“Billie Jean” is a song by the American recording artist Michael Jackson. It is the second single from the singer’s sixth solo album, Thriller (1982). It was written and composed by Jackson and produced by him and Quincy Jones. There are contradictory claims to what the song’s lyrics refer to. One suggests that they are derived from a real-life experience, in which a female fan claimed that Jackson had fathered one of her twins. However, Jackson himself stated that “Billie Jean” was based on groupies he had encountered. The song is well known for its distinctive bassline and Jackson’s vocal hiccups. The song was mixed 91 times by audio engineer Bruce Swedien before it was finalized.
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Michael Jackson – Black Or White
“Black or White” is a single by American singer-songwriter Michael Jackson. The song was released by Epic Records on November 11, 1991 as the first single from Jackson’s eighth studio album, Dangerous. It was written, composed and produced by Michael Jackson and Bill Bottrell.
Michael Jackson – Hold My Hand (feat Akon)
“Hold My Hand” is a duet performed by American recording artist Michael Jackson and Senegalese-American singer-songwriter Akon, from Jackson’s first posthumous album Michael. The song was originally recorded by Akon and Jackson in 2008. The song was an international top 20 hit in nations such as Germany, Canada, and the United Kingdom.