Michael Jackson used a special shoe to perform his Smooth Criminal lean trick!

Michael Jackson used a special shoe to
perform his Smooth Criminal lean
trick!




In order to accomplish his famous
forward lean, Michael Jackson invented a
special shoe that had a slotted heel which
slid onto bolts that protruded from the
floor, essentially creating a dovetail joint
between the dancer and the stage.
These shoes had a system which allowed
the wearer to lean forwardly beyond his
center of gravity.
The shoes have a specially designed heel
slot which can be detachably engaged
with the hitch member by simply sliding
the shoe wearer’s foot forward, thereby
engaging with the hitch member.
So if you’ve ever tried doing the trick and
failed, don’t be upset! Go get yourself a
brand new pair of those babies and you’ll
be dancing like the eternal king of pop in
no time!