Michael Jackson: A Look Back at 7 of His Greatest Music Videos

As well as being a hitmaker, dancer, actor andall-round performer,
Michael Jackson revolutionized music videos.
The King of Pop created so many video masterpieces that it's hard to
pick which were the most groundbreaking.


On the four-year anniversary of his death, E! News takes a look back
at seven of his most memorable music videos that were game changers
for the music industry. Check them out now!


1. "Thriller": This goes without saying, the music video for the
single set the gold standard for what was to come from the singer. The
almost 14-minute version was MTV's first world premiere video and a
defining moment in his illustrious career. Plus, zombies!


2. "Billie Jean": Who could forget the suit, the famous white socks
and the lit-up steps as Jackson showed off his trademark dance moves.
The video incorporated so many of his signature styles that it will
forever live on as one of the singer's most iconic videos.


3. "Black or White": The 1991 video debuted with an audience of over
500 million viewers,which was the most-watched music video ever at the
time. The technique used to morph people's faces onto one another was
rare at the time and was met with rave reviews.


4. "Bad": The full 18-minute short film was directed by none other
than Martin Scorsese and took cues from West Side Story. Jackson's1986
hit quickly became one of the most famous songs and videos to date.


5. "Scream": This music video made headlinesafter it was revealed that
it cost approximately $7 million to make. It also caused a stir
because it starred the singer's famous sister, Janet Jackson.


6. "Remember the Time": In 1992, Jackson starred alongside Eddie
Murphy, Iman, Magic Johnson and more in the Egyptian-themed video.


7. "Smooth Criminal": The 1987 video unveiled his classic anti-gravity
lean forward and was later adapted into a short film that was the
centerpiece of the film Moonwalker.