Billie Jean
7 related song personnel credits via Billie Jean.
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Michael Jackson Lead Vocals · Producer · Songwriter -
Quincy Jones Producer -
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Ndugu Chancler Drums
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Louis Johnson Bass Guitar -
Greg Phillinganes Synthesizers / Fender Rhodes -
Jeff Porcaro Drums -
Bruce Swedien Engineer
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“The Girl Is Mine” released as single
"The Girl Is Mine" released as a single from Thriller.
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Thriller released
Sixth studio album. Produced by Quincy Jones. Becomes the best-selling album of all time.
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Motown 25 — moonwalk debut
Michael performs "Billie Jean" at the Motown 25 TV special, debuting the moonwalk to a worldwide audience. The performance is broadcast on 16 May 1983.
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“Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin'” released as single
"Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’" released as a single from Thriller.
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“P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)” released as single
"P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" released as a single from Thriller.
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“Thriller” short film premieres
The 14-minute John Landis-directed short film for Thriller premieres on MTV. Becomes the most-played video in MTV history.
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Michael wins four Canadian Black Music Awards
At the first annual Black Gold Awards produced by Dick Clark, Michael wins four awards including honours for Thriller, Billie Jean and Beat It.
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Michael wins eight American Music Awards
Michael wins eight awards at the 11th American Music Awards, including honours for Thriller, Billie Jean and Beat It, plus the special Award of Merit.
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