"Smooth Criminal" is a song originally performed by Michael Jackson in 1987. However, Alien Ant Farm, an American rock band, released a cover of the song in 2001. Alien Ant Farm's version of "Smooth Criminal" gained significant popularity and chart success, bringing renewed attention to the song.
Alien Ant Farm's cover of "Smooth Criminal" features a heavier rock sound compared to the original, with elements of alternative and nu-metal. The music video for their version also gained attention, as it paid homage to Jackson's original video and included references to his iconic dance moves.
The cover by Alien Ant Farm became their most successful single, reaching high positions on the charts in several countries. It remains one of their signature songs and is often associated with the band.
9 июл 2023