IT'S AN ANTI-VIOLENCE SONG?! First Time Reaction To Michael Jackson - Beat It!

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🎤 About Michael Jackson:
Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop, was a groundbreaking artist whose influence spanned across genres and generations. "Beat It," a standout track from his iconic album "Thriller," is renowned not just for its catchy beat and innovative music video, but also for its powerful message against violence. Featuring the legendary guitar solo by Eddie Van Halen, this song is a perfect blend of rock and pop elements.
Join us as we watch Michael Jackson’s "Beat It" for the first time! Known for its compelling anti-violence message and a groundbreaking music video that brought together rival groups through the power of music and dance, "Beat It" is one of Jackson’s most acclaimed works. Watch our reaction to discover how this song combines an important social message with unforgettable music.
🎵 What to Expect in This Video:
First Impressions: Our immediate reactions to the song's energetic vibe and the visual impact of the music video.
Musical Elements: Analysis of the fusion of rock and pop, highlighted by Eddie Van Halen's iconic guitar solo.
Lyric Interpretation: A deep dive into the lyrics and their significance in promoting peace and discouraging street violence.
Cultural Impact: Discussing the role "Beat It" played in shaping '80s music and its lasting influence on pop culture.
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We’re a couple fascinated by the stories and messages behind iconic music hits. Join us as we explore powerful songs that not only shaped the music industry but also conveyed significant social messages.
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@lizardking430 4 месяца назад

Solo is Eddie, main guitar riff is Steve Lukather

@Mister_Samsonite 4 месяца назад

The story of Eddie getting the phone call from Quincy Jones to play on this is hilarious! Allegedly there was an agreement amongst the members of VH that they couldn't receive payment for playing on someone else's song, unless they ran it by the other band members. That's why Eddie received no payment or album credit for playing on it.

@HRConsultant_Jeff 4 месяца назад

Yeah the story that Steve tells is pretty interesting with Rick Beato..

@RonNaeve 4 месяца назад

@@Mister_Samsonite I had heard recently that Eddie asked for a case of beer as payment.

@tonybarqs7804 4 месяца назад

Exactly.... in fact TOTO members had very big parts of this huge hit...Lukather played lead guitar riffs, Jeff Porcaro on drums and Steve Porcaro on synth

@janleonard3101 4 месяца назад

Lukather also played the bass guitar part. All the guitar work except for the EVH solo was his. And the story of how Eddie somehow cut the synching part of the tape and Luke and Jeff Porcaro had to scramble to fix it is pretty crazy.

@chop3625 4 месяца назад

He was extremely gifted. A talent overload.

@Theghua1 4 месяца назад

Very I’m just amazed how many generations have come after us those who were there . We were de teens when thus song came out . Much if de 80’s s we were de teens of dat era . we are de Jackson’s and all de 80’s sings . I’m surprised many have not heard especially looking at how gruel these folks look , wow . They were too young to know him . Das was amazing .

@Theghua1 4 месяца назад

Man I was 13 when it came out by 14 15 we were dancing to it . Especially me in Africa I was his best imitator in high school . It was fun that era . 1982-85 before this album simmered down . Michael was de most famous person maybe and Reagan that cowboy us president we cared less about him

@Theghua1 4 месяца назад

When I see these types of videos das when it hits me that my generation we getting old . It’s just like when those teens i of de 60’s dealing with Elvis and Beatles and all de 60’s love sings Frankie farian etc . And we were coming up in de 90’s and have to discover those songs . It’s same .

@Mare_bear738 4 месяца назад

I've always loved this song! Michael Jackson ruled and still does! ...my 20 yr old grandson listens to him and loves his music.

@InstigatorDJ 4 месяца назад

The guitar solo is insane. Timeless.

@chaddubois8164 2 месяца назад

Perfect.

@Lv80WoWmage 14 дней назад

In my opinion best guitar solo Ever.

@ElectroT0y 4 месяца назад

Fun fact: Michael Jackson was so popular that he was able to command that none of the background dancers get violent. They were ALL real gang members. And they obeyed him. Also, Weird Al Yankovich does a really great (and funny) parody called Eat It.

@dancingwheels8494 4 месяца назад

The background dancers weren't the gang members. The gang members were the extras in the background. But yes, there were rival gang members on set.

@Snyper1405 4 месяца назад

Point being there was no drama on set of how big michael was@@dancingwheels8494

@Theghua1 2 месяца назад

@@ElectroT0y das what I heard he used real bangers or lA. Coded gangsters . Ruff guys of de 80’s .?

@lizbrown6943 2 месяца назад

Money not Jackson had control. Pedophile played White people.

@User-gi9te 2 месяца назад

@@dancingwheels8494No actually some of the background dancers were gang members, that’s why they’re so bad at dancing

@DanielFrost21 4 месяца назад

From "Thriller", the best selling album of all-time.

@kerry-j4m 4 месяца назад

The Thriller album made MJ a national super star.

@freebandz4332 4 месяца назад

@@kerry-j4mglobal megastar*

@matthewdrake4385 4 месяца назад

Two fun facts about this song: 1. When Eddie Van Halen recorded his guitar solo for the song, he chose not to be paid for it. He pretty much recorded it as a favor to Quincy Jones, because EVH was a big Motown fan. 2. Most of the musicians, other than Eddie, were studio musicians that are part of the band Toto. Toto won the Grammy Award for album of the year in 83, MJ won the same award the following year. It's crazy to realize that you guys had no idea of how huge MJ was in the 80s. Think about this: his music was playing on the pop charts and r&b charts at least hourly and you couldn't escape watching his music videos on MTV. He helped raise the standard for music videos . Oh and oh yeah, he was only about 25 when this hit big. So he already had been performing on a big stage for about 15 years , thanks to his Jackson 5 years.

@a2zstuff4sale70 26 дней назад

Eddie did not do as a favor, he actually did not want his band mates to find out he was working with Michael (a pop star)

@yannhollister9091 4 месяца назад

You can't look away from him, he was so charismatic. Michael was always giving 110% of himself every single time, this is why he is the king

@slashgg1501 4 месяца назад

i disagree...the GOAT of the pop music was and always will be Prince....who in addition to doing everything MJ did on stage, he wrote, produced and played his music

@20luftballons 4 месяца назад

Yesss!!! MJ is such a legend. Such an unmatched talent.

@dgoat2427 4 месяца назад

@@slashgg1501Stop it 😂I love Prince but he not fw Mj he literally did the same shit prince did he jus didn’t as many instruments he produced his own shit if it wasn’t for Mj there wouldn’t be no Prince on MTV only one person has the King of Pop title and it’s Michael Jackson

@slashgg1501 4 месяца назад

@@dgoat2427 mate MJ did not produced his music in his prime like Prince did.Prince was the complete package 😜😜

@dgoat2427 4 месяца назад

@@slashgg1501 Prince literally only played instruments that’s all he got on Mj Mike the better singer,performer he still has the best selling album of all time ion see nobody sayin they wanna be the next Prince but everybody wanna be the next Mj and Mj didn’t need to play instruments to entertain all he needed was himself

@bobbyball77 4 месяца назад

This is one of those songs I can never get tired of hearing. The lyrics are fantastic, the music has a great beat and of course Eddie's solo just puts it over the top. Great pick for a reaction

@m-arky66 3 месяца назад

Thriller album was a present at Xmas in 82, wore the vinyl out nearly.

@TOPCHEF19733 4 месяца назад

Eddie did the solo without any song credits or royalties.When the others members of Van Halen found out they made fun of him about it,especially when it topped at number 1.On one of Michael Jackson's tours Eddie joined on stage to play it

@Godric_71 4 месяца назад

It's crazy because you know it's Eddie playing. His unmistakable sound can't be denied

@janleonard3101 4 месяца назад

It was talked up so much at the time though. That's the thing I really remember when this came out the radio DJs and maybe Casey Kasem talking about Eddie playing on this track. And I remember that it was very much unexpected to hear that kind of guitar solo on a song from an artist who had been known for Motown, R&B and disco. It really was groundbreaking and set a precedent for mixing genres which was apparently what Quincy Jones set out to do and succeeded wildly.

@dancingwheels8494 4 месяца назад

@@janleonard3101 Mixing genres was Michael's chief objective,

@davidnorman4923 4 месяца назад

He is credited on the album liner notes!

@jasminew8835 4 месяца назад

Michael jackson - rock with you That'd be a nice reaction

@mr.o6240 4 месяца назад

I could think of at least a dozen Michael Jackson songs that would be great.

@ricardohardy7696 3 месяца назад

Could start with Video Greatest Hits - HIStory

@williamshoven 4 месяца назад

Michael Jackson - Man In The Mirror (Official Video)

@PML78 4 месяца назад

😢... RIP MJ 🐐

@hughfuller8416 4 месяца назад

Dance battle solves everything.

@tj5579 4 месяца назад

*Choreographed dance battle

@hughfuller8416 4 месяца назад

@@tj5579 fair enough.

@stonemills1546 4 месяца назад

If only real gangs solved their issuses like this.

@garyarnett1220 4 месяца назад

Absolutely, just ask Star Lord

@Kai2times 4 месяца назад

@@stonemills1546we do I just finished a dance battle 5min ago.💯

@RoGueNavy 4 месяца назад

He did a song called "Dirty Diana" that featured Billy Idol's guitarist, Steve Stevens.

@Akumaten1 4 месяца назад

Eddie Van Halen came up with the solo and did the solo( he asked not to be credited). Steve Lutherka played the riff, however, MICHAEL JACKSON came up with the riff for Steve to play( As told by Steve himself).

@Mike.L.6528 4 месяца назад

& The Thriller album was filled with hits.. duet with Paul McCartney “Say, Say, Say”; “Human Nature”; “PYT”.

@PML78 4 месяца назад

His OFF THE WALL was just as big but THRILLER trumped it... that man had the midas touch RIP MJ 🙏🏽

@matthewdrake4385 4 месяца назад

Say Say Say was on Paul's album not Thriller.

@tuijakarttunen9164 3 месяца назад

I think this is the coolest music video ever. And the song is fantastic. The beat, the guitar, his voice and his moves. Pure star power.

@danielcoa2189 4 месяца назад

You guys need to give some love to Janet too. She also ventured into rock with 'Black Cat'.

@Kagawongdog1 4 месяца назад

They did use some actual gang members in the video. You should watch Weird Al's Eat It video while this one is still fresh in your mind

@truckrboat 4 месяца назад

Actual gang members from the infamous Bloods and Crips gangs of LA in the video because Michael wanted the realism in his anti gang video.

@gigi-ij1hk 3 месяца назад

Also because they were shooting in South Central so instead of telling the gang members to (ahem) beat it, they just invited them to be in the video. They are not the ones dancing though!

@lookinforthe70s 4 месяца назад

Michael Jackson- Billie Jean: Motown 25. I think this performance made him into the icon he is.

@visarr 4 месяца назад

It was the only thing people talked about the next day. The first time we saw the moonwalk. People hurt themselves trying to do it.

@tj7264 4 месяца назад

The guy in the white with the Sunglasses is Michael Peters. He was the choreographer for the video

@karlsmith2570 4 месяца назад

And he also was co-choreographer for the music video for "Thriller"

@freebandz4332 4 месяца назад

Co-choreographer along with MJ.

@joelscottarnold3262 4 месяца назад

Again, the impact Jackson had on not only music, but popular culture could never be ignored. He is absolutely electric here. The red jacket would become iconic in the 1980’s. This was a staple on MTV along with Billie Jean, and altered the format for the music channel going forward. MTV initially refused to play Jackson because his music wasn’t considered “rock” ( many would argue there were racial biases, and I’m not downplaying that ) so Sony Music threatened to pull all talent on their roster from MTV. Needless to say, MTV put Jackson into heavy rotation, and the rest is music history.

@leescott8412 4 месяца назад

Even though you're reacting to the video, guarantee everybody's just watching the MJ video, that's how charismatic MJ is.

@gregyaklin5980 4 месяца назад

Eddie played the solo, and Steve Lukather did the rhythm guitar, and bass guitar. Jeff Porcaro played drums. Both are from Toto. They are A list studio musicians. Eddie had an agreement with Michael to do the solo as long as Eddie could rearrange the music to fit his solo.

@slashgg1501 4 месяца назад

Correct.....although I suspect that all members of TOTO played the entire album

@Crazychick64 4 месяца назад

@@slashgg1501Steve Porcaro wrote the song Human Nature

@jerrybragg1523 4 месяца назад

Eddie rearranged it and then told Michael about it and Michael loved the change

@randomhockeyguy9149 4 месяца назад

@@jerrybragg1523 That is correct. Eddie showed up that day to do his take, listened to the song, and rearranged some of it. When Michael came in, Ed said hope you don't mind I changed the song a bit. Michael loved it. Ed did two takes and told them to pick the best one. The problem with what Ed did though, is he spliced into the recordings to do his rearrangements, so Lukather had to go back and re-record his guitar parts. The ironic thing is, Van Halen's album 1984 was their highest charting album at the time, at #2. It was only topped by Thriller, which Ed had a hand in beating out his own band. You can find an interview with Ed and LL Cool J on CNN (Ed played 2 tracks on an LL album in the 2000s) talking about the Beat It stuff, and interviews with Lukather talking about Ed cutting the master recordings and Steve having to re-record his parts.

@jerrybragg1523 4 месяца назад

@@randomhockeyguy9149 , yep, I've seen it. Kinda funny in hindsight. Lol

@harpergras 4 месяца назад

An all-time classic song by the legend himself.

@ajschroetlin2196 4 месяца назад

Mike was, is, and will always be the pinnacle of pop music.

@Reese8531 Месяц назад

With Prince right behind

@AlanKenny-y8e 4 месяца назад

Now you're familiar with this song, take a look at Weird Al Yankovic's version, which is called 'Eat It'

@KD-cd2ck 4 месяца назад

The title “King of Pop” is short for King of Pop, Rock, and Soul

@sabrenas7895 4 месяца назад

MJ Earth Song & They Don’t Care About Us both great!!😊

@carrisonvaughn1671 4 месяца назад

MJ was the smoothest yet most aggressive artist ever. For him to approach singing and dancing with such aggression set him apart. 1 of 1.

@SachaDeeen 4 месяца назад

wonderful music video and reaction...more MJ

@Motivation-Special 4 месяца назад

the true king of music

@ericc8705 4 месяца назад

Music videos were really just beginning to hit the scene when Michael Jackson hit the charts with "Beat It" ... many artists at the time were only barely figuring out how to use the medium of music videos ... and Michael took to it like a duck to water. He'd been performing on-stage with his brothers throughout his childhood in the Jackson 5 and already understood theatricality in the presentation of his songs & performances. He was a natural dancer (unlike many other musicians/singers of the era) ... and could pick up VERY complicated dance move with ease (and minimal of rehearsal) "Beat It" got a TON of play on M-TV and every other music video channel out there... radio airplay was constant... and album sales for Thriller began to climb into the stratosphere. He quickly followed up with the video and release of "Billy Jean" ... and several others before the earth-shattering mini-movie of "Thriller" released, directed by John Landis - who was a film director best known for "An American Werewolf in London" ... it blew EVERYONE's mind and became an instant hit - it didn't matter that radio stations and video channels HATED playing it because it was SO LONG it disrupted the air-schedules for everything else when it played... the demand for it was so great! Rumor has it... one of the gang members in the background of this video is a young Wesley Snipes

@Mike.L.6528 4 месяца назад

For dance moves, gotta check out Michael Jackson’s -“Smooth Criminal” official video!! Incredible dancing! And, another great song is “Billie Jean” & you must see 2 versions, the official music video & the Motown Anniversary tv performance. Very cool!

@bobsylvester88 4 месяца назад

The gang leader in the white jacket was also the choreographer.

@drjag1155 4 месяца назад

This song is so iconic ! MJ was an incredible singer and performer i miss him so much

@ianluzdub 4 месяца назад

It's awesome to see a react channel where the hosts are not jumping around or screaming through the entire reaction. I like the way you guys really pay attention to what you're reacting to. Great work, guys! Really great work.

@1stCainite 4 месяца назад

The king of pop, rock and soul.

@garthquapp6370 4 месяца назад

Weird AL Yankovic version called "Eat it" is fantastic.

@kurtpflegl30 4 месяца назад

YES! Can we get Weird Al's parody of this song in "Eat It"? That just seems like the logical next step, or is it just me? Ha ha ha

@sheldondyck8631 4 месяца назад

Living With A Hernia is better

@wizzledorff 4 месяца назад

Hopefully while the video is fresh. Comparing the videos is so fun!

@PML78 4 месяца назад

Brilliant but funny #TeamWeird

@fredriknilsson6042 4 месяца назад

When people ask me what song is my favorite one i always said that it is Beat it with Michael Jackson. I just love everything about it.

@paul00390 4 месяца назад

Weird Al Yankovic does an excellent parody of this video. It's called "Eat It".

@alexhaas9653 4 месяца назад

Thought the same thing. They should definitely do some of Als parodies (only reacted to Smells Like Nirvana yet...).

@rimasmuliolis1136 4 месяца назад

Likewise MJ's "Bad" has to be paired with "Fat"!

@PML78 4 месяца назад

If u watch Weird ALs movie... he says that EAT IT was his song and MJ made a parody of his track 😂🤣😂🤣

@fredriknilsson6042 4 месяца назад

The riffs is not Eddie Van Halen it is Steve Lukather from Toto. Eddie plays the solo.

@jimedwards4214 4 месяца назад

The solo was written. Eddie changed it and played it for MJ and he loved it. Eddie agreed to do it because "who's gonna hear it, it's gonna be on some black kid's record". He did it cause Q asked him

@fredriknilsson6042 4 месяца назад

@@jimedwards4214 Yes but my point is that the riff is from Steve Lukather. They said that the riff from Eddie and that is not him

@jimedwards4214 4 месяца назад

@@fredriknilsson6042 I was just throwing in a few more bricks to help build your house of knowledge.

@artsilva 4 месяца назад

Now you gotta watch Weird Al Yankovic's "Eat It"

@mr.championsReyDeEuropa 4 месяца назад

Grande Michael el mejor ❤

@mrchrisk36 4 месяца назад

Eddie did the solo but the rest of the guitar work was done by Steve lukather of Toto Fame along with David paitch

@barrylavender7938 4 месяца назад

Great song, easily one of MJ's best. You should also check out "Bad", "Billie Jean" and "The Way you make me feel".

@gloriaroshto1408 4 месяца назад

Well I’m a senior citizen and I have always loved this . Makes ya wanna move like Michael!

@jadoef.m4131 4 месяца назад

This song is still part of the BEST SELLING ALBUM of all time to this day, the Thriller album.

@lilamuzik3385 4 месяца назад

There will never be another Mike. Bruno Mars comes close, but you just see Mike dancing with Bruno. Now please do "Do You Remember The Time" for EXCELLENT DANCE ROUTINE! Eddie Murphy makes a cameo.....

@MrLowdog5 Месяц назад

You guys must be from the MOON.....This video/song reached every corner of the WORLD....And there were REAL GANG members as the cast....

@atomcraft4067 4 месяца назад

Everyone wanted to be Michael. He's so damn cool man.

@kenrock8692 4 месяца назад

Steve Lukather (Toto) came up with the guitar riff and plays the primary guitar parts. Eddie VH does the solo only.

@anandadanandad 4 месяца назад

One of my favorite song❤we miss you mj😞

@stevetanner3019 4 месяца назад

This was the third of seven hit singles from the “Thriller” album.

@DeidreThompson-cu9nc 4 месяца назад

Thanks for featuring another great Michael Jackson dance song. I recommend Don't Stop until You Get Enough, from my favourite MJ album 'Off The Wall'. Young 11 year old Michael in the Jackson 5 is amazing in the 70's and recommend 'Who's Loving You'. Thanks for you honest programme. Deidre😊

@DeidreThompson-cu9nc 4 месяца назад

Thanks again, for playing Michael Jackson and recommend ' Rock with You ' from the 'Off The Wall' album. I'm Australian and appreciate your reactions. Deidre😊🇦🇺

@infinitecontent8001 4 месяца назад

When you're older, you can apappreciate and analyze the song better.

@timlawrence2759 4 месяца назад

Another interesting fact - Steve Lukather from Toto played rhythm guitar on this track. Lukather is also considered one of the all time greats on guitar. Imagine being able to summon two of the best ever to play on your album and on the same song.

@noreenb1904 День назад

I was 13 in 1981 when the song came out. I remember it was a big break in music for all of us teens at that time. I think it was the beginning of the music videos era.

@AVEditing6250 2 месяца назад

King of pop 💎

@DMoses846 4 месяца назад

The Earth Song by Michael Jackson is a great song.

@T1000-s4j 3 месяца назад

It's not The Earth Song, it's just "Earth Song"

@spornge Месяц назад

How can you not know what they are building up to : its MJ huge dance number!

@MikeOstrowski-iq8wf 4 месяца назад

EVH at the peak of his career ! Did this solid for Michael with this solo in 1 take….. Edward was in between VH albums “Fair Warning” & “Diver Down” 🎸

@kimzwolinski9919 4 месяца назад

It’s fun watching the videos. If you check out MJs Super Bowl performance you have to do Prince as well. It’s kinda a requirement 💜

@John_Locke_108 4 месяца назад

When I was in grade school, the bus driver would play any tape we gave her. It was a great day whenever someone gave her Thriller. After 40 plus years this song still amazes me. And the video is absolutely fantastic. I remember seeing West Side Story in High School and thinking, this is where Beat It came from.

@reindeer7752 4 месяца назад

I didn't see your comment before I made a similar one.

@jackmag4056 4 месяца назад

How can you have not heard a song from the biggest selling album in history of music

@ellie_jeann 4 месяца назад

next reactions should be to this THEY DONT CARE ABOUT US (prison & brazil versions) and EARTH SONG … both songs deeply emotionally moving & powerful

@aj_aka_alan 4 месяца назад

I can't hear this without hearing Weird Al's 'Eat It'

@karuthannagu4383 4 месяца назад

I hearing The BEAT IT song is infinite❤

@myrhino70 4 месяца назад

I can't watch this without saying, you've got to watch Weird Al's Eat It!

@corrynthiaiam9205 Месяц назад

My 16yr old son is a MJ fanatic. When he was 6 he was MJ for Halloween. He has the glove & jacket! MJ, The Weeknd & John Lennon my son LOVE those guys music. He loves music period!

@bobbyschannel349 4 месяца назад

Because of Eddie Van Halen's guitar track on this, this song was also being played on rock stations back in the early 80s as well as Pop and R&B stations.. that was very unique that never happened before.

@benkraze3103 Месяц назад

It was meant to be a rock song though from the get go even before EVH involvement. MJ - Composer, Steve Lukather = Rythm Guitar, Bass, other instruments, EVH = Guitar Solo.

@bobbyschannel349 Месяц назад

@@benkraze3103 not true.. Quincy Jones specifically did not want it to sound Rock he wanted it to have an R&B and pop sound woth Hard Rock tracking

@kennethcamilleri4678 4 месяца назад

Slash did the solo on one of MJ promotional tours back in the day….

@_grizzlymokus 4 месяца назад

After this you really should watch Eat it by Weird Al Yankovic :)

@John_Locke_108 4 месяца назад

I've probably sang Eat It a hundred more times than Beat It. Especially once I had kids.

@firstname4337 4 месяца назад

Eat it by "Weird Al" Yankovic is such a masterful parody

@Hibbs4Prez 4 месяца назад

When song was released barely anyone knew of Eddie's involvement.

@bicknell67 4 месяца назад

My favorite Michael Jackson song.

@stevenseul361 4 месяца назад

Hit it out again guys.. Legendary solo. Thanks

@markushutzfeldt7438 21 день назад

The best song ever of all worldwide!!!!

@alexmarin4245 4 месяца назад

The "Michael Jackson Rock Era", at early 80's: mixed Lukhater, Van Halen and Quincy Jones styles... sounds so magnificent and unique! I LOVE IT! GREAT REACTION GUYS! GRETTINGS FROM SPAIN!

@Godric_71 4 месяца назад

I wanted a Michael Jackson Beat It Jacket so bad when i was around 12.

@Pro-TechServices 4 месяца назад

Steve Lukather guitarist from the band Toto did most of all the guitar in the song ..but the only thing Eddie van Halen did was the solo. there are interviews with Steve Lukather about doing the guitar on this song and many of the MJ thriller album

@spornge Месяц назад

one of the greatest single lines in the American lexicon "They will kick you and beat you and tell you its fair "

@Shane-is6pl 4 месяца назад

The man in the white coat choreographed the dance for this video

@cathyhetzel7692 4 месяца назад

A great song is "They. DON'T CARE ABOUT US" Those are real gang members!!

@hervehightower2364 4 месяца назад

i really miss michael jackson he gave his heart and body and soul for us and his music this one my favorites of his rest in peace my friend.

@leeperdue7906 4 месяца назад

Eddie worked out the solo in about 20 minutes and recorded it in the first take. Phenomenal. Now you can react to Weird Al Yankovich’s parody “Eat It”

@robabiera733 4 месяца назад

"Thriller" - the album - came out just as MTV was getting started, and if you really want to see what that was like, you have to watch the original video for "Billie Jean". It was the first video for "Thriller" and played a huge role in helping MTV to really blast off.

@stevegoldy2196 4 месяца назад

Michael Jackson - Black or White, it has a very iconic video and a really great guitar riff and beat so i think you will both love that one. Loving all your MJ reactions... i Love this channel so much!

@shannonherb2048 4 месяца назад

So many collaboration artists did the same run DMC with Aerosmith and Anthrax with Public Enemy. Jams. Great reaction y'all.

@donw804 4 месяца назад

Now you should do Weird Al's version, Eat It!. It's a classic.

@MountainMan. 4 месяца назад

If you haven't heard Beat It by the time you're a young adult, you must be living under a rock.

@TheNewRevolution 4 месяца назад

Just a minor correction. Eddie only did the solo. Steve Lukathor from Toto did the rest of the guitars and bass. Some other members of Toto also played on the song.

@goranfrilstad 4 месяца назад

You need to check out MJ’s cover of Come Together by the Beatles. Another rock song. From the Moonwalker movie. Just as good as Dirty Diana

@AnthonyPinkerton-d7p 2 месяца назад

This video was really interesting because the fight scene; which is sort of a play on Westside Story, was using actual members of the Blood's and the Crip's; Michael Jackson actually approached each faction and got their cooperation; the break dancing was actually adlibbed. After the video came out; the gangs actually called a truce, and it lasted until just before Michael's death. The cafe scene was actually the same cafe used in Rosanna by Cool and the Gang!

@rmacdougallaliasdogviticus 4 месяца назад

Next? How about 'The Jackson 5 - Want You Back' featuring one of my fav rhythm guitar tracks. Then you gotta hear 'Weird Al Yankovic - Eat It', his parody of Beat It. My favorite Al tune. Cheers.

@kurtpflegl30 4 месяца назад

I'd say it do Eat It first, while Beat It is still fresh in their minds. Otherwise all the new songs they react to will take over. Then do Want You Back... but that's just my thoughts on the subject...

@randomhockeyguy9149 4 месяца назад

Fun fact: Ed played the song live with Michael Jackson ONE TIME. In 1984, Van Halen were passing through Dallas on their tour while the Jackson's were also playing Dallas on their Victory Tour. Ed came on stage and played Beat It with the Jacksons that night.