Michael Jackson's Drummer Jonathan Moffett Performs 'Thriller'

Although it probably doesn't need any introduction, "Thriller" is the chart-topping pop tune recorded by Michael Jackson, composed by Rod Temperton, and produced by Quincy Jones. It was the seventh and final single from his album of the same name. Did you know that as of August 2018, "Thriller" has sold a total of 7.024 million copies in the United States alone?

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Jonathan "Sugarfoot" Moffett has recorded and/or toured with some of the greatest pop artists of our time, including Elton John, Janet Jackson, The Jacksons, Cameo, Lionel Richie, George Michael, Kenny G, Doug Miller, Peter Cetera, Bill Meyers, and Cirque du Soleil, besides guest appearing at popular television shows like The Tonight Show, Good Morning America, Saturday Night Live, and The Arsenio Hall Show.

Among his biggest musical feats, none come close to his extensive work with the all-time greatest pop artists of the last 100 years: Madonna and Michael Jackson. Jonathan toured extensively with Madonna and recorded drums for several of her albums, including “True Blue” and “Like A Prayer”. As for the king of pop himself, Jonathan was his drummer for The Destiny Tour, Triumph Tour, Victory Tour, 1988 Grammy Awards with Michael, HIStory Tour, Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Celebration, This Is It, & Cirque’s Immortal World Tour.

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[Aneuo]

You saw one of his videos now you can’t stop. YOU CANT

[ranickhaan]

This is exactly what makes a good drummer: it’s not about flashy fills, it’s about timing, and consistency.

[martinheath]

Notice he doesn't even miss a nanosecond while adjusting his in ear monitors at the beginning! Legendary.

[atyt]

I am not kidding, Amazing. Never heard a human cover a drum machine track more perfect than the original. This guy puts the machine in the "Plays like a machine". incredible

[JonYen]

Can you imagine all the memories that are going through his head? The millions and millions of people he has played in front of with Michael Jackson. What a great life to have lived!!

[skrazr]

This man will literally live forever. His heart wouldn't dare to disrespect him by skipping even a single beat.

[mookyyzed]

Metronome: "Am I doing this right?"

Sugarfoot: "Better keep practicing."

[TGIFrank]

This dude has more musical talent in his left foot than I do in my entire body, but today I'm choosing to let that inspire me instead of reduce me to tears.

[scotthersey]

Moffett taught himself a Jacksons song for their 1984 tour ... without realizing the track featured TWO drummers playing two separate parts. Legend.

[the_empires_back_strikes]

Legends say that the guy in the back is still nodding...

[RoivonPC]

Plays what needs to be played. No flash, no excessive cymbal crashes or rolls...just perfection.

[MannyTheGuitarMan]

the reset @ 3:05 is INSANE. Look at that precision. The timing on this dude is LEGENDARY.

[maicolgiolo]

Damn.. He probably played this song thousands of times in front of big crowds, but it seems that he has the concentration of someone who play it for the first time. What a legend

[ChvckMarshallMusic]

And that ladies and gentlemen is the definition of timing...

[Night-mqhn]

0:45 Wipes his face and adjusts in-ears without breaking the rhythm

Level: Ultra Legend!!

[junglebdu]

This man just adjusted his ear piece twice and was still in rhythm unbelievable

[leokimvideo]

Incredible, adjusts failing earpiece without missing a beat.

[thmz]

the jacket had arms on it when he started drumming in the morning

[pietergoussard]

I know exactly why this man was MJ s drummer. He was simply the best drummer available. What a joy to watch

[riffgroove]

"Everyone makes mistakes live. I make mistakes. The bass makes mistakes. The guitar makes mistakes... Sugarfoot's always perfect."
- Michael Jackson.