Introduction:
Memory Concepts: Billie Jean (The Beginning of the Moonwalk)
“Billie Jean” is a song from the 1982 album Thriller. There are many different opinions on this topic regarding the meaning of the text. One theory is that this is a true story of Michael Jordan, with a female fan claiming that Michael (or one of his brothers) is the father of one of the twins. They do it for money and fame. but it is not the truth.
“Billie Jean” was a huge success 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 many charts, including the UK and US. Additionally, it reached the top ten in Austria, Italy, New Zealand, Norway and Sweden. In 1989, “Billie Jean” was certified as platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Rolling Stone magazine ranked the song at number 58 on their list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. age.
Winner of numerous awards – including two Grammy Awards, an American Music Award and inclusion in the Music Video Makers Museum. The song and its accompanying music video made Thriller the best-selling album of all time.
It was one of the first three songs by a black artist to receive widespread airplay on MTV.
At Motown 25, Michael Jackson performed his famous moonwalk dance for the first time, which later became an integral part of everyone’s conversation.
It can be said that “Billie Jean” is an essential song on Michael Jackson’s tour.
Did You Know?
- Michael Jackson: Often hailed as the “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson’s unparalleled talent transcended generations. He was not only a legendary singer but also an accomplished dancer, songwriter, and entertainer. His influence on the music industry is immeasurable, and “Billie Jean” is just one example of his groundbreaking work.
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Lyrics
She was more like a beauty queen from a movie sceneI said don’t mind, but what do you mean, I am the one Who will dance on the floor in the round? She said I am the one, who will dance on the floor in the roundShe told me her name was Billie Jean, as she caused a sceneThen every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one Who will dance on the floor in the roundPeople always told me be careful of what you doAnd don’t go around breaking young girls’ hearts And mother always told me be careful of who you love And be careful of what you do ’cause the lie becomes the truthBillie Jean is not my loverShe’s just a girl who claims that I am the one But the kid is not my son She says I am the one, but the kid is not my sonFor forty days and forty nightsThe law was on her side But who can stand when she’s in demand Her schemes and plans ‘Cause we danced on the floor in the round So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice (Do think twice, do think twice)She told my baby we’d danced ’til three, then she looked at meThen showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no) ‘Cause we danced on the floor in the round, babyPeople always told me be careful of what you doAnd don’t go around breaking young girls’ hearts She came and stood right by me Just the smell of sweet perfume This happened much too soon She called me to her roomBillie Jean is not my loverShe’s just a girl who claims that I am the one But the kid is not my sonBillie Jean is not my loverShe’s just a girl who claims that I am the one But the kid is not my son She says I am the one, but the kid is not my sonShe says I am the one, but the kid is not my sonBillie Jean is not my loverShe’s just a girl who claims that I am the one But the kid is not my son She says I am the one, but the kid is not my sonShe says I am the oneYou know what you did, (she says he is my son) breaking my heart babe She says I am the oneBillie Jean is not my loverBillie Jean is not my lover Billie Jean is not my lover Billie Jean is not my lover (don’t Billie Jean) Billie Jean is not my lover Billie Jean is not my lover