Michael Jackson‘s “Billie Jean” deeply impressed an important R&B musician. He said that the track could have been transformed into 12 different hit songs if Jackson had divided it up in a certain way ...

Michael Jackson‘s “Billie Jean” is a song about a man who may or may not have fathered a child with a woman he doesn’t like. One of Jackson’s brothers explained the song’s connection to Motown founder ...

In 1982, Michael Jackson released the album Thriller, and life was never the same. The album remains the best-selling record of all time, thanks in part to the song “Billie Jean,” produced by Jackson ...

*Michael Jackson’s music continues to resonate with audiences decades after it first debuted. From timeless classics like “I Want You Back” and “Beat It” to the iconic “Thriller” and “Man in the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. October is a huge month for Michael Jackson. The late musician’s ...

This video examines why Billie Jean became the defining moment of Michael Jackson’s career. It traces how the song’s release and a pivotal televised performance propelled him into global superstardom.

While Jackson’s catalog remains a bestseller, his performance on Billboard’s global charts is limited, with “Billie Jean” as one of his rare entries. VARIOUS, VARIOUS - JUNE 25: **IMAGE RESTRICTED - ...