Michael Jackson Smooth Criminal Analysis
"Smooth Criminal" by Michael Jackson revisited by traditional Japanese music
When traditional Japanese music revisits "Smooth Criminal" by Michael Jackson, the result can only be surprising. Indeed, Yoshimi Tsujimoto and his two accomplices resumed brilliantly one of the most popular tubes of the "King of Pop". To achieve this amazing reinterpretation of "Smooth Criminal" they used traditional Japanese instruments: a Shakuhachi, a bamboo flute, and two kotos, stringed instrument. These complex instruments are predominately used for classical Japanese music, accompanied by traditional dance and song. A trio of musicians has revisited with historical instruments, the title "Smooth Criminal", released in 1987 on the "Bad" album. The decor
is also planted with Japanese Kimonos and atmosphere characteristic. The peaceful, zen atmosphere is practically built around these types of instruments. But arranging this traditional Japanese majesty with a hit song from the West can make for an exceptionally spirited experience. In short, a wonderful cover which should surely amaze you! No doubt that this version made in Japan of "Smooth Criminal" will be as successful.
“Smooth Criminal” contains a fast-paced beat intertwined with Jackson's lyrics about a woman named Annie, who has been violently attacked in her apartment by a "smooth" assailant.
It is indeed that Michael Jackson is phenomenon. No one could ever forget his contribution to the Music Industry. Since he passed away, it has been tradition to various artists to relive the songs of the late Pop Icon. But this rendition is unique, because it used the traditional Japan Music. This makes it more sentimental. This representation also proves that the songs of the Pop Icon hit the whole world.
Viewed over 450,000 times on YouTube, the delivery of three artists, dressed in kimono, takes place in a setting lined with Japanese cultural references. This meeting between western pop culture and Asian tradition provides a result to a typical and captivating sounds. Proof that music is universal.
When traditional Japanese music revisits "Smooth Criminal" by Michael Jackson, the result can only be surprising. Indeed, Yoshimi Tsujimoto and his two accomplices resumed brilliantly one of the most popular tubes of the "King of Pop". To achieve this amazing reinterpretation of "Smooth Criminal" they used traditional Japanese instruments: a Shakuhachi, a bamboo flute, and two kotos, stringed instrument. These complex instruments are predominately used for classical Japanese music, accompanied by traditional dance and song. A trio of musicians has revisited with historical instruments, the title "Smooth Criminal", released in 1987 on the "Bad" album. The decor
is also planted with Japanese Kimonos and atmosphere characteristic. The peaceful, zen atmosphere is practically built around these types of instruments. But arranging this traditional Japanese majesty with a hit song from the West can make for an exceptionally spirited experience. In short, a wonderful cover which should surely amaze you! No doubt that this version made in Japan of "Smooth Criminal" will be as successful.
“Smooth Criminal” contains a fast-paced beat intertwined with Jackson's lyrics about a woman named Annie, who has been violently attacked in her apartment by a "smooth" assailant.
It is indeed that Michael Jackson is phenomenon. No one could ever forget his contribution to the Music Industry. Since he passed away, it has been tradition to various artists to relive the songs of the late Pop Icon. But this rendition is unique, because it used the traditional Japan Music. This makes it more sentimental. This representation also proves that the songs of the Pop Icon hit the whole world.
Viewed over 450,000 times on YouTube, the delivery of three artists, dressed in kimono, takes place in a setting lined with Japanese cultural references. This meeting between western pop culture and Asian tradition provides a result to a typical and captivating sounds. Proof that music is universal.