GeorgiaMMusic

Michael's amazing! Man In The Mirror, Heal The World, Keep The Faith - they're all anthems!! And his music videos aren't just music videos, each of them tell a story through his incredible dance and acting skills. Supposedly a new album is being released this year of unreleased tracks MJ did...

Soulflower

He was an exceptional singer, dancer, producer and songwriter. I can not say the same for most pop stars but MJ excelled in all areas. We will never see a talent like him ever again.

Soulflower

Yesterday Michael Jackson fans sent Valentines Flowers to Forest Lawn

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...eater& refid=17







This was a very sweet gesture.

Soulflower

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op Rewind: Michael Jackson “Billie Jean”
February 22, 2014 by Tim Ferrar
From a music history standpoint, Michael Jackson really had two careers: a child singing star who stole the spotlight among his brothers early on as part of the Jackson 5; and his emergence as the “King of Pop” in the 1980s. This week’s rewind, “Billie Jean,” the second single from 1982’s breakthrough album Thriller, is one of the songs that helped propel Jackson’s second career into megastardom.
Ironically, “Billie Jean” almost didn’t make the track list for Thriller, as producer Quincy Jones didn’t feel the song was strong enough (proving that even Quincy Jones can make a mistake). Nevertheless, it seemed the song was destined to be a game-changer in the pop scene. Audio engineer Bruce Swedien reportedly mixed the song a whopping 91 times attempting to heed Jones’ instructions to create a never-before-heard drum sound. And even after becoming a worldwide hit, “Billie Jean” became a ground-breaker in another way, as Jackson used it to unveil his signature “moonwalk” dance move on national television. Appearing on the 1983 TV special Motown 25: Yesterday, Today and Forever, Jackson broke out the move only twice during his performance—a few seconds’ worth of television footage—but those few seconds launched a global phenomenon as millions of young people began attempting to copy the move.
Today, “Billie Jean” remains one of the best-selling singles of all time, and the Motown 25 performance has made many lists as of the all-time most powerful moments in television history. Below is the official video for “Billie Jean,” along with Jackson’s appearance on Motown 25. Enjoy!

djchameleon

You should use this thread to highlight those hidden gem songs that people don't know about that I said I would eventually get around to listening to.

The not so popular ones.

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Fame, fortune, power, titties. People say these are the most crucial things in life, but you can have a pocket full o' gold and it doesn't mean sh*t if you don't have someone to share that gold with. Seems simple. Yet it's an important lesson to learn. Even lone wolves run in packs sometimes.

Soulflower

Yea I actually was going to do that but glad that you are interested gives me more motivation to do it

Soulflower

I am going to discuss all of MJ's earlier Motown solo albums when he was still in the Jackson 5 (because they have a ton of gems on them that never get talked about) and discuss hidden gems from his adult solo albums. I will also discuss facts about music videos, unreleased songs, demos, remixes etc. If anybody has a request or something they want discussed please let me know.


Michael Jackson's solo debut Got To Be There 1972

released by Motown Records on January 24, 1972





1. Ain't No Sunshine
2. I Wanna Be Where You Are
3. Girl Don't Take Your Love From Me
4. In Our Small Way
5. Got To Be There
6. Rockin Robin
7. Wings of My Love
8. Maria (You Were The Only One)
9. Love Is Here and Now Your Gone
10. You've Got Friend







Fun fact: The album is certified gold in the USA (900,000) and has sold over 3 million copies world wide


Full Album Listen Here:


Fun Fact: MJ was 13/14 when he recorded the album




Fun Fact: in 1972 was the last running series of the Jackson 5 animated television series. However, the Jacksons did not voice their characters. The only celebrity that actually voiced their character was Diana Ross. Director:Arthur Rankin, Jr.
Jules Bass

Album Singles:

"Got to Be There"
Released: October 7, 1971 (US); January 3, 1972 (UK)
"Rockin' Robin"
Released: February 17, 1972 (US); May 27, 1972 (UK)
"I Wanna Be Where You Are"
Released: May 2, 1972
"Ain't No Sunshine"
Released: July 3, 1972 (UK only)


Fun trivia: MJ covers two songs on this album, which one are they? One of them is pretty easy


My Review:

This is a stellar debut. MJ sings like a 45 year old man trapped in a little kid's body. He embodies soul and pours so much emotion into his singing. His vocals are powerful and strong. The subject matter is very mature for a 13 year old but his singing makes you forget some of the mature lyrics. There are a few splashes of bubble gum soul/pop like Rockin Robin and Wanna Be Where You Are that reminds you that this is still a kid. They are fun, upbeat and nice to dance too.

Highlights: Ain't No Sunshine, Got To Be There, Maria, Wanna Be Where You Are.

Most of the stronger songs ironically are the maturer songs. I've cried to many times while listening to "Got to Be There". This album clearly shows that MJ was born to be a superstar and a superstar outside of the Jackson 5. If anybody questions the vocal range and talent of MJ I would recommend anybody to point to these selection of songs. The highlighted really exemplify his talent as a vocalist and especially the unique quality of his singing. It is one thing to be a good singer but it is another to move people with your voice and MJ mastered that way beyond his years. He was clearly something special even at such a young age.



Album Facts:
Writers: Carole King, Leon Ware, Arthur T-Boy, Willie Hutch, Freddie Perren, Holland- Dozier, Lawrence Brown, Linda Glover, George Gordy, Allen Story, Berry Gordy Jr, Deke Richards, Beatrice Verdi, Christine Yarian



Motown released "Got To Be There" around the same time as Donny Osmond's solo debut. They were back to back on the charts with one another. Despite the chart competition, MJ and Donny were really good friends growing up. They both come from musical families and were the star's of their group.


MJ on the Dating Game in 1972


This is so adorable lol

Fun fact: "Got to be there" peaked at number 14 on the US pop albums chart and number 3 on the US R&B album chart when it was released

Soulflower

Answer to Trivia Question:

MJ covers two songs on this album which are:

Bill Withers- Ain't No Sunshine

The Supremes- Love is Here and Now your Gone




I am going just go out of order and discuss a MJ album at random to make it more interesting