WHY
Why was Michael Jackson the King of Pop?
Michael Jackson earned his place as the King of Pop through his exceptional talent, groundbreaking performances, and unparalleled influence in the music industry. His solo career, highlighted by albums like “Off the Wall” and “Thriller,” solidified his position as a force to be reckoned with.
In addition to his fame, Jackson is the most successful entertainer of all time, the most depicted cultural figure of the century, has the biggest selling album of all time (Thriller), the most watched interview ever, the most watched music video of all time,[148] along with being the most awarded artist in history.
SONGS
My favorite songs by Michael Jackson
Beat It
"Beat It" is a song by American singer-songwriter Michael Jackson. It was written and composed by Jackson and produced by Quincy Jones and co-produced by Jackson. Jones encouraged Jackson to include a rock song on the album. It includes a guitar solo by Eddie Van Halen.
Release Date
February 14, 1983
Lyrics
They told him, "Don't you ever come around here"
"Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear"
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
So beat it, just beat it
You better run, you better do what you can
Remember The Time
"Remember the Time" is a song written and composed by Teddy Riley, Jackson and Bernard Belle, and produced by Riley and Jackson. The song's lyrics are written about remembering having fallen in love with someone. it was an R&B song fused with new jack swing
Release Date
January 14, 1992
Lyrics
I don't know, bet you wanna try
Every time you see
Do you remember
When we fell in love?
We were young and innocent then
Do you remember
How it all began?
Thriller
"Thriller" is a funk song featuring a repeating synthesizer bassline and lyrics and sound effects evoking horror films. It was produced by Quincy Jones and written by Rod Temperton, who wanted to write a theatrical song to suit Jackson's love of film. It has been named the greatest music video of all time.
Release Date
January 23, 1984
Lyrics
It's close to midnight
And something evil's lurking in the dark
Under the moonlight
You see a sight that almost stops your heart
You try to scream
But terror takes the sound before you make it