Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean"
One Song14 Jan

Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean"

What makes “Billie Jean” one of the most timeless pop songs ever? Diallo Riddle and LUXXURY dive into Michael Jackson’s masterpiece, unpacking its iconic (and borrowed) bassline, the innovative engineering that shaped its unmistakable sound, and how the song transformed MJ from superstar into a singular cultural force. Songs Discussed: “Billie Jean” - Michael Jackson (01:17) “C Is For Cookie (Funky Version)” - Cookie Monster (04:05) “Take On Me” - a-ha (06:34) “Pass the Dutchie” - Musical Youth (07:20) “Nightline” - Pointer Sisters (12:03) “Nightline” - Ellen Foley (12:10) “Should I Stay or Should I Go” - The Clash (12:40) “The Lady In My Life” - Michael Jackson (13:45) “The Girl Is Mine” - Michael Jackson & Paul McCartney (14:54) “Say Say Say” - Paul McCartney & Michael Jackson (15:13) “Hey Lover” - LL Cool J feat. Boyz II Men (15:57) “Wake Up” - Bill Wolfer (21:08) “State Of Independence” - Jon & Vangelis (25:52) “State Of Independence” - Donna Summer (28:01) “Only You” - Steve Monite (57:42) “Desperate Journalist In Ongoing Meaningful Review Situation” - The Cure (58:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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