Michael Jackson - SMOOTH CRIMINAL - Guitar Cover by Adam Lee

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

A million. Speechless. Forever thankful and humbled - you are all the most amazing supporters I could ever wish for. Thank you, everyone!

[@ryandando4228]

Adam Lee keep being great adam!

[@Aerocraft-mq1rn]

Its because you are one of the best guitarists on youtube.!

[@SANDEEPPALAKKAL]

Simply, you're worth it 💖💖💖⚘

[@jhay2004]

Bro that was ridiculous... I play... I have friends that play... I have friends that are audio engineers..... dude that was good shit!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@23bobjr]

only a million due to youtubes buggy trending algorithm

[@ToneHelix97]

10 years gone by, and still the gold standard for all smooth criminal covers! What a fantastic job

[@ouuuaburger2093]

12 years

[@Steph-tb1fh]

Slayed the song. Michael would be proud.

[@olivertucker1871]

he would

[@arnezruthless9619]

definatly 🤩👌

[@rosamwp]

HOLY MOTHER OF GOD THAT GUITAR SOLO WAS AMAZING AND WOW

[@loaa13]

Rose Pilon solos*

[@stevematthews4214]

Rose Pilon Totally agree.....dude wouldn’t have been out of place on stage with MJ

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

HALF A MILLION! This video has now hit half a million views! Thank you guys so much! That's a big deal for little 'ole me over here. I'm so thankful - I still can't believe how many times this has been watched. You guys are really incredible - I'm indebted to you for your support! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! :D

[@Alinrzv]

Ever since i listen this i go , bam .. yeahh .. hooo , all the Mj in me is coming out to light , i fucking go crazy on this sHIT ... Goooooooo Adam !!!!!! I'll promote this on facebook some day i promisse you !!

[@joeymoore1105]

WOW bro.......This is one of my fav MJ songs, and what you did with it is simply AMAZING.......

[@JixuanLIU]

Bravo! This is worth a hundred million more. I wonder what the hell is wrong with the 107 people who clicked on dislike..

[@jasonbeau6487]

Too talented you diserve it ;)

[@RonBurgundyTime]

+Adam Lee Belated congrats for the milestone =)

[@barnesfam]

I wish Michael could hear this. I think he would love it.

[@ivanbonsol6902]

Good stuff

[@MrMiskut]

Nah he would probably sue for rights of the video then put the lawsuit papers next to the Beatles masters haha 😂

[@fayyazshiraz8044]

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[@TheEchelon]

creepyguy Mike is not like that at all, maybe people from the record company would do that. Claiming revenue from youtube video is all they seem to be doing nowadays.

[@JeromeProductions]

creepyguy Michaels not like that. Remember Kanye West’s Billie Jean remix? Michael approved of that.

[@actionjvckson221]

Two words.. simply flawless! MJ would be proud to hear this.

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

I have a video, with 400,000 views on it. Give me a moment to get my head around that... Next milestone - half a million, on one video! That's a big deal for a little guitarist! Thank you all so, so much - this means a lot! Please hit the +1 button if you enjoy this one! New video cover of a huge hit on the way in the next few days!

[@ShlomoOvadya]

Adam! It's I, Shlomo Ovadya, your fellow in note! Friendly reminder, you are pure awesome. Boom.

[@MayankShakalya]

You always rock, Adam! Marvelous...

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Shlomo Ovadya Mayank Shakalya Thank you both so much - your kind words and support means a lot!

[@clin1392]

GREAT WORK! mate

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Barnzy Media Productions Thank you so much! Much appreciated! :)

[@whogivesafux]

any true MJ fan will instantly fall in love with this cover.

[@jkd1984]

This video has inspired to learn the guitar; ordered today and I will be starting to learn tomorrow :D AMAZING

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

These kinds of comments make me indescribably happy. Thank you so much! I wish you all the very best with your musical journey, and thanks for supporting my music!

[@jkd1984]

+Adam Lee Hi Adam, I want to learn to play MJ songs, should I buy a MJ chord book or find chords online? Not sure what's best way

[@iann8733]

The best way is listening to the song and playing the wrong notes until you find the right ones

[@Sevendogtags]

Hows it going? Still playing?

[@marvin6119]

man, i want these tabs

[@johnmccoy8593]

Everytime I hear this version of Smooth Criminal I hope you get a contract.

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

That's very kind of you, John - thanks so much! In all honesty, that would be a very nice thing! Haha. Thank you for your support!

[@arnezruthless9619]

Just an amazing artist who needs an album 🔥🔥🔥

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

What humbling words to read - I am so thankful, Shlomo! That is high praise, and really means the world to me. I'm just a little guy with a guitar, sat at home, putting up the odd video on KZbin, with a big dream. It's reading comments like this one, and those of all the incredible people that take the time to watch, that makes me feel as though it's not a dream worth giving up on. From one musician to another, I thank you sincerely. And yes, hope we meet in the future! Greetings from London!

[@jonrimert2220]

Honestly... How do you not have millions of subscribers just based off of this video?! This is my first time hearing your video, 10 years after upload.. I watched DOZENS of covers on KZbin, and none of them even came CLOSE to what you have created here. As if your extraordinary tone, phrasing, and overall ability to capture the essence of MJ's jam wasn't enough, your editing skills and humble demeanor just blew me away. I've got this on repeat now, and can't stop listening. I've been playing guitar on and off for over 15 years and feel like I hit a wall, so I lose motivation to play.. every once in a blue moon I come across a guitar player that lights my fire to play for hours on end.. I can't tell you how happy I am that I found this video 💜 for real, thank you for creating such a masterpiece and being such a humble person as well - truly gives me hope for humanity in this cruel world.

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

This was the kindest thing I've read in ages - thank you so much, Jon. I truly appreciate the encouragement and kind words, and I'm so glad you have enjoyed this video. It's made me want to make more! Hopefully I'll get some time to make something new at some point. Thank you for your kind words - they have really lifted me today! 🧡

[@jonrimert2220]

I can't stop listening! Instantly subbed 😂 It is seriously giving me chills every time I listen. You know that feeling you get when you're fully immersed in a jam - eyes closed, picturing your fingers gliding across fretboard, and each note resonates with you? That's this. Every second of this jam is that, and that's SO hard to find. The only time I've take over the past hour or 2 since listening to this for the first time has been to explore more of your videos. Your tributes to B.B. King, John Mayer, and Craig David are each phenomenal in their own ways as well. I loved finding out who influenced your playing style, and where you got your passion from, because it shines through so much in this video. You've got such raw talent! I truly hope you continue making more content, and I genuinely look forward to catching them when you get around to it. Sincerely, thank you for reigniting my passion to pick it up the guitar and challenge myself again. Anyway, thank you for the response - stay humble and take care of yourself 💜

[@makeindiagreatagain582]

@@AdamLeeGuitarist Hey, I want to let you know that your give in to me is my favorite guitar video in the world. I mean, in the entire world. There's nothing that can top that.

[@mikelarson5255]

8 years later an still the best cover I’ve experienced! Hats off to you!! 🤙🙏👌

[@matturo7262]

I love this cover of this song it's the best I've heard so far and that guitar solo though just wow

[@hsgnr]

Years ago, you inspired me to play the guitar with this video. I haven't watched it since, I don't know, 2015 maybe. Still gave me goosebumps. You rock bro!! I hope you're doing fine these days :)

[@potatokilla01]

3:09 best part

[@anthonypny2766]

Still here after 11 years ! It’s still so incredible

[@Tipichno]

Started learning the guitar 1 month ago. If I can get just half as good as you it would be a dream come true! GJ!

[@ascentiall]

Sooo how’s it going?

[@elizabethaguilar3809]

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[@omerso2030-zh5qq]

1:08 this part is so good!!!!!!

[@zacklokman7333]

Wow! This is the best cover of a song that I have seen on the internet in my entire life! Love the improvising of the voice of MJ using the guitar! I am a huge fan of MJ and would love if you put a lesson up on how you played this! Thanks for the vid! Keep up the good work!

[@jossieftheguitarist4677]

I'm not joking when I say this is the best guitar cover I have ever seen!!!

[@ju_mappelle_le_blu_sacre]

Ooo... gave me chills at the end...

[@haala_br8396]

2:50 wow!!!!!!

[@Optimus313]

Awesome purely awesome.This is one of my favorite MJ songs ever and you did a great job

[@Juanthemtg]

Criminally smooth

[@yusufAA7]

I love. All your Michael Jackson's cover You're the best MJ forever

[@naelqaisi884]

that solo n all the screaming at the ending are outstanding... thnx dude... RIP MJ

[@panoschr8723]

Yeahhhhhhhhh brooooooooooo! keep up dat good jobbb!! you' re freacking awesoomeeeee!! AOWWWWWWW

[@monserratblanco5132]

Michael Jackson realy you

[@LaCasadelTaichoro]

Michael Jackson I knew you were still alive :v

[@fhfhtrgw459]

WOOOOW!!! MICHAEL :OOOO!!! :D

[@kovelli6711]

La Casa del Taichoro he isn’t alive

[@GoldenStoic]

If u r still alive then reply to my reply

[@malaak8747]

As soon as you mention michael I could see how much you live this amazing human being. I thank you for loving michael , and I thank michael for being in our lives

[@ukrainewarfootage2023]

To be honest, I've never ever liked a single cover of a Michael Jackson song except Smooth Criminal by Alien Ant Farm. But I'm definitely adding this (along with the other covers of yours) to my list of covers I do like. Super work, MJ would be proud!

[@HollieSavesBees]

What about Dirty Diana by shamans harvest?

[@LC00547]

Check out Dirty Diana by Evanescence.

[@CJTranceAddiction]

Lol the one cover you liked of his song is actually TERRIBLE to me. Yikes, I thought they ruined it.

[@hapandora7956]

I have heard this cover 8 years ago and I have just remembered it and searched it to hear it again. This how much talent you have

[@charlie75744]

Adam,you are amazing!I just love all your guitar covers...especially MJ's. :) keep it up,and don't forget that there are people who appreciate your work!

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Dragica Miloradovic You just gave me massive motivation. Sometimes I wonder if this channel has potential beyond videos that did well, from years past (like this one). But if there are even a small handful of viewers who want me to make more videos, that's all the love I could ever wish for. Thank you so much, and thank you for your awesome support! :)

[@Boss3n]

Adam Lee Truly gifted. I also play guitar and have been playing for 16 years so I know what I'm talking about :) There are few players on KZbin who can match you! Keep it up!

[@LuneyTune72]

The thing that makes this video great is that it's visually captivating, unlike most guitar videos of people doing covers. Great editing, sound, video quality, and of course performance.

[@Axsteroids]

"loafers with the white socks... loafers with the white socks"

[@MemeLorde777]

Alex Tambascio bruhhhh😂😂😂

[@violetgarette6609]

Armband...

[@KICKASS698]

LMFAOO!!! That is where I came from lookin for this version

[@onlyamos4436]

Still a banger like when I first heard this rendition , 12 years later! Awesome!

[@yasmirorf3816]

you deserve a trophy for this

[@freak76610]

Dear Adam, I'm glad to see this video has reached the billion. This is so much deserved. Years are passing by, it has been 5 years now that I follow you. When I felt like giving up to learn the guitar, I just watched some of your covers and it reminded me why I did first buy a guitar. I'm not even close to play something barely similar to this even after such a long time of learning. And I won't probably even by able to. But as long as you keep on making music, I guess I'm alright with this. Thank you again for the kind comments you wrote on my covers, it meant the world to me, and even more. My best regards, you ( guitar ) hero.

[@VictorManuel-pb8ti]

Genio, Ese solo = Orgasmo Musical :)

[@priahhh]

Possibly the best thing I have ever heard. I cant stop listening man your amazing.

[@QuistJam]

Loving it Adam Lee - great playing! Can I ask a tedious question... what software did you use for the vid? Diggin the split screen etc!!

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

QuistJam Thanks so much, Jacob! Means a lot coming from you! And sure - pretty much every edit video on my channel was done in Adobe Premiere Pro! Hope that helps, and hope you're doing well! :)

[@rambo9122]

Adam lee is a smooth Criminal wit those fingers_

[@martingaray14]

Damn that PRS sounds hot! Nice playing

[@cjleavitt17]

I remember I made a comment awhile ago how you inspired me to have interest in guitar. Thank you Adam. I'm now working on being a guitar teacher

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

This means a huge amount to me. Thank you for the incrdible support, and thank you for continuing to teach and inspire others, too!

[@katydubs219]

This is really UNDERRATED

[@greatwhitederp]

Listened in 1080p, with HD headphones, 100% volume and bass turned up all the way for that backing.....NO REGRETS, amazing dude :D

[@ethansretro]

R.I.P King of pop Michael Jackson 😭

[@debzi6]

Love how u really focus on the raw emotion in the song and add to it in your own way.. love it

[@neilsundar3973]

u should deserve more subscribers

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Thanks, Neil! If every person that watched this video subscribed, that would be a huge help! Thanks for the support! :)

[@neilsundar3973]

Also i really liked your beyonce halo song

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Thanks so much, neil sundar! Much appreciated!

[@in585]

Adam Lee your music touches heart.God Bless...

[@MaherAlMalek]

man man man maaaaaaaan !! that's awwwwwwwwwsuummmm

[@riverwelch7391]

wow. You are one hell of a guitarist. You know how to make those solos really scream for you.

[@marinabecker4092]

now i wanna learn e guitar😍

[@slayapenguin115]

Here I am 12 years later still enjoying this cover and wishing I could figure out Adams’s tone!

[@GameM4ster]

Dude killer cover! Had to use the PRS on this one because of the high pitch, huh? What year is it, man?

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Thanks so much! That means a lot! And not particularly, no - I don't think I really used the last two frets much. Just the high note towards the end I guess, but with a stretch, that's manageable on a 22-fret guitar, too, I think! :) I just used it because it's the tone I favour these days, really. And the guitar has been in my hands since 2009, but was built in 2008. It just lay in the shop a while waiting for me to pick it up, I guess haha. Thank you for your support! :)

[@GameM4ster]

Yeah it's a really nice PRS, man. I really enjoyed this cover so no problem! I play guitar a little, too.

[@pavelnovak3414]

You can play/sing Michael ... unbelieveble!!!

[@brenbutter2974]

i might be drunk, but you look like bruno mars

[@leynayaya6982]

I think your drunk

[@zack19862008]

One of the most beautifully emotive pieces i've ever seen - a fantastic tribute!

[@vyletsinger3887]

1958- forever

[@georgeofdajungle4131]

Eliza Winchester actually he dead bro

[@ShlomoOvadya]

Adam, I have had the good fortune of playing music with some fantastic world-class musicians, and I like to think I have very high standards for what I consider "virtuosity", but you claim everyone of them easily. You are quickly becoming one of my favorite guitarists, and I think, you deserve top tier in the world status, and I look forward to the day we meet on the road of music. Keep up the great work brother, we are all very proud of you!

[@jacobsalucop4243]

The Moonwalker Forever!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AlejandroLopez-hl7uk]

next week i'll do a little concert as metal lead guitarist, and, in my entire life i've never seen such amazing and beautiful way to play guitar... so pretty sound and so easy (to see not to play). From Spain: YOU ARE AMAZINGLY THE BEST

[@ychevarrias]

2:45 the moment when I throw up a rainbow!!!

[@MarceloBarbosagtr]

Really great

[@goycman]

Парень сам на Майкла смахивает :)

[@Radgorn]

Я тоже сразу обратил на это внимание.

[@piaflores4830]

i love to watch it over and over again not only because i'm an MJ fan but i love Adam Lee play that version!!! yeah rock on!!

[@farazchaudhry4811]

I always wanted to learn to play the guitar growing up and for certain reasons never managed to. just bought a guitar at 27 and learning by myself via KZbin. was looking at guitar covers of MJ and this is fucking insane. absolutely amazing. I'm a massive MJ fan and this would make him proud. currently on train home and have this cover on repeat. amazing hopefully I can be as good as you

[@pcfaulkner]

God bless Michael jackson this has got to be one of the best tune's in history!

[@TheGloveR6]

Great! I have now listened to all your Michael Jackson Songs! I wish you could do more. Human Nature and Dirty Diana are my favorits!

[@danieltallott2857]

Its criminal how smooth this is

[@LlamaDrama142]

Dude...jesus...you may just have the single best guitar cover of this song on all of youtube. Bar none.

[@DJMaxxxBG]

man ,u put a smile on my face when u playing...u make me proud with the hummanity that there is so creative people!!!!

[@FaensOldemor]

The part after the solo gives me goosebumps every time!

[@rocket455]

Sir, you are an effin' LEGEND. THANK YOU, and please don't stop doing what you do. Greetings from San Diego, CA.

[@gzo2498]

I just can’t stop watching this,WOW

[@digiresh]

Still feel fresh, listening to ur performance. Amazing. All time favorite

[@kaustav08]

Greatest tribute to Michael in my opinion....absolute genius

[@jayakiran3539]

Words can't describe my feeling .. All I can is that its mad👍👍👍 you making the guitar sing💞💞💞

[@misunderstoodninja]

Ladies and Gents, Adam Lee on guitar!!!

[@Dexaebalvs]

Hello Adam. I have watched all your MJ covers and this song right here is simply mind blowing !!! I am not an expert of music from an artistic point of view, but Michael Jackson is my reference artist ever since I was a toddler, so I know his music inside out. Your cover for Smooth Criminal actually enriches the original song. The melody has already been taken to a superb height by MJ, but your addition of guitar doesn't just render Michael's voice unnecessary, but takes the song to a whole new level. I am astonished, I keep coming back to your rendition and I am blown away every time. You are a great artist, thank you for enriching Michael's music to the world ! Chapeau bas!

[@farazchaudhry4811]

I dont usually write comments but on this occasion i had to. ive always wanted to learn to play the guitar growing up and for certain reasons never managed to. just bought a guitar at 27 and learning by myself via KZbin. was looking at guitar covers of MJ and this is fucking insane. absolutely amazing. I'm a massive MJ fan and this would make him proud. currently on train home and have this cover on repeat. amazing hopefully I can be as good as you

[@SquareheadHQ]

I can’t stop listening to this AWESOMENESS

[@gertrudegwanchele2382]

DUUUUDE still the best in 2018 .Bravooo! Michael is too proud of you!

[@AdamLeeGuitarist]

Gertrude Gwanchele Means a lot, Gertrude - thank you! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@gertrudegwanchele2382]

Adam Lee Keep up with the great work , you should do a “stranger in moscow “ cover .Can’t wait 🙂

[@isaiahj.m.g8576]

Yow adam ur an amazing guitarist men....my parents r musician my dad play guitar and my mom plays sax and I play piano sometime us a hobby and I have a great desire towards guitar.....when I saw some of ur micheal videos u rocked even better that the original and gaved me a good motivation......keep it up bro coz music brings joy and happines

[@andapen]

**** Adam, No joke, I watch this everyday! Actually the'e best guitarist on KZbin! So much passion and tone! Inspirational ****

[@Surgeon0205]

Adam, you are making the most beautiful covers on MJ. The tone of your guitar is absolutely fanctastic. Hope to see more video from you. Best regards from Russia !!!

[@hans3835]

I saw many good guitarist over KZbin but you're awesome!

[@I6LOVE6GAMING6]

This may very well be the coolest thing I have ever seen in my entire life.

[@erickrada0]

Is possible another guitarrist in world could do a So amazing guitar solo like that? I don't think so. You're awesome man. Keep like that. Thumb up for this guy!

[@freak76610]

Adam Lee, Considering Michael's taste for music, i'm pretty sure if he had saw dis while he was still living, he would have moved heaven and earth to have you as his guitarist. No doubt about it. Def. 100%.

[@malaak8747]

Totally agree

[@freak76610]

malak D Doing some cover with much less talent, check out my channel if you want to. Cheers

[@malaak8747]

Guitar Covers Inc. You are talented too my dear, just checked and loving the "I took a Phil in a biza " cover You did so good there, keep working hard. U guys are good yet so humble Hoping one day I get to play my fav songs too

[@freak76610]

No doubt you'll reach your goal. Work, patience and passion, that's all you need. Subscribe if you wanna hear some more. Hit me back when you release a cover, i'll surely check it out.

[@elanimist1]

You really love this, I FEEL YOU❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@r2sleepio]

Good job man. I've been following you for some years. I'm sure you hear this a lot and certainly don't need another random internet person to mention it, but there is something special about your interpretation. I put it down to a combination of phenomenal craftsmanship, raw talent and deep empathy. I feel this.

[@sohailsaha7427]

It can't get better than this!!

[@DirtyAnnieJean]

All your michael jackson covers are amazing

[@tomaroll7676]

Wow wow wow & wow!!!! This is amazing!!!!!!! Great!!! I want to hear it 24/7!!!!!

[@DaniDani-zj2sf]

Formidable! Extremely talented .. I hope you come to Brazil to play guitar for Brazilian fans!

[@rafiulhasanzahin4324]

You are a pure legend

[@randallfisher3167]

Dude! You play with so much feel. AWESOME!!

[@McCannah]

Michael Jackson would be proud of this amazing cover Adam

[@shadyj5]

Just PERFECT