Diddy Recalls Having His ‘Mind Blown’ By ‘Thriller’ Video

“The first time I saw the ‘Thriller’ video, I was waiting for it. It was the premiere — they showed you the making of and all of that,” he told MTV News over the weekend in Los Angeles. “And it was something that everyone had their VHS tapes — I think it was Betamax tapes back then. You had to wait for it and you taped it.”

Diddy said that Jackson’s videos always left his “mind blown” thanks to their use of cutting-edge technology and over-the-top plots. In fact, they weren’t just videos; they were, in many cases, mini-movies. “It’s like your mind was blown,” he said. “It’s the definition of having your mind blown. Michael Jackson is the truest definition of having your mind blown.”

Of course, Jackson wasn’t just known for his videos. He also became known for the moonwalk, his signature dance move that over the last two-plus decades has been imitated but never matched. So, does Diddy have his moves down? “I ain’t gonna lie,” he said. “It ain’t really that nice. I need to get it right for Michael, in honor of Michael.”

15 Comments to Diddy Recalls Having His ‘Mind Blown’ By ‘Thriller’ Video

  1. ola's Gravatar ola
    July 2, 2009 at 5:56 pm | Permalink

    Hi P Diddy,

    I know how generous you are, can some of the celebrities help with Michael’s lying in state at Staples (Los Angeles)

    Peace and Love

    Ola Paris

  2. July 2, 2009 at 10:03 pm | Permalink

    My Idol Diddy,

    I think an MJ shirt for the “The King” himself should be put out there by Sean John… Like the ones you made B.I.G for his 10th anniversary… It would be nice to wear his legacy combined with your Sean John brand… I’m sure everyone who loves Mike, especially in the hip hop community would go out there and support it! Just an Idea that has kept popping up ever since Mike has passed!

    R.I.P Michael Jackson!

  3. Chantel's Gravatar Chantel
    July 3, 2009 at 12:01 pm | Permalink

    Diddy I’m not sure if you have time to read these comments, however you are a beautiful person and when can we get married? star4801@aol.com

  4. Robert Lowe's Gravatar Robert Lowe
    July 3, 2009 at 3:42 pm | Permalink

    Mr. Combs your my idol and hero. Im 20 years old and i look up to you so much as far as the business world im currently in the process of making my own clothing line you’ll be seeing it very soon . im pretty sure me and you will be meeting also . Thats actually 1 of my goals in life is to meet you and learn as much as possible . i hope you read this and remeber my name because i know well be crossing each other .

    my blessings
    (king) Robert Lowe

  5. Shonte' Washington's Gravatar Shonte' Washington
    July 6, 2009 at 8:26 pm | Permalink

    Curious to know why Sean John has not manufactured any Michael Jackson T-Shirts

  6. KC's Gravatar KC
    July 7, 2009 at 4:46 pm | Permalink

    I am wondering if you are looking for any children models.

  7. lynn sanders's Gravatar lynn sanders
    July 8, 2009 at 1:53 am | Permalink

    Thank you sean john for honoring the king of pop, in mega fashion with a headlining popup, we all love him so dearly. Before there was any of the fame and fortune of todays entertainment joints there was “The MJ”. Then followed by Magic and Jordan the other dynamic “MJ” ‘s. It would be an honor to Micheal’s legacy as well as a legacy for SeanJohn to innovate and create their own brand of “OO7″ eye-spy character. When there wasn’t an opportunity Michael created his own. Challenge going out to Diddy we need a sexy, hot, vicious man of color to bring the suave, highly skilled, adventure to the intelligence world of (intell)espionage/ secret service American Style. I have definitely been digging your latest commercial for the men’s fragrance. I’d say perfect groundwork for a script, screenplay etc. Go for it Diddy in the only way you know how-Bring It! Waiting in Dallas would love a front row seat to the premiere….

  8. July 10, 2009 at 2:40 am | Permalink

    What a cool comments from Diddy. it seems he really like the videos of MJ. and that’s great. thanks for sharing this, hope to read more.

    -sidney-

  9. Tom's Gravatar Tom
    July 10, 2009 at 8:36 pm | Permalink

    Hello Sir, just a quick question. I have two children. They are boys 13 & 9. My wife and I named them Sean & John, in that order. They are nice looking, wonderful, smart kids. Might they be beneficial to promoting any of your quality products. Would be helpful to us here and hopefully to the great business that the Sean John company has instilled. Please let us know. Thank you for your time, Tom

  10. A.Ys's Gravatar A.Ys
    July 19, 2009 at 11:39 pm | Permalink

    Holla D,
    actulley, that’s all!

  11. Daddy Luv's Gravatar Daddy Luv
    August 2, 2009 at 10:43 am | Permalink

    Yeah man! when in the hell are the new Sean John shoe wear coming back out? I got all these fly clothes but no new shoes to rock with it!

  12. payep's Gravatar payep
    August 4, 2009 at 4:12 am | Permalink

    i love you daddi my dreams is to be like you

  13. Rvanni!!!!!!!!'s Gravatar Rvanni!!!!!!!!
    October 9, 2009 at 11:35 am | Permalink

    Hmm, nothing in response to his initial statements. Just trying to find a way to contact P-Diddy, I`m a singer and song-writer and i know that i could be more than an asset to his organization….

  14. Ray J.'s Gravatar Ray J.
    January 7, 2010 at 5:08 pm | Permalink

    Seriously?? Is that a fact. I am shocked!! How can the music biz do such a thing. I can’t believe it. – Ray J. Mobil Abonnement

  15. His calling's Gravatar His calling
    January 23, 2010 at 2:18 pm | Permalink

    What if God was to call you home, where would you go. How long will you be decieving people. You have to stand before God on judgement day just like everyone else. The good thing is that Jesus died for your sins and you can receive Him now. Many may love you p. Diddy but the ones who really love you is concerned about your soul more than your music and clothes. And that one is Jesus! Holla at Him, He is waiting for your response.

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