It is no small statement to say that Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, was an inspiration to almost anyone who heard his music or seen him dance. So it is to no surprise that he himself, or a character like him made appearance in anime, manga, and video games. This isn’t going to be one of those memorial articles where we watch his music videos and listen to celebrities talk about how great he is. No, you will see enough of those in the coming days, weeks, and years. Here, we do things the Anime Vice way, and that means celebrate Michael Jackson’s career in anime!
Now, I’m no Michael Jackson expert, but I’m going to do my best to show you his different cameos in anime. First off is his appearance in Idol Tenshi Youkoso Youko; bad engrish and all. Here he proclaims his love for the main character by asking her for her autograph.
One of the best nods to Michael Jackson in anime is Jango from One Piece . He is the first mate of Captain Kuro, and the ships hypnotist. Jango might not sing like Michael, but he can dance and walk like a pro.
Outside Anime fun stuff:
In conclusion, I’m sure this is the way Michael Jackson wants us to remember him; dancing to Motteke! Serafuku like a real otaku. My bro is dead. He's gone! But he's right there on my back, and here in my heart! He lives on as a part of me! Honor Michael by posting more of his anime counterparts in the comments below!
Maybe Michael?
"And though you fight to stay alive
Your body starts to shiver
For no mere mortal can resist
The evil of the thriller"
Looks like the thriller finally got him.
We lost an amazing artist and musician, and beyond all the private cap about his life he still has my umost respect. RIP Moonwalker.
RIP MJ. You'll be missed.
Who said robots don't have emotions?
That's not supposed to be Michael.
That's me-mania, some stalker from Perfect Blue.