Michael Jackson is hands down the most
talented entertainer the world has ever seen.
From his golden voice, catchy songs to
iconic music videos – he left an everlasting
impression on the world. Do you remember
the iconic anti-gravity lean he did in his
“Smooth Criminal music video? Well we’ve
just discovered HOW he achieved it!

In 1992 Michael and business partners
Michael L. Bush and Dennis Tompkins
collaborated to create the magical shoes
which helped him give the illusion of floating.
Of course they made sure the shoes were
extremely slick and stylish.


The shoes upper area was altered to stabilize
Michaels ankles while still providing
flexibility.


The heel of the show was the most important
design aspect. They had the ability to confine
the entire shoe to the floor, which was done
through multimple nails in place. THIS is how
he was able to lean forward without
completely falling over.


This ingenious move paired with his
Moonwalk changedthe music and dance
world FOREVER – remaining the biggest
mystery for decades. This was truly the
beginning of incorporating inventions and
dance to create the perfect illusion.

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