Greatest Michael Jackson song?
September 2nd, 2008 by Wade Tatangelo in News, Self-indulgent musings
I typically don’t agree with readers’ poll results (being a snotty critic and all), but when RollingStone.com asked its audience to name their favorite Michael Jackson song, they voted correctly: “Billie Jean.” It’s sonic perfection with a timeless message about the importance of DNA paternity testing.
The rest of the RS list, though, is shoddy. Doesn’t even include “Smooth Criminal.” Anyway, what’s your favorite song by the recently-turned-50-year-old Freak of Pop?
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September 2nd, 2008 at 5:53 pm
Agreed.
September 2nd, 2008 at 6:53 pm
“Dirty Diana” is a particular favorite, though I’m also partial to “Thriller,” “Don’t Stop ’til You Get Enough,” (hotness) “P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing),” (a classic) “Wanna Be Startin’ Something” … and I’m sorry, but the MJ/JanetJackson 1995 single, “Scream,” that came out on HIStory? That was badass.
(I bet none of ya’ll ever thought I was a fan of MJ, huh?)
September 3rd, 2008 at 12:21 am
“Rock With You” all the way
September 3rd, 2008 at 10:43 am
Dont Stop til you get Enough
September 4th, 2008 at 2:09 pm
The video for Scream is still my favorite. Classic anime style!
Best song?
P.Y.T. all da way!
September 5th, 2008 at 3:46 am
I like the sound of Butterflies (Invicible) and Money (HIStorz)
Lets say: Butterflies
September 5th, 2008 at 4:43 am
What??? Smooth Criminal is the BEST VIDEO…Best Song? Impossible to tell, too many good songs.
September 8th, 2008 at 12:33 am
Wow, this is a hard one. I would have a hard time picking a song from each album. Best video is between Smooth Criminal, and Thriller. Best song working Day and Night.
September 8th, 2008 at 12:43 pm
Definite favorite: “Rock With You.” Though I find it slightly disturbing that I agree with Sal.
September 10th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
No need to feel “slightly disturbed,” Franki. Even you are capable of reaching the refined taste of your esteemed colleague once in a while. Cherish this moment.