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Janelle Monáe’s recreation of Michael Jackson’s Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough at the 67th Grammy Awards has sparked significant online discussion. The social media users have compared her performance with Chris Tucker's iconic portrayal of Jackson in the Rush Hour films.
Her rendition, which received mixed reactions, was a part of the tribute to the late Quincy Jones who passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 91. Celebrities like Will Smith, Cynthia Erivo, Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, and Lainey Wilson also honored the legendary musician.
The song, Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough on which Monáe performed was reportedly produced by Jones and was released on July 10, 1970. Jackson and Jones shared a profound relationship that shaped the landscape of pop music. Their collaboration began in the late 1970s and continued till the 1980s.
While some viewers appreciated Monáe's energy, many criticized her performance saying that it lacked authenticity and respect for Jackson's legacy. One user noted that Tucker would have done a better job. He took to X to comment on the performance and wrote,
“Was Chris Tucker unavailable or something?”
Here is how others have reacted to Janelle Monáe’s performance.
How have fans reacted to Janelle Monáe’s rendition of Michael Jackson at the 2025 Grammys?
Janelle Monae’s performance at the 67th Grammy Awards received mixed reactions from social media users. Some fans praised Monáe for her dynamic stage presence and energy, highlighting her choreography and vocal delivery.
“She did a great job.” One user wrote.
“She's great!” Another user said.
“Wow, this performance was AMAZING.” One person tweeted.
“She got the loudest applause” One more person added.
While others argued that performance failed to capture the essence of Michael Jackson’s iconic style. They called for other artists such as Usher or Chris Tucker to have been chosen instead.
“Watching and listening to this should only CEMENT Michaels legacy as THEEEE undisputed KING OF POP. And that his blend of singing and dancing and performing is unmatched by ALL but a VERY FEW.” A user commented.
“chris tucker is prob the only person other than michael to sing don’t stop til u get enough and make it sound good.” Another user said.
“He would have put on a show at the Grammy’s” One user replied.
"Chris Tucker should’ve came out and showed her how it’s done." Someone else commented.
While speaking to Rolling Stones, executive producer Raj Kapoor said that they have been working on a tribute to Jones for months.
"We've had so many artists that have wanted to participate," he said, hoping it would be "one of the definitive performances" of the night and capture "how much love we have for him as a music community."
During her segment, Monáe tossed her blazer into the audience which was caught by Taylor Swift and she wore it instantly. Her gesture was appreciated by Swifties who noticed how Swift engaged with other artists and celebrated their performances.
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Besides Swift, many other celebrities danced their hearts out at the 2025 Grammys as Monáe performed on Jackson’s hit track Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough, paying her tribute to the legendary musician Quincy Jones.
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