Do you think Michael Jackson's Thriller video incited violence or new expressions among our (we are older now) 1980s young generation?

2025-12-30T04:33:13-05:00

Parents were freaking out when teenagers wanted Thriller, Thriller, Thriller merchandise. I was in Italy, cruising the Med. In every port of call, young people were dressing like Thriller Michael. The disco clubs were jamming Thriller.

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Response by Maj John Bell made Dec 30 at 2025 4:46 AM

2025-12-30T04:46:53-05:00

Response by SMSgt Lawrence McCarter made Dec 30 at 2025 6:10 AM

2025-12-30T06:10:34-05:00

I doubt very much that sort of impact from Michael Jackson's Thriller video. What did attract people was the talent of His singing with the precise footwork and dancing added. This did draw a very large fan base which should not have been a surprise to anyone with such a display of talent and work. It seems to Me any parent that actually had issues with that may have their own problems and a complete lack of understanding of a talent display that was enjoyed by Young people that did NOT ever warrant any concern.

Response by SGT Lorenzo Nieto made Dec 30 at 2025 7:04 AM

2025-12-30T07:04:11-05:00

Anyone that thinks the video would spark violence should not own a television

Response by SGT Kevin Hughes made Dec 30 at 2025 7:51 AM

2025-12-30T07:51:26-05:00

No, but it sure gave line dancing a jolt and a comeback.

Response by SP5 Dennis Loberger made Dec 30 at 2025 8:30 AM

2025-12-30T08:30:10-05:00

Based on my boys' reaction at the time, no. They saw it only as a uniquely done music video. Their main reaction, singing