Applause Quote by Slowthai
“The most iconic applause I've ever seen is from a Michael Jackson show in Japan - his entrance is actually 15 minutes long, and the crowd is clapping the whole time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio 1, 2020
He recalls a Michael Jackson Japan concert where the long entrance kept the audience clapping, showing the power of performance hype.
In simple terms: A long entrance kept fans clapping, showing hype’s power.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how anticipation fuels excitement.
Themes
music
performance
anticipation
Mood
enthusiastic
nostalgic
Type
observational
celebratory
When to use this quote
- concerts
- pop culture
- event planning
Key Concepts
showmanship
fan culture
live events
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does anticipation heighten enjoyment?
- How can performers use hype effectively?
A Different Perspective
The anecdote may overstate audience reaction.
![“All the shows we did pre-airdate, and I'd come out - "Rob Lowe!" - and it was [Offers bored applause.] After the show aired? I came out - "Rob Lowe!" - and the place was, like, bedlam. And then the next week, they wouldn't let anyone under the age of 20 into the audience. And I'm going, "So that's…” quote by Rob Lowe](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/66b/rob-lowe-855_age_all-the-shows-we-did-pre-airdate-and-i-d_31307.jpg)
