The Michael Jackson dance came out in 1983.It was a hit when it was released, and has remained a classic ever since.When you know the moves, it is even more fun to dance when this song comes on.If you want to do the Thriller, you have to learn the moves and dress the part.
Step 1: Four steps forward.
The music should turn into a beat when this starts.Start with your right foot.Take four steps back with your right foot.Do it again.
Step 2: Take your head to one side.
Nod on beat 1 and skip on 2.On beat 3 and 4, repeat the nodding.When Michael Jackson starts singing, this part should begin.
Step 3: Put your arms out when you turn to the side.
The nodding on beat 4 should start this step.Put one arm in front of you.Your arms should be straight.Then, bend your knees.Put your bottom out and wiggle it.Take a step forward and wiggle.
Step 4: You should put your hands in claw-like forms.
Your fingers should be bent over.Pull your hand back as if you were in a bush.You can change the side you're clawing at.
Step 5: Stand straight up.
Stand upright.If you have one leg in front, lean back and throw your head back.Hop forward a second time.After hopping, bend your knees slightly, one leg out, and the other to the side.You should put your hand on your belt.The other hand will be on your side.
Step 6: Take a break.
Go down with your body.It's called 'down ha!'You make a face when you come back up.This move is repeated four times.
Step 7: Put your hands over your head.
Right after "down ha!"clap your hands over your headThere should belapping noises in the music.Drag your feet to one side as you bring them down.Turn your head to the side.The move should be done in the other direction.
Step 8: During the pause, invent.
There will be an 8 count pause where you can do zombie-like moves.In front of you, shake your hands.Do a disco pose with both hands up.Change position every two counts.You can do a disco pose or put yourclaws up.For the duration of the eight counts, choose a partner and dance together.Walk slowly and carefully to a new spot.
Step 9: For three counts, walk forward.
Walk forward 3 counts if you put your "claws" out to the side.Turn to the other side and walk back.You should be walking in the direction you came from.Move for 3 times.
Step 10: It's time to jump!
Try to touch your toes twice.Jump to the other side after pausing and posing for four counts.Throw one hand over your head when you turn around.Take your feet off the ground.If you bring your arm back up, it should stop and take 5 counts to make it down.Grab the air on one side and punch it four times on the other side.
Step 11: You have to turn your head four times.
When you are facing the other direction, turn your body around with 6 steps.Take 10 steps backwards after you slap your leg.You're trying to time this to before the chorus starts for the second time in the song because that's where your next step comes in.If you are close to the chorus, go slower or faster.
Step 12: Get rid of old clothes.
Dressing up as a zombie is a great way to get into the dance.Look for clothes that you won't wear.You can wear pants or a skirt.You can wear a dress.The choice is yours.The decade Thriller came out in was the 1980s style clothing.They look old if you tear them up with scissors or your hands.If you don't have any clothes you're willing to rip up, you can find cheap clothes at a thrift shop.
Step 13: Make your hair messy.
A zombie's hair probably won't be very neat.Run your fingers through your hair.You can use a comb to tease your hair.The hair must be held to get the unkempt hairstyle.If you want to look like a zombie, place leaves or twigs in your hair.
Step 14: Wear zombie makeup.
It is your goal to make your makeup look like you are dead.Light foundation will give you a pale appearance.To create dark circles around your eyes, use dark eye shadow or black eyeliner.To make your cheeks look gaunt, apply more of the dark eye shadow to them.If you want to look like you have wounds around your face, apply purple and reddish eye shadow.There are many costume stores that sell fake wound kits.For an extra spooky appearance, wear zombie contacts.
Step 15: Put on fake blood.
A zombie costume needs fake blood.You can make fake blood out of red food coloring, water, and corn syrup.If they are exposed, spread the blood on your face, arms, and legs.You can put it on your clothes or hair.Don't put a lot of fake blood on your skin if it irritates you.Put some dirt in the blood to make it look dirty.
Step 16: A group of friends.
The best way to perform Thriller is with a group of people.A group of friends are willing to learn the dance with you.If you want to do the Thriller, you can get together a few friends.When everyone is confident in their memory of the dance moves, practice them together.One person can be designated to act as Michael Jackson.
Step 17: You can learn the lyrics to Thriller.
As you perform, you can either sing or mouth the words.If you don't want to sing, it's a good idea to learn the words.The person acting as Michael Jackson is the only one that sings the words.
Step 18: You can play the music.
It's important to have the music playing.Purchase the song or use a streaming service to listen to it.You can use a computer or speakers to play music.Play the karaoke version of the song if you want to sing.
Step 19: There is a party or event.
You can show off your skills by dancing for other people.You can perform at an event or break out in dance at a party.Make sure to perform the dance at the right time and place.It is possible to plan a flash mob.