Is MJ's 45-degree tilt step true?
Jackson patent shoes Jackson patent shoes are also called anti-gravity shoes. In the live performance of 1992 single smooth criminal, MJ performed the classic magic action of standing at a 45-degree angle. This move caused a great sensation at that time. This is not tied to the body with a rope, but with special shoes. 1993 MJ also applied for a U.S. patent (U.S. Pat. No.5,255,452). This special shoe has a specially designed groove at the heel. When standing at an angle of 45 degrees, the wearer moves forward slightly, and the groove is locked with the movable protrusion passing through the stage, so that the whole device can pull the body and tilt the body forward beyond its center of gravity. In order to enhance the visual effect when he dances with dancers, Jackson often designs some movements of leaning forward against gravity. At first, Michael Jackson tied a safety belt around his waist to complete this action, so he often saw the classic 45-degree forward+rotation action in his MV, but later this method was unrealistic in concerts. Because the rope tied to his waist is impossible to install and disassemble in the live performance, and it will also limit his body movements, so he is determined to invent "anti-gravity shoes." Jackson and two fashion designers left a hook position at the heel of the special shoes. When he needs to lean forward, a row of hooks will rise on the stage. At this time, the stage will create other visual effects to attract the attention of the audience. Jackson and the dancers will take the opportunity to slide the heel onto the hook and buckle it, and then perform a forward performance. Of course, even so, it is inseparable from the hard exercise, careful rehearsal and running-in of dancers such as Jackson, as well as strong back muscle and body balance control ability. Michael Jackson and two partners obtained the patent of 1993 for this invention. Aaron Kwok also performed in concerts, and he also made a special trip to the United States to ask Jackson for advice.