The so-called moonwalk (also translated as moonwalk) is actually a visual illusion effect, that is, first put the toe of one foot on the ground, arch the leg, and raise the heel as high as possible; The other foot is on the ground and slides backwards, with about 1 cm between the two feet. The sliding heel is lifted and supported on the ground. The foot previously supported on the ground slides backwards, and repeats this process.
The history of this dance can be traced back to 1955. It is widely known for its use by Michael Jackson in his performances and became one of his trademarks. Michael didn’t invent the moonwalk. An earlier user was the French pantomime performer Marcel Marceau. Before Michael Jackson made the moonwalk world-famous in 1983, American dancing singer Jeffrey Daniel also performed it on a British music show called "Top Of The Pops" in 1982 . But the moonwalk at that time was just a "backward step". In 1983, Michael Jackson improved and had the "moonwalk". The name "moonwalk" was also first named by Michael Jackson.
In 1983, Michael Jackson participated in a TV show commemorating the 25th anniversary of the founding of Motown Records, showing off his special dance steps of Moonwalking for the first time. Since then, the "moonwalk" craze has quickly swept the world, and many pop singers are still studying the "moonwalk" to this day. Michael Jackson's success changed the entire Western entertainment industry. He created modern MTV, integrating music, dance, and performance; he has the world's number one selling album "THRILLER", with sales reaching 104 million copies; There are as many as 39 charitable foundations established in his name around the world, and he is the current holder of the Guinness World Personal Charity Record... In 2006, he was certified by the Guinness World Records as "the most successful in world history." artist". The artistic achievements Michael Jackson achieved during his lifetime are unprecedented and unprecedented.
Michael "Moonwalk" founder? Michael Jackson's decomposition of Jackson's moonwalk? Decomposition: ① Start with the left foot moving backwards 30 cm, then click with the left foot? Decomposition: ② Left foot backwards Slide 60 cm. Then lift up with your right foot. (Start)? Decomposition: ③ Then slide your left foot back 45 cm from the point. Move your right foot 60 centimeters back. And so on...? Decomposition: ④Details are very important. Slide your left foot back while sliding. The shoulders also need to have a certain amount of twist. Slide your left foot and move your left shoulder slightly to the side and back. Slide your right foot and move your right shoulder slightly to the side. ? Decomposition: ⑤ The coherence must be strong. The lifting and landing must be strong. You must be flexible when sliding backwards? Decomposition: ⑥Lean your body slightly forward while sliding. Prevent falling backward or slipping? Breakdown: ⑦ According to the number of times the person likes to slide, he can turn N circles and then touch the ground with both feet (master action)
The best practice essence of moonwalking, why not What about trying it? ? Step 1: Find a pair of tighter flat shoes. You can use soft-soled shoes at the beginning. ? Step 2: Make sure the floor you are practicing on is not too rough and try to find a smooth floor. ? Step 3: Stand with your feet together, with your left foot slightly forward than your right foot (the front of your right toes should be in line with the middle of your left toes). ? Step 4: Then lift your right heel so that you look like you are walking and stand on the front of your right foot, keeping your left foot in place (be careful not to move it). Step 5: As you lower your right heel, shift all your weight to your right foot and slowly drag your left foot backward so that your left toes are flush with your right heel. When doing this step, your left heel should be slightly off the ground, and don't step down with your left foot, otherwise you won't be able to slide. Make sure you slowly lower your right heel and move your left foot at the same time. Controlling speed takes a lot of practice. ? Step 6: Keep practicing the above steps until you are sure that you can move without any obstacles. Step 7: Once you've mastered the movement above, extend your left foot forward, but not touching the floor, making it look like you're kicking right against the ground.
Move it one foot away from the front of your right toes. Do not raise any part of your left foot excessively. ? Step 8: Move your left foot back to the starting position and lift your right heel again. Bend your left leg and repeat step 5. Keep practicing until you understand all the essence, can do it freely, and be recognized by others. Finally, it can overcome the effect of gravity, so you can moonwalk like a professional. Step 9: Once you've mastered flexing your right foot, switch feet and try doing the same movement with your left foot. Lift your left heel and lower your left foot as you slide back with your right foot. Support your left foot, extend your right foot, then lift your left heel, and then slowly move your right foot back while lowering your left foot again.
The above is a text explanation. If you want to learn it, you must watch Michael Jackson's performance.
You can watch his concerts, such as Dangerous in 1992 The World Tour Concert in Bucharest, Romania; and the 1996 Historical Concert in Germany. Both of these concerts can be found on www.verycd.com on eMule. Other concerts are also available, because Every time Michael Jackson performs a moonwalk, it is always when he sings the classic song "Billie Jean", and "Billie Jean" is a must-sing song for every concert he performs. This is what every Michael Jackson fan must know. of.
Hehe, to tell you the truth, I have perfected the backward sliding motion of the moonwalk~ (haha, it’s a bit of a bragging)
Remember, you have to practice and think about it at the same time. Because if you practice according to the wrong method, you will never practice well.
Well, my understanding is too low. I practiced for almost two months before I felt like I was doing well.
I want to tell you, because you When practicing moonwalking, you cannot see the effect yourself. If possible, you can ask a friend to watch and help you, or you can practice in front of a mirror.
When I was practicing, I didn’t have a mirror because I was too embarrassed to let people see me. Do you know how I practiced?
When the sun is shining, or under the light, look at your own shadow! ! !
I also want to tell you that you must have patience and perseverance! Don’t give up if you can’t get going at first, and don’t be impatient, as haste makes waste! I can tell you that Michael Jackson’s moonwalk can be learned, as long as you are willing to put in some effort. You know, Michael Jackson’s moonwalk was practiced in his own kitchen!
Practice walking backwards first, because it is the easiest. Raise your toes as high as possible. When skating, the distance between the legs should not be too large. Just keep the distance about one step. When skating, the distance between the legs should not be too large. The distance should not be too small, so that it does not look like sliding, but like rubbing on the ground.
At the beginning, look for a relatively smooth ground and flat-soled cloth shoes, and make sure they are comfortable to wear.
When you first start practicing, you can stop your feet from sliding backwards with your whole palms on the ground. ( The standard movement is to land on the ground with all hands)
Because you are not familiar with the movements at the beginning, it may be difficult to slide with all hands on the ground.
When practicing moonwalking, pay attention to finding the slippery feeling, this is very important! ! ! The soles of the feet are not rubbing on the ground, but sliding!
To put it bluntly, moonwalking is actually the coordination of two legs and feet
Whenever you feel that you can achieve the effect of overcoming gravity, you will have succeeded!
When others recognize it, you can perform it under qualified circumstances!
And let me tell you, when walking on the moonwalk, if you can wear black pants, black shoes, and white socks, and the pants should be shorter, don’t cover the shoes and expose the white socks, haha, you Walk around and see for yourself, just look at your legs, it really looks like Michael Jackson! ! !
You can also imagine yourself as Michael Jackson while practicing! ! ! It helps practice efficiency, it’s true ~ I tried it! ! !
After you have mastered skating backwards, if you still want to study it, Michael Jackson also moonwalked in place. The effect is that he is walking forward, but in fact he is skating in place. There are sideways moonwalks and rotating moonwalks, which are also the most difficult to practice! ! !
All of his moonwalk moves can be found in his concerts. He will perform a moonwalk when singing the classic song "Billie Jean". Whenever he takes a moonwalk on the stage, When you step, the audience in the audience will scream~
Okay, finally I wish you success! Master the moonwalk as soon as possible! Don't give up! I'm optimistic about you! ! !
I will send you another classic move of Mai Mai performing a moonwalk! Spin a few times and tap your toes!