6 Most Famous Michael Jackson Songs
4. Beat It
The song ‘Beat It’ is one of Michael Jackson’s most fondly remembered songs till date. Like others, this song was also written and performed by the legend himself. It was the third solo hit song from the best-selling album Thriller. Rock guitarist Eddie Van Halen of Van Halen fame did the solo guitar part for this song as a favor, when asked by MJ. He did not ask for a single penny for the record of this song. The video of this song was an instant hit with his admirers, as it captured the best of MJ’s signature movements. “Beat It” won many accolades from the critics, including ‘Best Record of the Year’ in Grammys and ‘Best Male Rock Vocal Performance’ in American Music Awards.
5. Heal the World
It is known to the world that Michael Jackson was an avid philanthropist and hence, the song “Heal the World” was especially composed to convey his feeling towards the world. This song depicts how the world is suffering presently, and what impact it is going to have on the future generations. The song was from MJ’s hit and best-selling album ‘Dangerous’. This song was quite different from the rest of his songs, and was received positively all around the world. “Heal the World” is one of his best works and is relevant even today.
6. Black or White
This iconic single was released in 1991 with Michael Jackson on vocals and Bill Bottrell on the guitar. The extended video had ‘Home Alone’ child star Macaulay Culkin in an introductory acting scene. The video also showcased a number of dance styles from around the world with Jackson dancing in tandem. “Black or White” became the fastest chart topper in the Billboard Hot 100 since the Beatles’ “Get Back” in 1969. Its message of universal harmony and brotherhood made it a number one song in 19 countries across the globe.
All songs of Michael Jackson have been loved by his fans. When he breathed last, it was an end of a shining era. Thanks to these wonderful collections of songs, we can still relive the brilliant memories of MJ’s journey in the music industry.
