. that horse really nailed the solo. Awesome job! 👍🐴

[@Rizwan-Ashraf]

I love how passionate and happy he is playing for MJ. Legenddddddddddddd 🙌🏻♥️

[@BigLewie]

Thank you so much for sharing these videos sir. I miss MJ immensely.

[@Edwin_khuptong]

5:05 damn Michael is just amazing. The dance is incredible, no one can replace his moves💃🕺💃🕺💃

[@jaizen2023]

in thinking that as a drummer myself i could only imagine the sort of dance he could come up with, if Michael could see the passion and emotion the drummer has put into the beat ohh!! i could only dream of what that man could think of. Thank you Jonathan for providing all the beats the king needed to move the way he did. Like and Angel, Weightlessly!!! God rest your soul Michael Jackson the one and ONLY KING of our Hearts.

[@chrisrandall1366]

The smile on Johnathan's face says it all

[@odysseynz]

The great drummer, indeed. Thanks Mr. Moffett.

[@superchris9979]

Thank You Sugerfoot For Posting This & Sharing With Us Just A Little Bit Of What It Musta' Been Like To Be There On Stage With "The Man" Himself!! The Best There Was, Is & Ever Will Be....I Look Forward To Watching More Of Your Content & Seeing What Else You Wanna' Share With Us! R.I.P. Michael You Will ALWAYS Be Loved & Missed......"SUPER"Chris 12-31-20

[@joepropsnyc]

Big time Jonathan Moffett fan. Such genius!!

[@videogarage9221]

The Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones collaboration was truly a match of two great musical geniuses. The way these songs were put together and execution for mass appeal was second to none.

[@blessedhands2000]

I've watched this and all of Jonathan's other videos over a hundred times each. Each time is better than the first. I can't say this strongly enough. Thanks Jonathon! Seriously! Thanks for your huge part in the history of pop music.

[@italianstallion9148]

Wow! I am absolutely astonished by the level of precision and technique that this man has. Jonathan, coming from a drummer myself, you are up there with the greats. May God bless you.

[@noahm.4001]

The Dancer is as good as his Drummer ! Thank you Jonathan !

[@Oxtankahn]

You're just incredible! You never loose your concentration, thanks for being an inspiration to me and many other drummers!

[@ACEDBH]

Jennifer Batten on guitar!! She's very underrated!

[@stephenm.1988]

She is underrated because she can shred guitar but he plays in a pop genre....... She can be famous if she is in a metal band

[@mattmoves5920]

She is so underrated that she played with the most famous singer of planet earth...

[@stephenm.1988]

@@mattmoves5920 because the singer is more famous than her

[@mattmoves5920]

@@stephenm.1988 Dude if the most important singer of all time choose you as his guitarist you are not underrated at all.

[@stephenm.1988]

@@mattmoves5920 so if mj choose me as his backup dancer im not also underrated?

[@carlos.a.vcarvajal6119]

Grandioso. No hay palabras para tanto talento. Gracias por compartirlo.....

[@markpodgurski8553]

Thank you Sir. From the Heart

[@israelchavezgonzales7618]

Este señor me imagino que los tiempos y los silencios le deben recorrer por todo el cuerpo como la sangre 🎼🥁 gran baterista... Felicitaciones 👏👏👏

[@sammue6349]

WOW!!! JUST WOW!!!!!!!! NO WORDS. LEGENDARY

[@fabiovozavoz4077]

Regards from Brazil!

[@buzzfunk]

He sounded perfect. Record perfect. No one today could do this.

[@mariafiorellino7335]

Love history 🙏👑🎶Michael our history forever and ever

[@yannisstath]

Thank U for sharing your talents with the world Jonathan.

[@jefffuentes9104]

Imagine you're at this concert... Even I'm born in 20s I still love Michael.

[@weses2]

I was just watching this performance for the first time yesterday omg! Love the drum cam Jonathan this is amazing

[@kabankov83]

Mr. Jonathan youre amazing!

[@petergriffin925]

Happy Birthday Michael

[@pataudi8025]

Wow sir, you are really an inspiration for us young drummers, it was my dream to be MJ's drummer.

[@oswaldokatz2523]

The voice, the moves, MJ had it all.

[@Blackadder75]

The voice is mostly studio recording though. you can easily check this by shazaming: your phone will say 'Beat it' when its the recording and 'no result found'when it's a life part. MJ always did some singing and some lip syncing on his tours , especially the major dance numbers, it was not possible to both sing and dance for 2 hours with that intensity. but he would sing the slower ballad when possible. .

[@kalterkakaozumfruhstuck1515]

Yeah but at history tour beat it is lip sync!!

[@alensiljak]

:O This is almost like pulling the curtain on the Wizard of Oz. Discovering the inner workings of the music of my youth. Thanks a lot for the videos, Jonathan! Looking from the distance, such concerts just seem unbelievable nowadays.

[@drummersaad]

At the very beginning of learning drums I aspired to play for the music. To me, the song always comes first. I am happy to see you had been doing it before I was born. Thank you for the inspirations.

[@carolynwilliams6738]

These songs never get old. XX. Just joy.

[@celiojunior7724]

O melhor , eu acho show a parte 0:55 imagina o quão difícil não é fazer esse movimento?!! O cara é monstroo muito show.

[@andrezinho8322]

não muito é só ir treinando e quase como fazer nós pratos da frente, único problema é que é atrás mas da pra fazer o cara a é fera não é atoa que Michael escolheu ele.

[@jamesdavis5096]

This is so amazing and so personal and so very private and just one of the most wonderful things I've ever seen the music I really want to thank you for posting this is so awesome

[@brentcrude8565]

Metronome factories use Sugarfoot's "Beat It" drum track for product calibration and quality control. FACT!

[@Captain-Palsy]

Johnathan you gave me another great peek in the world of Michael thank you for that.

[@joserivero9244]

The best drums ever!!😍😍😍😍

[@SoundScientist1]

Mr. Moffett, You've been perfecting those ninja-rear-crash-cymbal-hits for quite some time. [Chuckling]. You're a top-flight "groove master" My Man. It's no puzzle why Michael loved working with you! Blessings...

[@iwiggs6870]

The accuracy of that last snare hit is not human.

[@cryptohalloffame]

never seen such effortless drumming before...truly a revelation...

[@shanegregg1057]

I get chills watching this!

[@nzaziyatundu]

You're the greatest ✌😉😄you respect the first partition, the same way you played, recorded before. It's simply incredible. RESPECT MASTER, GOD bless you, Thanks!!!

[@lakisanghera9872]

amazing comp.. what a time it must have been... thank you for every upload.

[@ian.avalos33]

0:56 OMG that's clean as f***

[@nalonso68jackson]

thank you for each one of your videos. 👑💗