“I don’t think any of us knew how huge it was going to be”: The production tricks behind Michael Jackson's Billie Jean

Before it was put to bed there was the little matter of the title. Quincy Jones suggested changing the title to ‘Not My Lover’, thinking that record buyers would be confused that Jackson had written a ...

Michael Jackson’s 1983 Smash About a Delusional Fan Hides a Disturbing True Story

Its impact went far beyond the charts. “Billie Jean” contained an unforgettable blend of pop, R&B, and funk, paired with a ...
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Michael Jackson Charts A New Hit, A Decade And A Half After His Death

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” debuts at No. 23 on the R&B/Hip-Hop ...
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From 'Billie Jean' To The Vanguard Award: Michael Jackson’s Impact On MTV And Black Artist Recognition

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. Michael Jackson in Los Angeles, California (Photo by Ron ...