A moonwalk is also known as backslide. It is a dance method, which shows the effect of the performer being pulled behind while trying to walk forward. This move of dance has become very popular since, Michael Jackson performed it as a dance move in Billie Jean on Motown25: Yesterday, Today, Forever in 1953 on March 25. Since then moonwalk is the signature step of Michael Jackson.
To make an appearance of a gliding step, an illusion is mixed with the step. The very first step in this dance is to divert the attention of the audience, towards the leg being pulled. The leg, which bears the weight, goes up first and then it is repeated in the same manner. Moonwalk was previously known as walking on the toes or the backslide.
Cab Calloway first used the steps of moonwalk in 1932. Many people have used this step since then such as Michael Marceau for his performance in mime routines, James Brown and David Bowie. However, moonwalk became popular in 1983, after Michael Jackson’s performance. He was dressed in a dazzling outfit and Micheal Jackson started moonwalking. Michael Jackson’s autobiography was also named as Moonwalk.
Here are some simple steps, which will teach you how to do moonwalk.
Steps:
- Put on a pair of boots. Boots are the perfect footwear required for a moonwalk, but it is not necessary to have retro boots of 1980s, like Michael Jackson Moon boots. Try to get boots with a smooth sole beneath. Do not wear shoes like converse or dressy shoes. If you are unable to get a pair of boots, then just wear socks.
- Look for a flat surface, with very little friction on it. The ideal floor to do a moonwalk is a wooden floor. Rubber or concrete floors are not suitable for moonwalk. You can also do this step on a carpet.
- Now lift up your left leg in the position of number ‘1’, and keep the toe of your left leg pointed towards the floor. Now you are all set to do a moonwalk like Michael Jackson.
- Place the right foot at least 12 inches ahead of the left leg. Now slide the right foot behind so, it is leveled with the left foot.
- Instantly get your left foot down and take the right foot up at the same time. This entire process completes your first step of moonwalk.
- Keep repeating this whole step.
Tips:
- Try to extend your neck a little ahead of your body, make it look like your head is left behind. This move is known as Defying Gravity. Now take your head back and perform this action with every step.
- You can also do arm movements. It will give a good look to the dance. The arm movement can be done by, take the arm opposite to your leg and pull it behind. It is great combination with the neck and the foot movement. You will be a perfect moonwalker.
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MJ was like a icon to me. I’ve been coping with his death and it has been incredibly tough for me. I cannot believe how he influenced the world around the world. I wish his family the best. Thanks Michael for changing life as we know it!