It has been more than 50 years since the world first heard of Michael Jackson but decades later, fans are still inspired by his music and signature dance moves.
One of those fans is eight-year-old Jett of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who was first introduced to the artist’s music a couple months ago after his grandmother showed him Thriller.
Jett’s mom, Lyndsey Wright, said in a Facebook post: ‘My mom showed him “Thriller” a couple months ago and ever since then, he has dedicated his free time to learning some signature Michael Jackson moves and song lyrics.’
Super fan: Eight-year-old Jett Wright of of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, wanted to celebrate his birthday with a Michael Jackson-inspired photo shoot
The classics: Jett’s love for Michael Jackson began a couple months ago after his grandmother showed him Thriller
Dedication: Jett’s mom, Lyndsey Wright, shared that ever since he saw Thriller, he has been dedicated to learning some moves
Talented: His photographer mother added that he is ‘actually really good’ at dancing
She added that the best part about his newfound love is that he’s actually ‘really good’ at dancing.
And to show off some of his moves in celebration of his birthday, Jett enlisted the help of his photographer mother to capture his best Michael Jackson portrayal for an MJ-inspired photo shoot in honor of the King of Pop.
Lyndsey said: ‘I asked Jett if he would like to do an MJ shoot for his birthday and his eyes lit up. He knew he wanted a Billie Jean outfit.’
‘He even used his own birthday money to upgrade the black blazer I found to a sparkly jacket. Jett Man and I had so much fun with this shoot!’
The perfect portrayal: In celebration of his birthday, Lyndsey asked if he wanted to do an ‘MJ shoot for his birthday’
A great gift: After she asked him if he wanted to do a Michael Jackson photo shoot, Lyndsey said his eyes ‘lit up’
Sure of the song: Jett even knew he wanted a Billie Jean outfit and even got the white glove
Easy choice: Jett said that his decision to recreate Billie Jean was an easy to choice because it’s his favorite Michael Jackson song
More songs: Jett added that he also likes the songs Thriller and Smooth Criminal
Jett even donned a white glove and black hat for the occasion and judging from the photos, he definitely knows how to bust a move.
He told PopSugar that his decision to recreate Billie Jean was an easy to choice to make as that’s his favorite Michael Jackson song.
He added: ‘But I like a lot of songs the same. Thriller and Smooth Criminal too.’
This isn’t the first time, Lyndsey has taken part in a creative photo opportunity as in the past she has done a taco and donut smash (like a cake smash but with tacos and donuts) photo shoot along with newborn puppy and mermaid-themed photo session.
Busting a move: Jett leaned over to show his moves emulating the pop icon
Creative: His mom has done fun and exciting photo shoots in the past with other clients
Investment: Lyndsey said that her photos show the love she has for custom photography
Food and fictional creatures: Lyndsey has a taco and donut smash photo shoot along with newborn puppy and mermaid-themed photo session
Dancing: Jett showed off some of his dance moves to the song Billie Jean by Michael Jackson
Look-alike: Jett’s moves looked identical to the pop icon, Michael Jackson
Unrecognizable: Jett posed in front of the camera without his white glove, sparkly jacket or hat
Prince of Pop: Jett pictured above smiling for the camera sans the Michael Jackson outfit
It appears that the photographer does it all and even loves doing it as she shared on her website: ‘When you invest your money in someone who has poured their heart and soul into learning the art of custom photography, that love will show in your photos.’
‘Not only with you get technically better photos, you’ll receive photos with emotion, love and personality.’
And her pictures seem to have no shortage of personality with the Michael Jackson photo shoot turning out better than any fan could have imagined.