# Crowdsourced Pop Icon Tributes The Michael Jackson 'Behind The Mask' Video is Entirely Fan-Made By Jason Soy | Published 2011-06-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jackson-behind-the-mask References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2011/06/14/michael-jackson-behind-the-mask/) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/25037917) You've been hit by, you've been struck by, this smooth Michael Jackson 'Behind The Mask' video! Okay, that may have been corny, but I bet you read that in MJ's voice -- that just goes to show the tremendous influence Mr. Jackson has had on the people of the world. Two years after his untimely death, Michael Jackson is still a relevant part of [pop culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-editions), and the 'Behind The Mask' tribute will showcase the talents of people of all nations who have been inspired by the late pop icon. The Michael Jackson 'Behind The Mask' project began in March when fans were asked to send videos of anything MJ-related to a dedicated website. This unique [Michael Jackson tribute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-comic-con) is the first [crowd-sourced video project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-made-a-mixtape-for-you) to receive such overwhelming amounts of contributions, with over 1600 submissions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Crowdsourced Video Projects:** There is a growing trend of creating crowd-sourced video projects that allow fans to contribute and showcase their talent. - **Tributes to Pop Icons:** The trend of creating fan-made tributes to pop icons like Michael Jackson is gaining popularity, highlighting the lasting influence of these artists. - **Global Fan Communities:** There is a trend of global fan communities coming together to celebrate and honor their favorite pop icons through collaborative projects like the 'Behind The Mask' tribute. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can capitalize on the trend of crowd-sourced video projects to engage fans and create interactive experiences. - **Music:** The music industry can leverage the trend of fan-made tributes to connect with fans on a deeper level and promote the legacy of iconic artists. - **Social Media:** Social media platforms can tap into the trend of global fan communities by providing spaces for fans to connect, collaborate, and share their creative works. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Global Guitar Searches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gibson-x-michael-j-fox.md) - [Collectable Singer-Honoring Coins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/george-michael-coin.md) - [Motion-Powered Songs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motionpowered-song.md) - [Fan-Made Burger Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-big-mac-signature.md) - [Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/where-are-you-going.md) - [Smartphone-Shot Festive Short Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-made-a-mixtape-for-you.md) - [Interactive Hologram Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-comic-con.md) - [Football Singer Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitchell-ness6.md) - [Iconic Touring Artist Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madonnas-makeup.md)