Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
"Billie Jean" is a song by American recording artist Michael Jackson, released as the second single from his sixth studio album, Thriller (1982). It was written by Jackson and produced by Jackson and Quincy Jones.
"Billie Jean" has achieved many successes both professionally and commercially. It was one of the best-selling singles of 1983 and one of the best-selling singles of all time. The song topped multiple charts, including the UK and the US. In addition, it also reached the top 10 in Austria, Italy, New Zealand, Norway and Sweden. "Billie Jean" was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 1989. Rolling Stone magazine listed the song at number 58 on its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. age. Honored with numerous accolades - including two Grammy Awards, an American Music Award, and inclusion in the Music Video Producers Museum - its song and music video made Thriller a best-selling album best run of all time.
Meaning: Regarding the meaning of the lyrics, there are different opinions surrounding this issue. One theory is that it comes from a real-life experience of Jackson, in which a female fan claimed that he (or one of the singer's brothers) was the father of one of the two children, her twin. However, Jackson revealed that "Billie Jean" was based on experiences from his friends.
Publishing year: Album: 1982; Singles: 1983