Singer's Impressed Reaction to Beat It by Michael Jackson

[@Milkers777]

With Thriller Album, Michael Jackson was the first black artist to have videos aired on MTV and that helped other black music artists to gain mainstream recognition. The popularity of his videos, such as "Beat It" and "Billie Jean", helped to place the young channel "on the map" and MTV's focus shifted in favor of pop and R&B. Michael Jackson transformed the medium of music videos/short films into an art form and promotional tool through the use of complex story lines, dance routines, special effects and cameo appearances by well known personalities etc. MJ Is The Greatest Music Artist To Ever Live The King Of Music Truly Forever!🙌🏽👑💝🔥✨💯(Also The Red Jacket Is Absolutely Legendary,Truly Iconic MJ’s Fashion Sense Is Unmatched! And Fun Fact: This was my absolute first time ever discovering Michael Jackson My Idol Ever! The moment I seen him in the Beat It Music Video is the moment I became a lifetime Moonwalker for eternity)

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and story! It's very fascinating stuff!

[@Milkers777]

@@JeffreyHackReacts My pleasure brotha!

[@jackyfriedman1963]

Agree. King of Pop and best dancer. His voice is awesome. He's like Voiceplay and Geoff. Never puts out a bad song or video. Love them all.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

There are more Michael Jackson reactions coming to the channel soon! 😁

[@ronsbrat525]

@@JeffreyHackReacts Cool 😎

[@ayaanbretmitchell9830]

The dance move of MJ in the hallway is deeply iconic. Remember there was nothing like this around at the time. Storytelling in a music video. Was 5 when this was released and it was my favourite song for years and years. That dance segment at the end was always great even back in 1984.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'm very happy I could make an entertaining reaction for you 😁

[@Bow503]

Omg the new restored version in 4k is Absolutely stunning. With Thriller 40 we got 'beat it*, thriller* and soon Billie jean* in high resolution . The colors the face expressions, you can se so much Detail, the texture of clothes. Awesome 😎😎😎😎. Can't wait when they will give us Billie jean restored.

[@WineSippingCowboy]

Written by Michael Jackson. All-star 🌟 band. Late Eddie van Halen on guitar solo, Greg Philinganes on keyboards, members of Toto David Paich and Steve Porcaro on keyboards and the late Jeff Porcaro on drums. This song is legendary 🙌

[@philherman8633]

I remember MJ brought 80 real members of the deadly rival gangs; Bloods and Crips together for the video to try to garner peace. Not sure if it worked but kinda doubt it lasted.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Interesting!

[@Luvumj2]

Yes thank you.

[@Calmontheoutside]

The role of MJ in music videos (content, length, quality) as well as getting MTV to play black artists is fundamental, enormous. It also can’t be understated what a big deal it was when MJ put out a new video in this period. Thriller was hyped for weeks and was in every kid’s calendar. You could hear a pin drop outside the first time it aired because everyone was in front of their tv.

[@IK_4]

I was a little girl when this video came out, and till this day, this is one of my top favorite videos of his. I feel sad for people who didn't grow up in this era.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

It's a great music video, for sure! I believe there are still younger generations that actively listen to his music 😊 Afterall, he is the king of Pop!

[@yulun9954]

Michael Jackson is the best forever

[@BV9429]

West side story came out in 1961 because I remember in high school our teacher that was his favorite movie and he used to show it to us in class 24/7..... How's the freshman in high school and that was back in 2009 and yes Michael Jackson theme this video from that story West side story which is pretty neat and amazing

[@catsara9114]

Yes, Michael loved WESTSIDE STORY! It also influenced his BAD short film.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

That explains a lot! Thanks for your comment.

[@LoriPeace]

A couple of points here: This video was actually choreographed by Michael Peters, who also is the fighter in the white outfit. He also choreographed Michael Jackson's Thriller. Yes, MJ was an amazing dancer, no doubt about it, and I'm sure he and Peters collaborated on this choreography, but I think it says a lot about MJ that he was open to working with different choreographers and learning from them, as well as putting his own moves into his videos. Second thing -- did you hear that guitar riff at the beginning of the fight scene? That was Eddie Van Halen, one of the best hard rock guitarists around. Final note -- if you liked this video, you've got to see Weird Al Yankovich's parody "Eat It" -- hilarious! Thoroughly enjoyed your reaction -- new subscriber!

[@hughfuller8416]

Dance battle solves everything

[@beckiramsey9561]

Love this video also, again so talented! I love how they choreographed the fighting then he got them to ‘make up’ and they dance together!❤️❤️ Yeah, definitely West Side Story vibes!!

[@lmmjm10377]

Please more Mj reaction. Please react to Michael Jackson smooth criminal music video. It’s in my opinion THE greatest music video in history 🙏🏼

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I'll definitely look into it! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Carol-dq8nj]

Great reaction!! Not sure if you noticed that as the video is ending and panning out we see this is movie on the screen of a drive in theater! Not many people notice that but I’m thinking you might have since you are a filmmaker. But if not there’s a little nugget for you. Enjoy the day.

[@yulun9954]

That’s my favorite song when I was 2 , now I’m 12, heal the world is my favorite song

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Very cool!

[@modi84]

I like your input here, hope you do Smooth Criminal.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Thank you! Smooth Criminal will eventually show up on the channel!

[@thairaism]

Please react to MJ Human Nature live Wembley 1988 p.s. Beat it came out 1982, part of the Thriller album which turns 40 this November. Fun fact: MJ is only 20th century artist (had his peak in 80s/90s) who currently has 26million followers of KZbin and growing, he has surpassed most current popular artists like SIA, Beyonce, Chris Brown, Kendrick, Lady Gaga.. list goes on, and isn't far behind Drake and Weeknd. He also has generated more views on his KZbin than some current artists. Also recently became the only artist in history to have multiple platinum and diamond albums and songs.. KING

[@ryanje8147]

Awesome.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

😁

[@jackiegoodspeed1849]

At the time, dance was a form of " fighting." Using creativity through dance in competition to your rival. Lot better than today where everyone just shoots each other.

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Right... I prefer dance fighting than actual fighting 😅

[@jackiegoodspeed1849]

@@JeffreyHackReacts Our generation did too.

[@onicamatidze5547]

SA in de house

[@Calmontheoutside]

Yes West Side Story. And West Side Story got it from Romeo and Juliet.

[@geminiflame_]

Have u checked out Earth Song by him yet?? I just discovered u and I'm about to binge through your videos, prob should have before I asked🤣🤣

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

Hi there! One, thank you for binging my videos! Two, I just started reacting to Michael Jackson music videos on this channel. So, more will be coming, but it'll take a little bit of time for my reactions to release on this channel.

[@geminiflame_]

@@JeffreyHackReacts alright thanks, I shall stay tuned!👏🏾💯🇳🇦💃🏾

[@didichannel5815]

The dance moves✨..Uhm can you make a reaction to one of his music videos “Remember the time” by Michael Jackson.. I'm sure you will like the music video 😊

[@Majin_Lee]

3:22 is that a real question???

[@girlette]

React to more MJ!

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

I plan on it 😁

[@NightFogFilms]

Check out Weird Al's spoof "EAT IT"

[@JeffreyHackReacts]

😂