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Michael Jackson's official 4K music video for "Thriller"
Michael Jackson's 14-minute short film "Thriller" revolutionised the music video genre forever. Hailed as the greatest music video of all time by MTV, VH1, Rolling Stone and others, "Thriller," directed by John Landis, is also the only music video selected to be included in the Library of Congress' prestigious National Film Registry.
Michael Jackson's short film for "Thriller" was the third of three short films produced for recordings from Thriller, which continues its reign as the biggest selling album of all time with worldwide sales in excess of 105 million as of June 1, 2016 and in December 2015 became the first ever album to be awarded triple diamond status (i.e.: sales in excess of 30 million) by the RIAA for US sales alone. The "Thriller" single reached No. 1 in four countries in 1984, topping the U.S. Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart as well as charts in Spain, France and Belgium. The song peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100, making Thriller the first album to feature seven Top 10 singles. The Recording Industry Association of America certified "Thriller" Gold and Platinum on December 4, 1989.
The groundbreaking short films for the Thriller album, starting with "Billie Jean," following up with "Beat It" and culminating with the epic, nearly 14-minute "Thriller," truly expanded the possibilities of "music video" as art form. "I wanted something that would glue you to the set, something you'd want to watch over and over," Michael wrote in his 1988 memoir Moonwalk. "I wanted to be a pioneer in this relatively new medium and make the best short music movies we could make."
In the short film's extended prologue, Michael's moonlit date with his girlfriend (played by model Ola Ray) is interrupted by his sudden transformation into a howling werewolf. While the "real" Michael and Ola, observing the scene in a movie theatre, walk home from the their date, Michael teases her by singing the verses of "Thriller."
🎵 L Y R I C S 🎵:
'Cause this is thriller, thriller night
You hear the door slam and realize there's nowhere left to run
'Cause this is thriller, thriller night
Night creatures call
They're out to get you, there's demons closing in on every side (ooh)
That this is thriller, thriller night
'Cause this is thriller, thriller night
I'm gonna thrill you tonight
I'm gonna thrill you tonight
I'm gonna thrill you tonight (thriller)
The foulest stench is in the air
And though you fight to stay alive (ooh, I'm gonna thrill you tonight)
Written by Rod Temperton
THE SHORT FILM
Album Artist: Michael Jackson
#MichaelJackson #Thriller #Pop #Rock #1980sMusic #classicHits #Halloween #4k #Remastered
"You Can Leave Your Hat On" by Joe Cocker is a powerful ballad that showcases his soulful voice and emotional delivery. Originally written by Randy Newman, this track gained immense popularity after being featured in the film "9½ Weeks", with Kim Basinger and Mickey Rourke. Its passionate lyrics and memorable melody make it a timeless classic that resonates with listeners even today.
🎵 L Y R I C S 🎵:
You can leave your hat on
Go over there, turn on the lights
You give me reason to live
Sweet darling
Sax Solo:
(You can leave your hat on)
(You can leave your hat on)
Suspicious minds are talkin'
They don't know what love is
There ain't no way
Album Artist: Joe Cocker
#JoeCocker #Cocker #youCanLeaveYourHatOn #rock #soul #1980sMusic #timelessClassic #filmMusic #soundTrack #coverMusic
"Billie Jean" was the first short film made for 'Thriller,' the biggest-selling album of all time. The short film for this No. 1 single, directed by Steve Barron, made history as the first video by a black artist to receive heavy rotation on MTV, and was later ranked by the network as one of the 100 greatest music videos of all time.
Michael Jackson's short film for "Billie Jean" was the first of three short films produced for recordings from Thriller, which continues its reign as the biggest selling album of all time with worldwide sales in excess of 105 million as of June 1, 2016 and in December, 2015 became the first ever album to be awarded triple diamond status by the RIAA for US sales alone. The ""Billie Jean"" single reached No. 1 in 10 countries in the spring of 1983, including seven consecutive weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 - becoming the second-highest selling single in America that same year.
"Billie Jean" was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America on April 4, 1983, and Platinum on February 4, 1989. The song won two Grammy Awards for Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance - Male, as well as an American Music Award for Favorite Single - Pop/Rock and was also named the Single of the Year on The Village Voice Pazz & Jop critics' poll in 1983.
The short film featured a paparazzo attempting to photograph Jackson as he danced through an urban landscape. A specially created set featured steps and sidewalk tiles that lit up underneath Michael's feet. It is here that fans first saw some of Michael's best-known dance moves, such as spinning and landing on his toes. Many of Michael's steps and mannerisms in the video would become forever associated with The King of Pop.
When the chorus hit.he sprung into this dance that was unlike anything I'd ever seen, director Steve Barron recounted of Jackson's choreography in the video. "It was just extraordinary, instinctive. He pulled it all together and turned it into what we saw.The camera literally steamed up, the eyepiece steamed up, because of my heat from what I was seeing." Barron also recalled the crew breaking into spontaneous applause after Michael finished dancing.
The "Billie Jean" short film made history as the first video by a black artist to be played in heavy rotation on MTV, then in its second year. In 1992, the short film was inducted into the Music Video Producers Hall of Fame. MTV ranked "Billie Jean" as the 35th greatest music video of all time in 1999, one of three entries of Jackson's on the chart alongside "Thriller" and "Beat It."
🎵 L Y R I C S 🎵:
People always told me, "Be careful of what you do
Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
For 40 days and for 40 nights, I was on her side
People always told me, "Be careful of what you do
Billie Jean is not my lover (hoo)
Hee! Hoo!
She says I am the one, uh
She says I am the one (no)
Yeah, Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
Written & Composed by Michael Jackson
THE SHORT FILM
Album Artist: Michael Jackson
#MichaelJackson #Thriller #BillieJean #Pop #1980sMusic #classicHits
Official Music Video for "Billie Jean" by Michael Jackson
Experience the enchanting collaboration between Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Wuh Oh in their latest track "Hypnotized." This dynamic duo brings together their unique sounds to create a mesmerizing pop anthem that captivates listeners. With its infectious beat and stunning visuals, "Hypnotized" is sure to be a standout hit in 2025.
🎵 L Y R I C S 🎵:
Verses 1 & 2:
Pre chorus 1:
Pre 2
Album Artist: Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Wuh Oh
#SophieEllisBextor #WuhOh #Perimenopop #Hypnotized #Pop #2020sMusic #newMusic #HouseRemix
Discover the captivating sounds of Sophie Ellis-Bextor in her latest track "Taste." This vibrant song showcases her unique style and lyrical depth, making it a must-listen for fans of pop music. With a blend of catchy melodies and engaging visuals, "Taste" is set to be a highlight of 2025's music scene.
🎵 L Y R I C S 🎵:
Baby, I don't know what goes into your recipe
Just like citrus
Taste
Taste
You've got stars all year round
Spice of life felt twice the fun
Taste
Taste
Your love so sweet, tastes so good to me (you know you've got it)
Taste
Taste
Your love so sweet, tastes so good to me
Album Artist: Sophie Ellis-Bextor
#SophieEllisBextor #Perimenopop #Taste #Pop #2020sMusic #newMusic
"Freedom Of The Night" by Sophie Ellis-Bextor is an empowering anthem that celebrates liberation and self-expression. Released in 2024, this track combines her signature pop sound with uplifting lyrics, encouraging listeners to embrace their true selves. With its infectious beat and catchy chorus, it’s a perfect addition to any playlist that aims to inspire and energise.
🎵 L Y R I C S 🎵:
Wake up
By the dreams come true
I can feel energy
I can feel energy
Give into what she wants
Don't check the clock
By the dreams come true
I can feel energy
I can feel energy
Give into what she wants (give in to what she wants)
Ooh, when the moon is higher feels this way (give into what she wants)
I can feel energy
VIDEO CREDITS:
Directors: Sophie Muller & Theo Adams
Head of Production: Fiona Bamford-Phillips
Casting: Hammond & Cox
1st Assistant Director: Chris Kelly
Director of Photography: Robbie Ryan
Sophie's Stylist: Lola Chatterton
DRESS LOOK:
Tracksuit: custom
Production Designer: Harrison Clark
Movement Director: Polly Bennet
Medic: Sally Van Den Hout
Edit: Sophie Muller
Post: Rascal Post
Mini Sophie: Harriet Rogers (Mum: Grace Rodgers)
Judge 1: Colin Stinton
MC: Ted Dogliani
Parent 1: Ira Mandela Siobhan
Label: Decca Records
Social Media Manager: Zoe Saunderson
Sophie Ellis-Bextor is managed by Wallace Productions
A SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Album Artist: Sophie Ellis-Bextor
#SophieEllisBextor #MurderInTheNight #FreedomOfTheNight #Pop #Dance #2020sMusic
The song Crying At The Discotheque would usually want a video recorded in - you guessed it - a disco or club, but I have been thinking so much recently about all my musician and crew friends who can't work at the moment, I thought a video where I film in as many empty London venues as possible would highlight all that's on hold at the moment.
I worked again with my favourite team for my videos, Sophie Muller, Robbie Ryan and Lisa Laudat, and we did all 7 venues in one day. It was strangely moving performing in those places to no crowd when I'd sang in them previously so full of life. I hope it brings home the gap in our culture at the moment.
Lyrics:
The golden years, the silver tears
Crying at the discotheque
I saw you crying
Tonight's the night at the danceteria
The golden years, the silver tears
Crying at the discotheque
I saw you crying
The golden years, the silver tears
Crying at the discotheque
Album Artist: Sophie Ellis-Bextor
#SophieEllisBextor #SongsFromTheKitchenDisco #CryingAtTheDiscotheque #Pop #Dance #2020sMusic
Quatrième épisode de CHROMA.
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