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  1. Pete

    Michael Jackson - Billie Jean

    Billie Jean helped cement the idea that a music video could define an artist’s image just as much as the song itself. The glowing floor, the sharp moves, and the confidence on screen made it instantly recognizable. This was a video people stopped on no matter what they were watching. It felt...
  2. On This Day January 2 1983 - Billie Jean by Michael Jackson Was Released as a Single

    On This Day January 2 1983 - Billie Jean by Michael Jackson Was Released as a Single

    On this day January 2 1983, Billie Jean by Michael Jackson was released as a single, quickly redefining the sound and presentation of mainstream pop music. The song stood out for its instantly recognizable bass line, tense narrative lyrics, and sleek production that set it apart from other...
  3. On This Day: March 10 1983 MTV Played Michael Jacksons Billie Jean Making Him the First Black Artist to Get Airplay on MTV

    On This Day: March 10 1983 MTV Played Michael Jacksons Billie Jean Making Him the First Black Artist to Get Airplay on MTV

    On this day March 10 1983 MTV aired Michael Jacksons Billie Jean marking the first time a Black artist received significant airplay on the network. Despite launching in 1981 MTV had initially focused on rock artists largely ignoring R&B and Black performers. Billie Jean changed that opening the...
  4. On This Day: March 5 1983 Billie Jean by Michael Jackson Became the Number One Song in America

    On This Day: March 5 1983 Billie Jean by Michael Jackson Became the Number One Song in America

    On this day March 5 1983, Michael Jackson’s hit song Billie Jean reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. The song would remain at the top spot from March 5 to April 22, dominating the charts and further solidifying Jackson’s place as the King of Pop. Billie Jean also hit number one in...
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    Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s. Please add to the discussion here.
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  6. Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    Michael Jackson: The King of Pop in the 80s

    Michael Jackson, often hailed as the King of Pop, dominated the music scene during the 1980s. His influence on music, dance, and fashion was unparalleled, and he set a new standard for entertainment that continues to inspire artists today. This article delves into Michael Jackson's extraordinary...
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    • 80s music 80s music history 80s music legends 80s pop culture bad album beat it billie jean michael jackson michael jackson 80s michael jackson dance michael jackson fashion michael jackson influence michael jackson legacy michael jackson philanthropy moonwalk mtv michael jackson thriller album we are the world
    • Category: 80s Music: Iconic Artists, Greatest Hits, and Classic Sounds
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