Michael Jackson's Drummer Performs "Man in the Mirror"

[@jstapjstapjstap]

You can tell that there is nothing else Sugarfoot would rather do than play a Michael Jackson track. He knows and plays each of them with 100% accuracy. What a legend!

[@Connor_Att]

He is Michael Jackson's drummer for the History tour and This is it

[@SRTHEMI]

@@Connor_Att more than that man

[@SRTHEMI]

@@Connor_Att he was there way before just those two.

[@johnrouille5428]

@@Connor_Att dude he was Michael Jackson’s drummer for 30 years since the Jackson’s first tour pretty sure

[@eltonlei2481]

@@Connor_Att He is the drummer for him in Triumph, Victory, HIStory, This is it, and the 30 year celebration in 2001. More than that, he is a life long friend of Michael and the rest of the Jackson Family.

[@gillhills1105]

I can see why Michael selected you as his drummer, he strived for perfection and you contributed to it in a big way, Thanks Sugarfoot.

[@ricardofabianquinteroreino8217]

Snçillamnt GNIAL❤

[@leokimvideo]

Best cymbal choke style on the planet

[@moonwalker494]

Sup Leo any more black widow

[@kimbitschlarsen7095]

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[@Acecombatrules59]

@@moonwalker494 its australia, of course

[@gummel82]

Dude you're on every video i'm interested in wtf

[@KasperViggoJensen]

For sure. It’s amazing how big a difference that it can make.

[@WishMount]

4:25 EXCUSE ME WHAT!? That cymbal flurry was god tier

[@miguel23677]

This is the Kind of drummer you want in your band. Every single beat he plays is meant to elevate the song, to make Michael voice bright, to add to the feeling and the intention of the song. You can practice 10 hours a day, but you’ll only reach this level when you grow up as a drummer and as a musician. He could have put so many amazing fills in the song, but he has the good sense not to.

[@keeponrollin7922]

Absolutley!

[@Multicontemplator]

The goal is always to serve the song. In pop music particularly the focus is going to be the vocals. Johnathan understands this and so should any drummer worth their salt. If he was playing some drum n bass or a metal song then I would expect we'd see him pepper in some sick fills and it would fit wonderfully with those songs.

[@darklordlc]

You are a metronome that breathes. The pocket you lay down is deep and your cymbal work is exquisite. Exceptional!

[@CreedBrattonTheOffice]

He's where they bring all the metronomes to calibrate them.

[@ImTechFreak]

That smile near the 1:58 you can tell he actually felt like he was back playing that song on stage with Michael. made me tear up a little ngl.

[@Angela-gc3kr]

Me too. Jonathan is just world class.

[@Stahlgewitter]

Totally! I thought the same thing. I had to rewind to see if it was the same spot! What a great experience he had, I'm sure

[@JonathanSugarfootMoffett]

I’m doing this and have done this for MJ and all of you….all for the sake of love! Here is the mp3 for this song. My gift to the fans: www.dropbox.com/s/3z7j3h3ofqtg86p/MAN%20IN%20THE%20MIRROR%20-%20MJ%20%2B%20SUGARFOOT%20%28FINAL%20MIX%29.wav?dl=0

[@ErekkNordavynd]

Thank you so much for this videos!! Brazil loves you!

[@otywun]

Thank you Sir 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Cl1m4x]

absolute gigachad here

[@WePlayTheBeatles]

❤️

[@frankiewoo4678]

Thank you!

[@kojak_516]

This man is highly underrated. Probably THE BEST PERCUSSIONIST in music.

[@ChrisKoraltan]

There’s a reason MJ picked this guy

[@brandonparlee1710]

LOL! surely you're joking right? Even I can play this and I've only been playing for like 10 months now.

[@ChrisKoraltan]

@@brandonparlee1710 oh did Michael Jackson choose you??

[@brandonparlee1710]

@@ChrisKoraltan didn't realize MJ was a drumming expert. As great as his songs are they aren't exactly super technical when it comes to drumming

[@ChrisKoraltan]

@@brandonparlee1710 he never was about technique in his music he was about the soul and you can’t have music without soul, even with all the technique in the world

[@thomasriedl8710]

When I see his face playing these MJ-Songs he seems to be back on the stage in his soul. It‘s absolute heart-warming to see and feel the songs and enjoy the musicality and Skills. Thanks a lot!

[@koreanational]

Besides the fact that Jonathan is playing with awesome skills / feel / musicality / technique... He is also putting his SOUL, his SPIRIT in there. Every touch is at a higher level, cannot be duplicated just by hitting on a drum. Master indeed sir.

[@joolslaloosh]

To this day I just can't believe that Michael Jackson is gone. ♥️

[@blaster3362]

this smile when u play at 2:00 prouve you rly like MJ 😊

[@misterjohnny652]

If Michael sang this song from the depths of his soul, then Jonathan played it from the beats of his heart. What a nostalgic divine masterpiece this was. Big thank you for always being behind Michael Jackson with his music. Great job Jonathan!

[@tyecables8547]

You can tell that you genuinely love playing this song.

[@netten2053]

that makes me feel happy and sad at the same time ,mj is gone ,but he still in our hearts ,thanks ❤

[@khsimagesdotcom856]

For my 8th birthday, I got to see MJ in concert. Today, performances like this may be impressive videos to some people but they absolutely mean the world to me. Thanks

[@nero8484]

There is definitely Michael Jackson DNA in it... very nice, clean tones as always!

[@ricohunter9302]

Thanks for keeping MJ soul music alive.

[@alexfinns6162]

JM playing an MJ song. Legend, I love this song

[@vyper0075]

8K? This dude should have more than a BILLION Likes!

[@nicjanelle]

I find it great he's using different brands of cymbals. Shows he goes for the sound rather than sticking to one brand. I see Soultone, Istanbul, Sabian, Zildjian, there might be others I don't see.

[@brianrichards689]

Doesn't this show that none of the brands sponsor him?

[@ejRecording]

@@brianrichards689 or all of them do

[@PyroOnTheDrums]

nycolas actually hitted the mark. Guys like sugarfoot, dont need to endorse anything... he plays what he likes to ear... notice that he's using a mix of High end cymabls and mid end cymbals ( his hats are XSR's )... what ever works for him , works for him... Every brand on this planet would love to have THE sugarfoot endorsing them LOL

[@TyBoy1994]

Timing is absolutely impeccable. 😁

[@mechalovessquirrels]

He's showing emotions just like MJ. You can tell MJ is singing for him So gifted

[@kellyk1980]

I'm addicted to watching you drum now 😊

[@pieroromeo7061]

Hi “Sugarfoot”, i’m a little fan of MJ. I remember that day, I was 3 and in Italy a tv program had been interrupted by a news… i knewn MJ since 1, songs like Thriller, Billie Jean, were on my mind from the first day of my born. I understood, when I hear the news, that my hero died. Today, I’m still sad, but, with his song and things he done, I’ve the sensation that he’s still here, ‘cause he isn’t dead and he’s here, he lives in this video, in your memory and us. Thanks, “Sugarfoot”, for making this tribute to him and for your art From Italy, -Piero

[@Macaco_Branco]

It looks like beautiful old memories come up as the first smile flashes while playing. Thank you very much, sir! ^^

[@yvesnorbertus6706]

Big respect

[@diegoramon6756]

Sou seu fã, Sugarfoot parabéns pela sua brilhante carreira. Um forte abraço aqui do Brasil 🇧🇷

[@ExoticButters42069]

hold up hold up are those double sided drum sticks 🤯 that's insane just like your drumming this video is 100% insane RIP MJ forever king of pop

[@Gregorovic2000]

MJJ,the King, you will live in memory until the world ends, it won't be long for that

[@ricardotaylor1452]

A true musician every note played as if Michael sang every note played through Moffats eyes body & soul Nothing short of absolute brilliance and spiritual Moffat is the greatest of all time ❤

[@creeperkiller9795]

A legend amongst icons, A king worthy of his crown. We will always love you Michael Jackson. God bless you Sugarfoot!

[@WashburnD10]

Every part of Mr Moffett's body feels the music. I haven't ever seen such a brilliant drummer.

[@wanderscheibel2543]

Pra ser baterista do MJ, o profissional tem que ser brilhante e com certeza é o caso do Sugarfoot! Parabéns, obrigado por compartilhar esses vídeos, dessa forma mantemos a memória do imortal MJ sempre viva em nossos corações! Que Deus te abençoe sempre Sugarfoot! Excelente pessoa e excelente baterista! Abs do Brasil

[@helenatrela786]

I'am in tears now imagine Michael Jackson is alive. This video is very emotional❤️

[@pillznarRy]

still one of the greatest songs ever written.

[@DrJ-hx7wv]

I just got back from seeing MJ(NY) on Broadway. I think the stage drummer there did you very proud. He's definitely been watching you. The whole thing was an ethereal experience.

[@Ace_Stevo]

I imagine the memories he has playing this. Perfection.

[@camirrahcharles2493]

He's playing like Michael is recording this today. I love it. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JAYZAWmusic]

The last minute is easily my fav part! Such tasteful use and control with the cymbals!!

[@fais90s]

The best..

[@jensongcovers]

This Man is A Legend .....

[@joemauntel9381]

I've heard this song tons of times.....and it still moves me to tears.

[@Aniamj]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Thedreamlandfire]

The whole performance is amazing but 4:00 to the end is on another level. Those cymbal hits, that dynamic, that soul. Unreal!

[@bruyere7]

love the way you perform Mr. Moffett, the look in your eyes when you perform these songs you can tell you'd love nothing more than to perform alongside your friend once again.

[@TuaTeMauAkauAtea]

Damn, Moffett is a museum, a treasure, pure gold in learning the drums, a living legend my dear folks, see his look, his smile remembering Michael from his friends and bandmates who recorded with him on Michael's tours and Madonna. A world-class drum master, by his smile and facial expression we know that he left a great legacy in pop music. Moffett was one of the great builders of the best music in the 80s, so he has a lot of musical, professional and artistic wisdom to teach and sell. I can only say, friend, brother and wise drummer, thank you for existing and making music an art of global excellence. Love 💕😘 you 🏆🥂🍷👍😉🫂🍻🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁

[@wyllamrenato]

Obrigado por manter viva a memória de Michael Jackson.

[@KotrokoranaMavokely]

🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻💙💙💙💙 Moffitt is legend and great teacher if drumms ever

[@MICHAEL1958ist]

Love you Maicol!!😰😰😰 Gracias por hacerlo posible, Jonathan 🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@Cantst10]

I'm 2 years into drumming and seeing your stuff blows me away. You make it look so easy when it's not, and it's just a joy to watch your videos. I hope I can take bits from your playing and add it to my own. Because who wouldn't want to be this good. Absolutely amazing

[@distainsdomain6743]

My son started drumming this year. He's got "it". You were on the list of drummers I gave him to study! Your speed during your cymbal shots for alot of Michael's songs threw him for a serious loop! He was like, "How is this possible? How does he hit those shots so fast and settle back into the groove like his cymbals are right next to the snare?!?! He managed to play green day's "basketcase" with full strokes like a champ but still couldn't match your arm speed on the shots on some of Michael's tracks that weren't near as fast! When he realized that you were still that fast after all these years, it really motivated him to push harder! Thank you for all the great music over the years!

[@darklordlc]

I had to come here again after seeing MJ on Broadway today. Hearing Michael’s music live and seeing how it electrified the audience was pure joy. I came here again because you were such an integral part of his love experience. You were Michael’s bedrock and you totally and completely put your soul into your playing. Once again, thank you.

[@mattiasforslund8685]

Fantastic…. Michaels masterpiece shines through Jonathans drums… absolutely fantastic… If Michael would hear this he would be stunned…👍🏻

[@FrioVador]

Thank You so much M. Jonathan for this great Job You're the Best of the best that's why M.J ( God Bless him ) choose you ! Thank you for man in the mirror this is my Best favourite Song from M.J. Also thank you so much for what you done to let M.J always on our heart and our minds🙏🏾

[@JonathanSugarfootMoffett]

Thank you for the love! appreciate it, my friend! ❤️

[@marloesj5986]

This is like a spiritual experience filled with magic, and love...♥️ Thank you so much mister, for honoring our hero, our King.🌟🌟

[@bluehornet6752]

Met the man back in 1993/94 when I helped him set up for a clinic at a friend's new drum shop. Extremely nice guy. He was brilliant on the kit back then, and he doesn't seem to have lost a step. Love the tune!

[@kp7castin150]

The look on his face tell all on how he was bonding perfectly with Mikel all watch the concerts and just mind blowing keep on man and thanks for the great talent

[@dimasrodrigues6017]

Essa foi a melhor musica que marcou a minha adolescência ! '' Quer mudar o mundo ? Começa pelo o homem no espelho .'' Muito obrigado amigo !

[@TheFlamingGamerYT]

What an amazing performance man. That song is always one of my favorites to listen to, and it’s sweet seeing you play the drums to that song. Can’t wait to see what other songs you’ll play to considering you did that in a studio. God bless you Sugarfoot, and god bless MJ. 13 years may have passed without you, but you’re always here with us in spirit forevermore. Thank you MJ, and thank you for being amazing in what you do too Sugarfoot

[@HonanTheLibrarian]

I never realised it was cross-stick on the snare all the way through to 1:28 - Brilliant!

[@Wally-H]

I find it emotional watching you play. All those years Michael's music was such a big part of my life. Thanks for all the great music.

[@lindsayb1731]

Incredible!! Thank you for keeping us connected to Michael 🌟 You’re amazing!!❤

[@tranovazdenka7719]

Děkuji moc krásné. Michaelovo nejůžasnější song Muž v zrcadle. Michael chybí je tu tak prázdno na světě bez něj.

[@DiaComun]

Iis an absolute pleasure to hear this man playing those drums. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@Bow503]

3:54 i feels like he was actually saying hello to Michael. Chilling. You would think it will end cringy but no, the way he gave that hand gesture and finished it wit that " i got you" "you r cool"smirk is deep respect and valuation for Michael. He sings what we all feel. So go on. 😢

[@rillocodes3120]

I love the passion this man does his stuff with!

[@ariannacossalter4339]

I love this song!!! Thank you so much Jonathan Moffett for this video

[@SumerJones-f9c]

bro this song makes me cry of joy for this christmas

[@toft5320]

you can just tell that MJ entertainment value still lives within Sugarfoot when hes behind the kit. very cool

[@Gmork-The-Nothing]

Love that kick pattern in the verse. So groovy.

[@Andrew-zx9wx]

You can tell Jonathan loves this song. What a pleasure to listen, watch, and dwell on fond memories. Thank you!

[@jesusmn-123]

debes tener grandes recuerdos de Michael

[@natiablack7144]

RIP Michael Jackson. 🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤You are still sorely missed. Perfect drumming as always Jonathan. God bless 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@MrSpencerMcIntosh]

He's right in the pocket with Michael's snaps during that intro 💖👌

[@guyonkeys]

I could watch him play for hours. Beautiful playing with such an awesome touch. Truely top draw playing. 👍

[@j67089]

I think he can feel the presence of MJs soul during the sessions, absolutely fantastic play!

[@davebuts1921]

Been following Johnathan Moffitt (Sugarfoot) for a few years now, I think he is probably the best drummer ever. Thumbs up if you agree👍👍👍👍

[@GeTLaWsTKIIID]

its so hard to say that there's a best drummer especially EVER....you have Stuart Copeland, the late taylor hawkins, buddy rich,chad smith, shoot lol even dave grohl....

[@trongduc8659]

@@GeTLaWsTKIIID There are also John Bonham, Bernard Purdie, Jeff Porcaro, Carlos Vega, Steve Gadd, Aoyama Jun, Shuichi "Ponta" Murakami,... the list goes on.

[@GeTLaWsTKIIID]

@@trongduc8659 literally the list goes on which is why it’s too hard to say! If anything they’re all great in there own way cause they all bring something different to the kit…and are all great drummers, can’t take nothing away from any of them

[@davebuts1921]

@@GeTLaWsTKIIIDThat's why I said "probably the best ever" Did not say the best EVER is subjective to each person.

[@GeTLaWsTKIIID]

@@davebuts1921 haha chill bro it’s not that serious

[@keepontruckinoutlawlife1248]

AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME

[@brendaemanuelealvesfeitosa2520]

13 anos sem o Michael Jackson👑😢😢😢🇧🇷👑❤

[@roddyw.7388]

What I love is how much you tell he enjoys playing and sharing his gift with others.

[@christinasrebro8230]

One of the best drummers EVER. Thanks for all you do!

[@RowanJDrums82]

Such a great feel. So many drummers overplay for clicks and everyone, musician or not should just listen to what Jonathan does, and really feel what he is playing. ❤

[@MG-ty9hb]

I will try this on my drums! I am a huge MJ Fan😄 Jonathan i saw you two times live in Bremen 1997 on the History World Tour🤗 good job man💪 greetings from Germany Martina😘

[@stephenm.1988]

Ur lucky

[@shadowthagreat]

@@stephenm.1988 extremely!

[@MG-ty9hb]

@@shadowthagreat i know, and i touched Michael at the Parkhotel in Bremen🤗

[@shadowthagreat]

@@MG-ty9hb 😭😭😭 I never got to see Michael perform I was too young during his prime and when he passed I was in my teens and he wasn’t on tour.. The saddest thing in my life is never getting to see Michael Jackson perform in person…

[@MG-ty9hb]

@@shadowthagreat 1997 i was 15 jears old, and it was the greatest time in my life🤗 to touch michael, michaels bodyguard Wayne touched me too😂see him live sing and perform his hits, and do the moonwalk for my eyes😎, it was great, wish i could turn back time🤗 i love Michael and i miss him so much😢

[@the_phuckery_is_real7252]

I grew up dancing to Jackson 5 records, on those old wood floors in our house. Jackson's music was with me all the days of my youth. Mr. Moffett, I suppose that means that for some of those years, you were the beat that directed my steps. Thank you. Amazing to watch you play.

[@ricardovelazquez3014]

Me encanta esta canción. Y lo mejor de la manera como esta mezclada se aprecia aun más lo instrumentos. Gracias 🙂

[@dovecup2130]

Wow, wow, I so impressed, mesmerized by such talent and I'm not even a drummer.

[@1973833]

What a beautiful song,and absolute drumming legend!Must have bring so many memories,while playing this song...Wish you all best,Sir!

[@rommelmacisaacantivola307]

The level of precision is outstanding. Truly the song is imbedded to your soul.

[@alexissolisleal6584]

Miss You Michael Jackson ❤️😔

[@benjismith593]

Highly, highly, underrated. This man is responsible for many of my childhood songs I enjoyed. Glad there is a platform to show his talents.

[@CJ23taylor-animales]

That is the most advanced drum set I've ever seen....

[@robertomaniscalco6032]

Jonathan Moffett ist der Beste Drummer im Universum....absolut der Beste......

[@starlightsign8666]

This…is….it! Bravo….encore….new to me are multi track vocals of Michael where each harmony is solo’d and then they’re all played together to full effect. It’s amazing to hear the individual lines and how they’re woven, and with this from you my cup overfloweth…x

[@beansrgd]

Dear Mr. Moffet, listening to you is my emotional therapy : for real it gets me away from the bad stuff / thank you for sharing your talent and spirit of joy with us. One ☝🏽 luv. ☮️

[@gregoryjohnson4745]

Wow. My son just brought me my phone with this playing..👀💯💪 A legend

[@KS-po3lg]

Only got love for Mr Michael Jackson and Mr Jonathan Moffett... Spirit is still alive and well in this World.. Respect from New Zealand 😊😊

[@ariannacossalter4339]

You are the best drummer in the world!!! I love you Jonathan!!!

[@Patrick-t4y]

Mr. Jonathan Moffett, The, BEST, drummer of all times in the world !!! An enormous STAR !!!

[@josueduenas2800]

Sugar foot knows how to make those drums and cymbals travel with sounds. story,dynamics,precision,groove! Love Jonathan Moffett.