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# Thriller 40

Celebrating the biggest selling album of all time

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## Posts

- [A Look At The 1984 Michael Jackson LJN Toy Dolls](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/a-look-at-the-1984-michael-jackson-ljn-toy-dolls/) - A closer look at the 1984 Michael Jackson dolls and outfits, that were made to represent Michael from his music videos, public appearances, and single covers.
- [New Immersive Experience Coming To Las Vegas](https://www.thriller40.com/news/new-immersive-experience-coming-to-las-vegas/) - After the success of the "Thriller 40" immersive events in Germany and New York last year, a new immersive event will take place in Vegas for Michael's birthday.
- ['Thriller 40' Documentary Coming December 2nd](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-documentary-coming-december-2nd/) - "Thriller 40," directed by Nelson George, debuts Dec 2nd on Paramount+. Dive into rare footage and interviews from Michael's iconic album and its lasting impact.
- ['Michael' Biopic Teaser Drops Ahead Of April 2026 Release](https://www.thriller40.com/news/michael-biopic-teaser-drops-ahead-of-april-2026-release/) - The first trailer for the April 2026 biopic “Michael” has arrived, giving fans a first look at the upcoming film about the life and legacy of the King of Pop.
- ['Thriller' Single Hits Highest UK Chart Position Ever, And More](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-single-hits-highest-uk-chart-position-ever-and-more/) - Over 40 years on, Michael’s "Thriller" single reaches a new peak at No. 9 on the UK charts, driven by fan campaign the Thriller Challenge and renewed Halloween buzz.
- [Quincy Jones Dies, Aged 91](https://www.thriller40.com/news/quincy-jones-dies-aged-91/) - The iconic music producer Quincy Jones has passed away. His 70+ year career, highlighted by shaping Michael Jackson's sound, left an indelible mark on pop music.
- [In Memoriam](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/in-memoriam/) - As we mark the 40th anniversary "Thriller" we wanted to take a moment and remember all those who helped make the album such a success, but are no long with us.
- ['Thriller' Enters The YouTube Billion Club](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-enters-the-youtube-billion-club/) - Michael's "Thriller" video has now been viewed over a billion times on YouTube, making him the first 20th-century artist with four videos over a billion views.
- [New 'Billie Jean' Funko POP!](https://www.thriller40.com/news/new-billie-jean-funko-pop/) - Funko POP! has unveiled their ninth Michael Jackson figure, Billie Jean, featuring his iconic black suit, pink shirt, and red bowtie from his 1983 short film.
- ['We Are The World' Documentary Coming To Netflix](https://www.thriller40.com/news/we-are-the-world-documentary-coming-to-netflix/) - Netflix has a new documentary about "We Are the World," called "The Greatest Night in Pop." It will premiere at Sundance and be available to stream from Jan 29th.
- ['The Greatest Night In Pop' Trailer Released By Netflix](https://www.thriller40.com/news/the-greatest-night-in-pop-trailer-released-by-netflix/) - Netflix has released the official trailer for their upcoming documentary "The Greatest Night In Pop," which chronicles the making of "We Are The World" in 1985.
- [Alternate 'Thriller' Album Cover Photos Available At Auction](https://www.thriller40.com/news/alternate-thriller-album-cover-photos-available-at-auction/) - Five one-of-a-kind, incredibly rare Polaroids from the "Thriller" album photoshoot by Dick Zimmerman, and the camera used, are up for auction until December 9th.
- ['Beat It' Hits 1 Billion Views On YouTube](https://www.thriller40.com/news/beat-it-hits-1-billion-views-on-youtube/) - Michael Jackson's "Beat It" short film has become his second to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube, cementing his enduring legacy and appeal across generations.
- ['Thriller' Hits Number 21 On Billboard Hot 100](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-hits-number-21-on-billboard-hot-100/) - 40 years after release, Michael's spook song 'Thriller' has hit #21 on the Billboard Hot 100, buoyed by Halloween craze with significant streaming and downloads.
- ['Thriller' Mob Dance Thrills The Streets Of New York](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-mob-dance-thrills-the-streets-of-new-york/) - New York City's Halloween parade dazzled with a viral "Thriller" dance tribute, mesmerizing over 2 million spectators and capturing lots of attention on social media.
- ['Thriller' Re-Enters UK Single Charts At 14 Year High](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-re-enters-uk-single-charts-at-14-year-high/) - "Thriller" hits the top 20 UK singles charts again, its highest since Michael's passing in 2009, proving its lasting Halloween appeal as royal horror pop legacy.
- ['Thriller 40' Official Apparel Released In New Collection](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-official-apparel-released-in-new-collection/) - Michael's Estate's online store, which offers iconic MJ apparel, has released a new collection called "MJ Volume No. 2," celebrating Thriller's 40th anniversary.
- [Special Edition Grammy Awards Funko Pop! Coming Soon](https://www.thriller40.com/news/special-edition-grammy-awards-funko-pop-coming-soon/) - A third "Thriller" era Funko Pop! is being released, this time showing Michael Jackson at the 1984 Grammy Awards. It's part of the exclusive "Diamond" collection.
- [Funko Introduces New 'Thriller' Album Cover Pop! Figure](https://www.thriller40.com/news/funko-introduces-new-thriller-album-cover-pop-figure/) - Funko revealed a new Pop! figure this week at the Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, depicting Michael from the "Thriller" album cover. It even includes a small tiger.
- [More 'Thriller' Themed Funko Pop's To Be Released](https://www.thriller40.com/news/more-thriller-themed-funko-pops-to-be-released/) - Two "Thriller" themed Funko Pop! figures are being released. One depicts the album cover, while the other has Michael in his iconic outfit from the short film.
- ['Sonic Fantasy' Available For A Limited Time](https://www.thriller40.com/news/sonic-fantasy-available-for-a-limited-time/) - "Sonic Fantasy," the documentary on recording engineer Bruce Swedien's impact on the sound of the "Thriller" album, is available to watch online until June 1st.
- [Documentary Delayed Due To "Technical Reasons"](https://www.thriller40.com/news/documentary-delayed-due-to-technical-reasons/) - In an Instagram post, John Branca has confirmed that the "Thriller 40" documentary will be coming out this year, and it was postponed due to technical reasons.
- [Nelson George Comments On Documentary](https://www.thriller40.com/news/nelson-george-comments-on-documentary/) - During a new interview, Nelson George, who has directed the "Thriller 40" Documentary, made a brief comment on its possible release date being later this year.
- [When Will 'Thriller 40' Documentary Be Released?](https://www.thriller40.com/news/when-will-thriller-40-documentary-be-released/) - Michael's Estate has finally broken a six month silence on what's happening with the "Thriller 40" documentary, which had an early screening back in November.
- ['Thriller' Top 5 Seller Of 2023 So Far](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-top-5-seller-of-2023-so-far/) - The "Thriller" album continues to be a strong seller as we enter 2023, with physical sales so far this year making it the fifth best selling album of the year.
- [Nate Giorgio Celebrates 'Thriller 40' With New Artwork](https://www.thriller40.com/news/nate-giorgio-celebrates-thriller-40with-new-artwork/) - Artist Nate Giorgio has posted online concepts he created to celebrate "Thriller 40" that were commissioned by Sony Music but ultimately never officially used.
- ['Thriller' Rises On The Billboard Charts](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-rises-on-the-billboard-charts/) - The 40th anniversary edition of the "Thriller" album has moved up 9 spots on this weeks Billboard 200. Now sitting at number 28, when it was previously at 37.
- ['Thriller' Remains In The Top 20 On Billboard 200](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-remains-in-the-top-20-on-billboard-200/) - "Thriller" remains in the Top 20 this week on the Billboard 200, making its 550th week on the album chart, a testament to the enduring popularity of the album.
- ['Thriller' Video Was Released 39 Years Ago Today](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-video-was-released-39-years-ago-today/) - The short film for "Thriller" was released today in 1983. The social app Timehop marked it anniversary with a bespoke image of their mascot dancing with Michael.
- [Bruce Swedien On 'Thriller' Track By Track](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/bruce-swedien-on-thriller-track-by-track/) - Bruce Swedien was a key player in making the "Thriller" album. The recording engineer passed away in 2020 but gave a track by track breakdown of the album in 2009.
- [Documentary Preview Screened Across The World](https://www.thriller40.com/news/documentary-preview-screened-across-the-world/) - An early cut of the upcoming "Thriller" documentary has been screened at movie theaters in major cities around the world and included Victory Tour footage in 4K.
- [What Happened To Niteline And Hot Street?](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/what-happened-to-niteline-and-hot-street/) - Three tracks recorded for the "Thriller" album, "Trouble," "Niteline" and "Hot Street," have been leaked in the past. But only one made it on to "Thriller 40."
- [Today We Celebrate - Happy 40th Anniversary 'Thriller'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/today-we-celebrate-happy-40th-anniversary-thriller/) - "Thriller" was released forty years ago toady. November 30th, 1982. We celebrate the landmark album with our in-depth timeline of events from the "Thriller" era.
- ['Thriller' Is The Number One Catalog Album](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-is-the-number-one-catalog-album/) - Michael's charted in multiple Billboard lists, including number one on the Catalog Albums chart. He also appears high on the Billboard 200, R&B, Vinyl and Artist.
- ['Thriller' Album Enters Billboard At Number 7](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-album-enters-billboard-at-number-7/) - "Thriller" has entered the top 10 on the Billboard 200 for the first time since 1984, coming in at number seven on this weeks album charts selling 37,000 copies.
- [Weird Al Yankovic's 'Eat It' Released In 4K](https://www.thriller40.com/news/weird-al-yankovics-eat-it-released-in-4k/) - Coincidently in the run up to the 40th anniversary of "Thriller," comedy music artist Weird Al Yankovic has released his classic "Eat It" video in 4K on YouTube.
- ['Thriller' Enters Top 20 In The UK Album Charts](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-enters-top-20-in-the-uk/) - A week after the release of "Thriller 40," the album has cracked the Top 20 in the UK album charts, which gave the iconic album its 260th week on the UK charts.
- [SiriusXM To Air 'Thriller' Special Later This Month](https://www.thriller40.com/news/siriusxm-to-air-thriller-special-later-this-month/) - In celebration of the 40th anniversary of "Thriller," The Michael Jackson Channel will return to SiriusXM for a limited time on November 23 and include a special.
- [New Official Audio Animation On YouTube](https://www.thriller40.com/news/new-official-audio-animation-on-youtube/) - Sony Music has uploaded new animated official audio videos with swirly neon lights to YouTube for tracks that don't have a short film from the "Thriller" album.
- [John Branca Addresses Tribute Cancellation](https://www.thriller40.com/news/john-branca-addresses-tribute-cancellation/) - John Branca has released a video damning ABC TV for cancelling the Michael Jackson tribute that was due to be performed by Chris Brown and Ciara at the AMA's.
- [Chris Brown AMA "Thriller" Tribute Cancelled](https://www.thriller40.com/news/chris-brown-ama-thriller-tribute-cancelled/) - Chris Brown has released a video rehearsal for a "Thriller" tribute he was going to perform at the American Music Awards, before it was cancelled with no reason.
- [Apple Music Releases 'Thriller' In Dolby Atmos](https://www.thriller40.com/news/apple-music-releases-thriller-in-dolby-atmos/) - The "Thriller" album is now available in Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Lossless audio format on Apple Music. This allows it to sound like it's coming from different angles.
- ['Thriller 40' Out Now!](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-out-now/) - After six months of waiting the day has finally come, "Thriller 40" is in the hands of the fans and general public! Stream the complete album and buy it today!!
- [Watch Maxwell performing ‘The Lady In My Life’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/watch-maxwell-performing-the-lady-in-my-life/) - At the Billboard Music Awards, Grammy winning artist Maxwell performed Michael’s beautiful "The Lady In My Life" to celebrate 40 years of the "Thriller" album.
- ['Thriller' Gets Animated Covers on Apple Music](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-gets-animated-covers-on-apple-music/) - Apple Music has updated the original "Thriller" album cover, as well as the new "Thriller 40" cover to have awesome animations in their app and on their website.
- ['Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'' Lyrics Video Announced](https://www.thriller40.com/news/wanna-be-startin-somethin-lyrics-video-announced/) - A teaser has been released for an animated lyric video for the song "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'." The full video will be released on YouTube on Monday at 7am.
- [‘Thriller’ 4K Added To YouTube](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-4k-added-to-youtube/) - The most popular video streaming service in the world now has the most famous and popular music video of all time. “Thriller” is now on YouTube in stunning 4K.
- ['Thriller' and 'Beat It' Hit The Top Of The Video Charts](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-and-beat-it-hit-the-top-of-the-charts/) - In just 24 hours of the 4K versions of "Thriller" and "Beat It" being released on Apple Music, they've shot straight to the top of the iTunes Music Video chart.
- ['Beat It' 4K Added To YouTube](https://www.thriller40.com/news/beat-it-4k-added-to-youtube/) - YouTube, the most popular video streaming service in the world, now has "Beat It" in 4K resolution for the first time. "Thriller" and "Billie Jean" will be next.
- ['Thriller' And 'Beat It' Now in 4K on Apple](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-and-beat-it-now-in-4k-on-apple/) - Apple Music and iTunes now have the 4K versions of "Thriller" and "Beat It" to watch. We're still waiting for "Billie Jean" and for the videos to be on YouTube.
- [YouTube Thumbnails Updated In 4K](https://www.thriller40.com/news/youtube-thumbnails-updated-in-4k/) - The thumbnails used on the YouTube videos "Thriller" and "Beat It" seemed to have been updated today to a 4K resolution. "Billie Jean" is yet to be updated.
- [Stationhead Streaming Parties For 'Thriller 40'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/stationhead-streaming-parties-for-thriller-40/) - To celebrate the release of "Thriller 40" next Friday, fans will be putting on live streaming parties of the album via Stationhead. The schedule is posted here.
- ['Thriller 40' Bonus Track: 'Who Do You Know'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-who-do-you-know/) - The final bonus track for "Thriller 40" has been announced as "Who Do You Know." Michael first started working on it in 1980 and again in 1982 for "Thriller."
- [Pre-Order 'Thriller 40' - Tracks Will Be Announced Soon](https://www.thriller40.com/news/pre-order-thriller-40-tracks-will-be-announced-soon/) - The ten new bonus tracks on "Thriller 40," which includes rarities and demos, will be announced one at a time from September 5th and the release on November 18th.
- [Sony Promote Düsseldorf Exhibition](https://www.thriller40.com/news/sony-promote-dusseldorf-exhibition/) - Sony Music Germany are promoting the "Thriller 40" Immersive Experience through their social media channels with a video, which runs from November 10th - 13th.
- [Sony Music Sweden Releases 'Thriller 40' Promotional Video](https://www.thriller40.com/news/sony-music-sweden-releases-thriller-40-promotional-video/) - Sony Music Sweden has released a short video promoting "Thriller 40" along with running a competition to attend a special event in Stockholm on November 17th.
- [Michael Hits Multiple Billboard Charts](https://www.thriller40.com/news/michael-hits-multiple-billboard-charts/) - With the Thriller Challenge, Zombie flash dances around the world and general ghoulish fun, it's no surprise Michael has made an appearance in multiple charts.
- ['Thriller 40' Bonus Track: 'Can't Get Outta The Rain'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-cant-get-outta-the-rain/) - "Can't Get Outta The Rain" has been the announced as a track for "Thriller 40." The song is familiar to fans as it's been included on multiple releases before.
- [Parties, Documentary And Immersive Events For Promotion](https://www.thriller40.com/news/parties-documentary-and-immersive-events-for-promotion/) - Promotion for "Thriller 40" has been announced and will includes immersive events, screenings of the new 40th Anniversary Documentary, and parties. Details here.
- [Thriller 40 Celebrated At Hayvenhurst Party](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-celebrated-at-hayvenhurst-party/) - Michael's family, lead by Prince, celebrated the 40th anniversary of "Thriller" with a party at the family home in Hayvenhurst, while raising funds for charities.
- [NYC Flash Mob Starts ‘Thriller 40’ Promotion](https://www.thriller40.com/news/nyc-flash-mob-starts-thriller-40-promotion/) - Promotion for “Thriller 40” began today with a Flash mob in Times Square, New York City. Dancers in fantastic zombie costumes performed “Thriller” for the public.
- [‘Thriller 40’ Bonus Track: ‘Starlight’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-starlight/) - This morning "Starlight" was announced as the next bonus track for "Thriller 40." This is the original demo of the hit song "Thriller," written by Rod Temperton.
- [Thriller 40th Anniversary Magazine Released](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40th-anniversary-magazine-released/) - A magazine has popped up on the shelves in stores around the US, which is dedicated to Michael's "Thriller" album, as we gear up to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
- [‘Thriller 40’ Bonus Track: ‘Carousel’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-carousel/) - The previously released "Carousel," written by Michael Sembello and Don Freeman, is the latest bonus track to be announced for the upcoming "Thriller 40" album.
- [Thriller Challenge](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-challenge/) - The song "Thriller" peaked at number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1983. Today kicks off the "Thriller Challenge" to get the song to number one this Halloween.
- [Music Magazine Japan Celebrates 'Thriller'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/music-magazine-japan-celebrates-thriller/) - Music Magazine in Japan will honor Michael's "Thriller" album in their November issue. They'll study all nine songs, the music video and other works from Michael.
- [‘Thriller 40’ Bonus Track: ‘Sunset Driver’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-sunset-driver/) - Today the sixth bonus track was announced as "Sunset Driver." Our understanding is this is the same version that appeared on the 2004 "Ultimate Collection."
- [‘Thriller 40’ Bonus Track: ‘What A Lovely Way To Go’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-what-a-lovely-way-to-go/) - "What A Lovely Way To Go" is the latest bonus track to be announced for "Thriller 40." It's the first song that's totally new and unknown to the fan community.
- ['Thriller' Documentary Coming Soon](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-documentary-coming-soon/) - Music journalist and filmmaker Nelson George is directing a documentary on the making of Michael's "Thriller" album for its 40th anniversary celebrations.
- [‘Thriller 40’ Bonus Track: ‘Got The Hots’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-got-the-hots/) - The latest bonus track to be announced is "Got the Hots," which has been previously available for fans on the Japanese version of the 2008 "Thriller 25" album.
- ['Thriller 40' Bonus Track: 'The Toy'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-the-toy/) - "The Toy" has been announced as a bonus track on "Thriller 40." The song evolved into "Best of Joy," which was released posthumously on the 2010 album "Michael."
- [‘Thriller 40’ Bonus Track: ‘She's Trouble’](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-shes-trouble/) - "She's Trouble," which has circulated throughout the fan community for decades, has been announced as another bonus track on the forthcoming "Thriller 40" album.
- ['Thriller 40' Bonus Track: 'Behind The Mask'](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-bonus-track-behind-the-mask/) - Michael's Estate, along with Sony, have announced the first bonus tracks for "Thriller 40" will be "Behind the Mask," a version of which was released in 2010.
- [15 Additional Tracks For Digital Expanded Release Revealed](https://www.thriller40.com/news/15-additional-tracks-for-digital-expanded-release-revealed/) - The 15 previously released additional tracks for "Thriller 40," which will only be available on the digital/streaming copies of the album, have been unveiled.
- [High fidelity vinyl pressing limited to 40,000 copies](https://www.thriller40.com/news/high-fidelity-vinyl-pressing-limited-to-40000-copies/) - There will 40,000 limited editions of "Thriller," mastered from the original analog masters and pressed at RTI, Mobile Fidelity’s UltraDisc One-Step 180g vinyl.
- [Silver album slip sleeve with original artwork revealed](https://www.thriller40.com/news/album-slip-sleeve-revealed/) - The German version of Amazon is showing a new slip sleeve cover for the upcoming “Thriller 40th Anniversary” album. It houses the 2CD album with original cover.
- [Billboard Awards to kick off celebrations](https://www.thriller40.com/news/billboard-awards-to-kick-off-celebrations/) - Michael’s Estate has confirmed that tonights Billboard Music Awards will kick off the celebrations for the 40th anniversary of Michael's 1982 "Thriller" album.
- [‘Thriller 40’ double album announced](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-double-album-announced/) - Sony Music and the Michael Jackson Estate have announced that they will be releasing a special 40th Anniversary, double-album edition of the 1982 "Thriller" album.
- [Thriller 40 logo divides the fan community](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-logo-divides-the-fan-community/) - Michael's Estate announced today the double album of "Thriller 40." The new "Thriller" logo has fans divided and created controversy across the fan community.
- [Official Thriller 40 merchandise available to buy](https://www.thriller40.com/news/official-thriller-40-merchandise-available-to-buy/) - Michael's Estate has released a line of apparel that include the new "Thriller 40" logo splashed on them. They include t-shirts, hoodies, fleece's and hats.
- [MJ Estate responds to artwork backlash from fans](https://www.thriller40.com/news/mj-estate-responds-to-artwork-backlash-from-fans/) - The Michael Jackson Estate has released an official press release to address the large backlash from the fan community over the new "Thriller 40" album artwork.
- [4K short films to be released plus vinyl pressing](https://www.thriller40.com/news/4k-short-films-to-be-released-plus-vinyl-pressing/) - "Thriller 40" will be a double album mastered from the original analog master tapes and pressed at RTI, Mobile Fidelity's UltraDisc One-Step 180g on 33RPM vinyl.
- [Fans propose new artwork and start a petition](https://www.thriller40.com/news/fans-propose-new-artwork-and-start-a-petition/) - The uproar over the "Thriller 40" artwork continues to explode. Fans have gone so far to even start a petition and create mockups of what they wish it could be.
- [Michael Jackson visits the White House, May 1984](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/michael-jackson-visits-the-white-house-may-1984/) - In May 1984, President Reagan invited Michael to the White House and presented him with an award for allowing "Beat It" to be used in a drink driving campaign.
- [Motown 25: The performance that changed everything](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/motown-25-the-performance-that-changed-everything/) - Michael's performance of "Billie Jean" at "Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever" was the moment that cemented Michael as a music icon and exploded album sales.
- [How 13 Minutes of Film Changed a Genre Forever](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/how-13-minutes-of-film-changed-a-genre-forever/) - A look back at how the thirteen minute "Thriller" music video forever changed a genre. It's origins, how it came to be and its forever impact on popular culture.
- [Re-live the Record Breaking 1984 Grammy Awards](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/re-live-the-record-breaking-1984-grammy-awards/) - There was one person on everyone’s mind on February 28th, 1984, as the 26th Annual Grammy Awards unfolded within Los Angeles Shrine Auditorium: Michael Jackson.
- [Victory! The Tour That Propelled The Album](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/victory-the-tour-that-propelled-the-album/) - An original review of the Jacksons Victory Tour from July 22nd, 1984. It was their eight concert on the tour, at the Gator Bowl Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida.
- ['Thriller 40' Website Launches On Michael's Birthday](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-40-website-launches-on-michaels-birthday/) - On May 16th It was there and then we purchased thriller40.com and started to created a website to honor and celebrate the groundbreaking album.
- [Today Michael Would Have Turned 64 Years Old](https://www.thriller40.com/news/today-michael-would-have-turned-64-years-old/) - Today would have been Michael Jackson's 64th birthday. Every August 29th and celebrate his life and all he achieved as an artist, entertainer and humanitarian.
- [Collaborations - Duets, Writer, Producer, Guest Vocalist](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/collaborations/) - Michael Jackson collaborated with many artists during the "Thriller" era. Here's some of the songs he wrote, produced, duetted or provided background vocals for.
- [What happened to the 1982 ‘E.T. Storybook’?](https://www.thriller40.com/articles/what-happened-to-the-1982-e-t-storybook/) - The E.T. Storybook was released just before 'Thriller' in 1982. Due to legal issues it was pulled from the shelves, but it still went on to win a Grammy Award.
- ['Thriller' actress Ola Ray releases book](https://www.thriller40.com/news/thriller-actress-ola-ray-releases-book/) - 39 years since the iconic short film, Ola Ray who starred opposite Michael in 'Thriller,' has released her first autobiography called 'The Thrill of it All.'

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.thriller40.com/) - 'Thriller' by Michael Jackson is the biggest selling album of all time. Throughout 2022 we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the 1982 iconic masterpiece.
- [We Are The World](https://www.thriller40.com/music/we-are-the-world/) - A brief history "We Are The World" is a charity song that Michael wrote with Lionel Richie, after singer Harry Belafonte suggested the idea. Over 40 singers took part in the recording, that took place after the 1985 American Music Awards. Collectively they became known as USA For Africa. It went to number one in
- [Thriller](https://www.thriller40.com/music/thriller/) - A brief history The title track for the album is track four, and the final song on Side A of the original vinyl release. It was Frank Dileo who suggested releasing “Thriller” as the final single from the album. They oddly missed the opportunity to capitalize on Halloween and released it in January in the
- [Say Say Say](https://www.thriller40.com/music/say-say-say/) - A brief history "Say Say Say" is duet with Beatles legend Paul McCartney. It was the lead single to McCartney's 1983 album "Pipes of Peace." Though released a year after "Thriller," the song was recorded a year before "The Girl Is Mine." It went to number one on the Billboard charts, and in several other
- [Behind The Mask](https://www.thriller40.com/music/behind-the-mask/) - A brief history "Behind the Mask" was a song originally released by the Yellow Magic Orchestra. In the early 1980s Quincy Jones introduced the song to Michael. The singer then contributed more lyrics and added an accompanying melody. "Behind the Mask" was planned to be on "Thriller" but it was dropped due to a royalties dispute
- [The Lady in My Life](https://www.thriller40.com/music/the-lady-in-my-life/) - A brief history "The Lady In My Life" is the final track on "Thriller." It was one of only two of the nine tracks from the album not to be released as a single. It was also never performed live. To kick off the "Thriller 40" celebrations in 2022, singer Maxwell performed the song at
- [P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)](https://www.thriller40.com/music/p-y-t-pretty-young-thing/) - A brief history "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" is the penultimate track on "Thriller." It was also the penultimate single released from the album. In 2004 Michael released his original demo of the song as part of "The Ultimate Collection" box set. The demo's lyrics, melody and tempo were completely different from the final result. In
- [Billie Jean](https://www.thriller40.com/music/billie-jean/) - A brief history "Billie Jean" is the sixth track on the "Thriller" album and was the second single. The song is about a woman called Billie Jean who claims that he is the father of her son. Michael heard stories like this from groupies when touring with his brothers. The song reached number one in
- [Beat It](https://www.thriller40.com/music/beat-it/) - A brief history “Beat It” was the third single from “Thriller” and it was a massive commercial success. It hit the number one spot on the Billboard charts and in multiple other countries. The song won Record of the Year and Best Male Rock Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards in 1984. It's one of
- [The Girl Is Mine](https://www.thriller40.com/music/the-girl-is-mine/) - A brief history "The Girl Is Mine" is the third track on "Thriller" and a duet with former Beatles sensation Paul McCartney. It became the debut single for the album. The idea for the song came from Quincy Jones, who told Michael to write a song about two men fighting over a girl. Inspired, Michael
- [Baby Be Mine](https://www.thriller40.com/music/baby-be-mine/) - A brief history "Baby Be Mine" is the second track on "Thriller." It was one of only two of the nine tracks from the album not to be released as a single. It was also never performed live. It was written by Rod Temperton, who also contributed to Michael's previous album "Off the Wall." For
- [Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'](https://www.thriller40.com/music/wanna-be-startin-somethin/) - A brief history “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin'” is the opening track for “Thriller.” It was the fourth consecutive US top 10 single from the album, topping the charts in multiple countries including Canada. Michael performed the song during the Victory Tour with his brothers in 1984, as well as during each of his solo world
- [Human Nature](https://www.thriller40.com/music/human-nature/) - A brief history "Human Nature" is the seventh track on "Thriller" and in the summer of '83 it became the fifth single to be released. The song hit the top ten on the Billboard charts but was never released in the UK. Despite this it garnered popularity and entered the UK charts for the first
- [Wait](https://www.thriller40.com/music/wait/) - A brief history "Wait" was the final single released from the Jacksons "Victory" album. It was only released in the UK, Canada and Brazil and actually never charted. Michael wasn't a lead singer on the song, but performs ab-libs near the end (after four minutes!). His vocals suddenly lifts the song up, as Michael's singing
- [Torture](https://www.thriller40.com/music/torture/) - A brief history "Torture" was the second single from the Jacksons "Victory" album. The song is perhaps infamously known mostly for its music video, where Michael has been replaced by a wax figure after deciding not to participate in it. The video was also very expensive and ultimately bankrupted the production company working on it.
- [I Never Heard (This Is It)](https://www.thriller40.com/music/i-never-heard-this-is-it/) - A brief history "I Never Heard," more commonly known as "This Is It" was written and recorded during a session in 1980 between Michael and Paul Anka. It came to light in 2009 after his death. The songs lyrics prominently featured "This is it," which happened to be the name of the concerts Michael was
- [There Must Be More to Life Than This](https://www.thriller40.com/music/there-must-be-more-to-life-than-this/) - A brief history Michael recorded three songs with Queen legend Freddie Mercury in the early 1980s. "State of Shock," which was eventually redone with Mick Jagger. "Victory" for the Jacksons album of the same title, which has gone unheard. "There Must Be More To Life Than This," which Mercury eventually released as a solo song.
- [The Man](https://www.thriller40.com/music/the-man/) - A brief history "The Man" was one of two songs Michael recorded with Beatles superstar Paul McCartney in 1981. It was eventually released two years later, after "Thriller," on McCartney's 1983 album "Pipes of Peace" alongside the much more popular and well known track "Say Say Say." Music video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ3wE4fzBs4 Along with the re-release of
- [Tell Me I'm Not Dreamin' (Too Good To Be True)](https://www.thriller40.com/music/tell-me-im-not-dreamin/) - A brief history "Tell Me I'm Not Dreamin' (Too Good to Be True)" is a duet between Michael and his brother Jermaine Jackson. It appear's on Jermaine self-titled debut album, which was called "Dynamite" in the UK. The song was nominated for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 1985
- [State Of Shock](https://www.thriller40.com/music/state-of-shock/) - A brief history "State Of Shock" was the first single to be released from the Jacksons "Victory" album in 1984. It's primarily a duet between Michael and Mick Jagger from The Rolling Stones. The two superstars never recorded the song together, actually they were on opposite sides of the US at the time. Reportedly when
- [Someone In The Dark](https://www.thriller40.com/music/someone-in-the-dark/) - A brief history ”Someone In The Dark” was part of the 1982 “E.T. Storybook” album. Michael narrated the story of the “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” movie by Steven Spielberg and “Someone In The Dark” was the opening and closing song. The two versions were lyrically different and had a different soundbite of E.T. in them. The
- [Somebody's Watching Me](https://www.thriller40.com/music/somebodys-watching-me/) - A brief history “Somebody's Watching Me" is the album track title song by Rockwell. Rockwell is the son of Berry Gordy, head of Motown Records and who was a mentor and close friend of Michael’s. Michael made the famous guest appearance, singing the chorus and hook of the song. His brother Jermaine also supplied additional
- [Scared of the Moon](https://www.thriller40.com/music/scared-of-the-moon/) - A brief history “Scared of the Moon” is a song that followed Michael around his whole life from the time of its conception in the early 1980s. It was considered for “Thriller,” “Bad,” and several other albums, however it never made the final cut. Next the to bed where Michael died in 2009 was a
- [Love Never Felt So Good](https://www.thriller40.com/music/love-never-felt-so-good/) - A brief history "Love Never Felt So Good" was a posthumously released track in 2014 on the "Xscape" album. The original piano demo was created during a two-week recording session between Michael and Paul Anka in 1983. Johnny Mathis went on to record the song, though with slightly different lyrics. Michael's demo leaked online in 2006
- [Eaten Alive](https://www.thriller40.com/music/eaten-alive/) - A brief history "Eaten Alive" is a Diana Ross song, which Michael provides background vocals for and at times is co-singing lead with Ross. Barry Gibb and Maurice Gibb from the Bee-Gees composed the song. But when Michael heard the demo, he suggested ways to improve the chorus both melodically and lyrically. Listen on Spotify
- [Centipede](https://www.thriller40.com/music/centipede/) - A brief history "Centipede" is the title track to Michael's sister's album, Rebbie Jackson. Michael wrote and produced the song as well as provided background vocals. On the back of the single, Michael dedicated the song "to my mannequin friends." Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/7dox9B92nanss0YuviceR9
- [Be Not Always](https://www.thriller40.com/music/be-not-always/) - A brief history "Be Not Always" is a secret gem in the "Victory" album. With only Michael's voice and no background vocals, it's all but a solo song that could have been on "Thriller," or even on the previous Jacksons album "Triumph." Michael was working on this ballad around the time he wrote "Liberian Girl,"
- [She's Trouble](https://www.thriller40.com/music/shes-trouble/) - A brief history “She’s Trouble” was recorded it in 1982 however Michael decided not to use it. A year later the band Musical Youth covered it and released it on their album “Different Style!” It was also covered in the same year by Happy Days star Scott Baio for his album “The Boys Are Out Tonight.”
- [What A Lovely Way To Go](https://www.thriller40.com/music/what-a-lovely-way-to-go/) - A brief history “What A Lovely Way To Go” was originally written by Michael in the late 1970s. He revisited it while he was writing songs for the “Thriller” album but it didn’t make the album and wasn't something the public heard until it was included on "Thriller 40" in 2022. Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/track/4INbMHPtay1Q8fU9090FCc
- [Who Do You Know](https://www.thriller40.com/music/who-do-you-know/) - A brief history "Who Do You Know" is a track Michael started work on in 1980 and was still working on it in February 1982. Michael acknowledged its existence in a 1993 deposition, and he considered it as a song for the “Thriller” album. When it failed to make the final cut for the album, Michael considered
- [The Toy](https://www.thriller40.com/music/the-toy/) - A brief history "The Toy" was originally written for the 1982 Richard Pryor film of the same title, but was not intended to necessarily be on the “Thriller” album. It was recorded initially in 1981, and multiple times during the rest of Michael’s career. He referenced its existance in the 1984 “The Girl Is Mine”
- [Starlight](https://www.thriller40.com/music/starlight/) - A brief history "Starlight" is the demo of “Thriller,” with its original lyrics. Another title for the song that was considered (but never recorded) was “Midnight Man.” After the initial recording of “Starlight,” Michael and producer Quincy Jones asked the songs composer and lyricists Rod Temperton to reimagine the song with scarier overtones, which led to
- [Can't Get Outta The Rain](https://www.thriller40.com/music/cant-get-outta-the-rain/) - A brief history "Can't Get Outta The Rain" isn't a true "Thriller" era song, however it was included on the 2022 "Thriller" album as it was the B-Side of “The Girl Is Mine.” It was also released in 2005 on the US version of “The Essential Michael Jackson.” The song originates from the song “You Can’t Win,”
- [Sunset Driver](https://www.thriller40.com/music/sunset-driver/) - A brief histrory "Sunset Driver" was recorded originally for "Off the Wall" and then again for "Thriller" in 1982. Michael even considered it for “Bad” a few years later. The 1982 version was eventually the one released as a demo in 2004 on "The Ultimate Collection" and again on "Thriller 40" in 2022. Listen on
- [Carousel](https://www.thriller40.com/music/carousel/) - A brief history "Carousel" was a strong contender for the "Thriller" album but lost out to "Human Nature." In 2001 an edited version was released on the "Thriller Special Edition" album. In 2008 the full version was released on the album "King of Pop - The Italian Fans' Selection." The full version became more broadly
- [Got The Hots](https://www.thriller40.com/music/got-the-hots/) - A brief history "Got The Hots" was a contender for the "Thriller" album but failed to me it on the final track list. It was also considered for the 2001 "Thriller Special Edition," but again got cut. Finally it appeared on the 2008 "Thriller 25" album, but even then only on the Japanese only edition.
- [Photo Gallery](https://www.thriller40.com/gallery/) - High resolution photos from the Thriller-era will be launched in October 2022.
- ['Thriller' Challenge](https://www.thriller40.com/challenge/) - The song "Thriller" never hit the top of the Billboard Hot 100. Help us make history by getting this Halloween anthem to number one from Oct 28th - Nov 3rd 2022.
- [Thriller Timeline](https://www.thriller40.com/thriller-timeline/)
- [Music](https://www.thriller40.com/music/)

## Galleries

- [Thriller Short Film](https://www.thriller40.com/rl_gallery/thriller-short-film/)
- [Grammy Awards 1984](https://www.thriller40.com/rl_gallery/grammy-awards-1984/)
- [Billie Jean Short Film](https://www.thriller40.com/rl_gallery/billie-jean-short-film/)
- [Beat It Short Film](https://www.thriller40.com/rl_gallery/beat-it-short-film/)

## Timeline Stories

- [Somebody's Watching Me](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/somebodys-watching-me/) - 'Somebody's Watching Me' by Rockwell (Berry Gordy's son) is released on the Motown label. Michael provides his vocals for the catchy chorus, with additional background vocals by his brother Jermaine. It peaked at number two in the USA and six in the UK. However it topped the charts in many other countries. It's since become
- ['The Girl Is Mine' Recording Starts](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/the-girl-is-mine-records/) - “The Girl Is Mine” was recorded by Michael and Paul McCartney in LA from April 14 to 16, 1982. A year earlier, the duo had recorded “Say Say Say” and “The Man.”
- [Rebbie Jackson releases Centipede](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/rebbie-jackson-releases-centipede/) - Michael's older sister Rebbie releases her debut album 'Centipede.' Michael wrote, produced and sang backing vocals on the title track.
- [Madame Tussauds London](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/madame-tussauds-london/) - Michael arrived at Madame Tussaud's to unveil his waxwork. 8,000 fans lined the streets waiting for him. As he left he jumped on the roof of the car and waved.
- [London Police Force](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/london-police-force/) - A police drill is performed for Michael, and he's then presented with a badge and helmet from the Marylebone Police Station.
- ['We Are The World' Music Video](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/we-are-the-world-music-video/) - "We Are The World: The Video Event" is released on VHS. It's a documentary of the recording, and contains the music video, which is a compilation of the event.
- [Official Stamps](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/official-stamps/) - The Caribbean island of St. Vincent release eight official stamps of Michael.
- [Life Magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/life-magazine/) - Michael, Lionel Richie, Bruce Springsteen, Cyndi Lauper, Willie Nelson, Tina Turner and Bob Dylan are on the cover of Life. It's focus is on "We Are The World."
- ['We Are The World' Album](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/we-are-the-world-album/) - 'We Are The World' album is released and hits number one in the USA. Like the single, all proceeds go towards famine relief efforts in Ethiopia.
- ['Eaten Alive'](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/eaten-alive/) - The Diana Ross song "Eaten Alive" is released. It's written by Michael Jackson and Barry and Maurice Gibb. Michael also sang background and some lead vocals.
- ['E.T. Storybook' Recording Starts](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/e-t-storybook-recording-starts/) - Michael became so upset while recording E.T. died that he cried. It was assumed he would do this every time, so they never rerecorded and left the emotion in.
- [Thriller recording sessions start](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-recording-sessions-start/) - Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones begin work on the Thriller album.
- [The Girl Is Mine single is released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/the-girl-is-mine-is-released/) - The debut single from 'Thriller,' a duet with Paul McCartney, 'The Girl Is Mine' is released and goes on to to reach number 8 on the UK charts and peaks at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. The B-Side was 'Can't Get Outta The Rain.'
- [E.T. Storybook released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/e-t-storybook-released/) - This was released by MCA in the same month as 'Thriller' despite conditions by Epic Records that it should not be released until after Michael's solo album. As a result, Epic took legal action against MCA which forced the album's withdrawal, making it a collectors item. The album reached number 37 on the Billboard 200 and
- [Michael appears on Ebony Magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-appears-on-ebony-magazine/) - Michael and E.T. are on the front cover of Ebony magazine. They dedicate seven pages to him and discuss the 'E.T. Storybook,' 'Thriller,' and an overview of his recent work including 'The Wiz.'
- [Thriller is released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-is-released/) - After months of hard work, re-recording and engineering, 'Thriller' is finally released. After today, the music world changes forever.
- [Billie Jean single is released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/billie-jean-is-released/) - Probably the most consequential single from the album, 'Billie Jean' arguably became Michael's signature song and hit number one is many countries, including the UK and USA. The B-Side was 'Can't Get Outta The Rain.'
- [Michael attends the British Record Industry Awards](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-attends-the-british-record-industry-awards/) - Michael attended the British Record Industry Awards at London's at Grosvenor House Hotel to receive an award on Barbra Streisand's behalf for her album 'Memories.'
- [Michael & Paul appear on Rolling Stone magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-paul-appear-on-rolling-stone-magazine/) - Michael and Paul McCartney appear on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine with the tagline "Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney team up for TV"
- ["Life as a Man" Rolling Stone Cover](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/life-as-a-man-rolling-stone-cover/) - Michael appeared on the front cover of Rolling Stone, issue 389. The article inside was titled "Life as a Man In the Magical Kingdom". In the interview for the magazine he spoke about 'Thriller,' his career, and wanting to escape it all.
- [Thriller turns double platinum](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-turns-double-platinum/) - At a CBS Records press conference actress Jane Fonda presents Michael with a double platinum certification for 'Thriller.'
- [Beat It single is released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/beat-it-single-is-released/) - 'Beat It' was released on valentines day, and quickly became a huge hit reaching number one on the Billboard chart and number three in the UK. The B-side was 'Get on the Floor' from his 1979 album 'Off the Wall.'
- [Billie Jean airs on MTV](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/billie-jean-airs-on-mtv/) - 'Billie Jean' became the first video by a black artist to be aired in heavy rotation on MTV. The channel initially refused to air the video and so Walter Yetnikoff, the president of CBS Records, threatened to pull all their music videos from MTV unless they played Michael. He told MTV he was going to
- [UK and USA number one](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/uk-and-usa-number-one/) - 'Thriller' makes Michael the first artist in history to simultaneously hold the number one spot on both the American (Billboard) and UK album charts.
- [Spotlight Specials LP](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/spotlight-specials-lp/) - A two LP set is released by ABC. It contained a radio broadcast, which aired interviews of Michael throughout the 1970s until 1983. It came with a cue sheet in a deluxe box and included interviews with his brothers and Quincy Jones among others. It also had music from the Jackson 5, Jacksons, 'The Wiz,' 'Off
- [Brotman Memorial Hospital visit](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/brotman-memorial-hospital-visit/) - Michael visits the Burn Center at the Brotman Memorial Hospital in LA to cheer up patients. Ironically little did he know he would be a patient there just two weeks later when he suffers severe burns to his scalp during the filming of the infamous Pepsi commercial.
- [Black Gold Awards](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/black-gold-awards/) - Michael wins Top Male Vocalist, Best Album ('Thriller'), Best Single ('Billie Jean'), and Best Video Performance ('Beat It') at the first Black Gold Awards. While he couldn't attend in person, he recorded a video message for each win.
- [Grammys 1984](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/grammys-1984/) - Michael wins a record breaking eight Grammy Awards. They include Album of the Year ('Thriller'), Best Pop Male Vocal Performance, Record of the Year ('Beat It'), Best R&B Male Vocal Performance ('Billie Jean') and even Best Recording for Children ('E.T. Storybook').
- [Pepsi commercial with Alfonso Ribeiro](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/pepsi-commercial-with-alfonso-ribeiro/) - Michael and his brothers filmed a Pepsi commercial alongside a young Alfonso Ribeiro (later known for portraying Carlton on 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'). Michael sang a parody of 'Billie Jean,' changing the lyrics to be about Pepsi's new generation.
- [Michael gets burnt](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-gets-burnt/) - During a recording for a Pepsi commercial, Michael and his brothers were performing in front of an audience of 3,000 when he went too close to a pyrotechnic. Flames landed on Michael's head burning through his hair, and he suffered second-degree burns to his scalp. He was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and later moved
- [Weird Al's 'Eat It'](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/weird-als-eat-it/) - Weird Al Yankovic releases 'Eat It,' a parody of 'Beat It.' Michael gave him personal permission for Yankovic to record the song, which went on to win a Grammy Award.
- ['Thriller' becomes biggest selling album](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-becomes-biggest-selling-album/) - Michael receives an award from the Guinness Book of World Records for selling 25 million of 'Thriller;' more than any other album in history. The event is held in front of 15,000 guests at the New York Metropolitan Museum of Natural History. On receiving the award Michael said "I've always wanted to do great things
- [Pepsi premiere](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/pepsi-premiere/) - Michael attends the premiere for the Pepsi commercials at New York City's Lincoln Center. The advertisements become so successful, that on the night of the Grammy Awards they become the first (and only) commercials to be included in the weekly TV Guide listings.
- [Michael and Brooke on Jet](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-and-brooke-on-jet/) - A picture of Michael with Brooke Shields from the Guinness World Records event graces the cover of Jet magazine. The story is about the unique friendship they share.
- [American Music Awards](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/american-music-awards/) - Michael wins an unprecedented eight awards at the American Music Awards including Favorite Pop/Rock Album, Single, Video, and Male Artist. He attended the event with Brooke Shields as his date.
- [Michael's open letter to Don King](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michaels-open-letter-to-don-king/) - Michael was on the front cover of Rolling Stone magazine, where he published an open letter to promoter Don King instructing him to not communicate with anyone on behalf of Michael. The letter went further to say that any money made by Michael on the upcoming Victory tour should not be collected by King, and
- [Time magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/time-magazine/) - Artist Andy Warhol creates an image of Michael for the front cover of Time magazine. The cover becomes an iconic image in Michael's career, and this edition of Time cover Michael with a large nine page article.
- [Frank Dileo becomes manager](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/frank-dileo-becomes-manager/) - Vice President of Promotions at Epic Records, Frank Dileo, became Michael's manager. He stayed with Michael throughout the 1980s, becoming a huge influence in Michael's life.
- [I Love Quincy](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/i-love-quincy/) - An interview recorded the previous year with Michael and Quincy sitting together and talking about 'Thriller' is aired in a TV special called 'I Love Quincy.' During the interview Michael brings out his pet snake.
- [18 Greatest Hits](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/18-greatest-hits/) - Capitalizing on the massive success of 'Thriller,' Motown releases '18 Greatest Hits.' The compilation album contains some of the biggest hits from the Jackson 5 and Michael as a solo artist on their record label. The album was exclusively released in the UK and went to number one on the album charts.
- [Tell Me I'm Not Dreamin'](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/tell-me-im-not-dreamin/) - Jermaine Jackson releases his self-titled debut album, which contains the duet with his brother Michael 'Tell Me I'm Not Dreamin'.' Internationally the album is called 'Dynamite.'
- [Oscars after party](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/oscars-after-party/) - Michael attended the 56th Academy Awards Board of Governors Ball (known as the after party) with Liza Minnelli, who presented the Best Actress award that night.
- [Michael opens medical unit](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-opens-medical-unit/) - Michael attend the opening ceremony of a nineteen bed unit at the Mount Sinai New York Medical Center, which he had donated $3 million to. The unit is part of the T.J. Martell Foundation, which does medical research for leukemia, cancer and AIDS.
- [Beat It shoot starts](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/beat-it-shoot-starts/) - Filming for the 'Beat It' music video beings in Skid Row, east of Hollywood. 50 actual LA gang members appear in the video next to 25 dancers, to give it an authentic look.
- [Motown 25 rehearsals](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/motown-25-rehearsals/) - Rehearsals for the TV special 'Motown 25' begin with Michael and his brothers.
- [Beat It video airs on MTV](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/beat-it-video-airs-on-mtv/) - 'Beat It' plays on rotation on MTV. The video, inspired by 'West Side Story,' was directed by Bob Giraldi and choreographed by Michael Peters, who also took the role of one of the lead gang dancers (in the white jacket).
- [Motown 25 is recorded](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/motown-25-is-recorded/) - Nearly a month before it's due to air on TV, Motown 25 is recorded in front of a live audience at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium.
- [Jet Magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/jet-magazine/) - Michael appears on the front page of Jet magazine. The article covered his interview with Ebony/Jet TV show, which took place during the filming of the 'Beat It' music video.
- [Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever airs](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/motown-25-yesterday-today-forever-airs/) - 47 million people tune in to watch Michael perform the moonwalk for the very first time. After performing Jackson 5 greatest hits with his brothers, Michael takes the stage by himself to perform 'Billie Jean.' The performance is received with critical acclaim across the world. It's nominated for an Emmy award and the sales of
- [Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/wanna-be-startin-somethin-released/) - 'Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'' becomes the fourth single from the 'Thriller' album. It reached number five on the Billboard Hot 100, and number eight in the UK. The B-side was 'Rock With You,' taken from the 1981 'The Jacksons Live!' album.
- [Creem magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/creem-magazine/) - Michael appeared on the front cover of the music magazine Creem.
- [Human Nature single is released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/human-nature-single-is-released/) - 'Human Nature' is released and peaks at number seven on the Billboard chart. B-side is 'Baby Be Mine.'
- [Rock & Soul magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/rock-soul-magazine/) - Michael is splashed on the front page of Rock & Soul magazine, with an article entitled 'The new me.'
- [Say Say Say single released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/say-say-say-single-released/) - The duet with Paul McCartney, 'Say Say Say,' is released from McCartney's 'Pipes of Peace' album. The song hit the top spot on the Billboard charts and number two in the UK.
- [Say Say Say video filming begins](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/say-say-say-video-filming-begins/) - Shooting for the 'Say Say Say' music video begins. It was filmed at Sycamore Valley Ranch, which Michael bought five years later and renamed it Neverland Valley Ranch.
- [P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) single released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/p-y-t-pretty-young-thing-single-released/) - 'P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)' is released, with the B-side being 'Working Day and Night' and 'Thriller' (instrumental). It peaks at number ten in the USA and number eleven in the UK.
- ['Pipes of Peace' album released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/pipes-of-peace-album-released/) - Paul McCartney releases 'Pipes of Peace,' which features two duets with Michael Jackson. 'Say Say Say' and 'The Man.' Both tracks were recorded in 1981, a whole year before any tracks for 'Thriller' started.
- ['Thriller' single is released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-single-is-released/) - Having previously been released in the UK in November 1983, 'Thriller' is released as a single in the US with the Jacksons track 'Things I Do for You' from the 1978 album 'Destiny' as the B-side. It reached number four on the Billboard charts, and peaked at number 10 in the UK. It becomes the final
- [9 single packs released in the UK](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/9-single-packs-released-in-the-uk/) - A collectors pack of 9 singles, all printed on red vinyl, is released in the UK. The pack contains singles from both 'Off the Wall' and 'Thriller' albums.
- [Victory Tour press conference](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/victory-tour-press-conference/) - Michael appears with his brothers and promoter Don King in New York to announce plans for the forthcoming Jacksons tour. The Victory tour will reunite all the Jackson brothers together. King did most of the talking, while Michael introduced his parents.
- [Disney World suite](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/disney-world-suite/) - The 'Michael Jackson Suite' at the Hotel Royal Plaza in Disney World opens. The suite displays many of his awards, including Grammys and American Music Awards.
- [Making of Thriller](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/making-of-thriller/) - 'The Making of Michael Jackson's Thriller' VHS receives over 100,000 advance orders. It goes on to sell more than a million copies, becoming the biggest-selling music video ever.
- [Thriller short film premieres](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-short-film-premieres/) - A year and a day since the release of the album, and MTV debuts the title track 14 minute short film. The short film cost $800,000 of Michael's own money to make and changed the face of music videos forever.
- [‘Thriller’ Viewmasters](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/thriller-viewmasters/) - Two ‘Thriller’ 3D Viewmasters are released. A classic red viewer, and a larger white one, which came with three discs that played music.
- [Michael in disguise](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-in-disguise/) - Michael attends a Kool and the Gang concert in New York with Tatum O'Neal. As to not be recognized he disguised himself in a beard and afro wig.
- [Michael visits Shirley MacLaine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-visits-shirley-maclaine/) - Michael visits Shirley Maclaine backstage after her performance in 'Shirley MacLaine on Broadway.'
- [Michael visits the White House](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-visits-the-white-house/) - President Ronald Reagan presents Michael with a Special Achievement Award in recognition of his contribution to discouraging people to drink and drive.
- [Camp Good Times](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/camp-good-times/) - Michael has a meeting about Camp Good Times, which is a charity dedicated to young caner patients. It's organized by McDonalds and also includes Dustin Hoffman and Neil Diamond.
- [Jacksons on Jet magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/jacksons-on-jet-magazine/) - Jet magazine run a front page news story dedicated the Jacksons upcoming Victory Tour.
- [Victory album recording starts](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/victory-album-recording-starts/) - The Jacksons get together to start recording their final full album with Michael, Victory. It takes six months to record the eight-track album, which includes a duet with Mick Jagger.
- [Michael waxwork unveiled](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-waxwork-unveiled/) - Michael attends the unveiling ceremony of his waxwork at the Guinness Museum of World Records in San Fransisco.
- [Farewell My Summer Love](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/farewell-my-summer-love/) - Motown release 'Farewell My Summer Love.' The compilation album consists of unreleased Michael Jackson songs recorded from January to October 1973. It goes on to peak at number 9 in the UK charts.
- [State of Shock](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/state-of-shock/) - The first single from the 'Victory' album, 'State of Shock,' is released. Lead vocals are by Michael and Mick Jagger, making it all but a duet between the two. The b-side was 'Your Ways' from the previous Jacksons album 'Triumph' in 1980. The song hits number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and 14 in
- [Victory album released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/victory-album-released/) - 'Victory' is released, becoming the fifteenth studio album by the Jackson brothers. It was the bands last album to be entirely recorded with Michael as the lead singer, as well as their first album to feature Jermaine Jackson in nearly a decade. It peaks at number 3 in the UK charts, and number 4 on
- [Medal of Freedom](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/medal-of-freedom/) - Michael and his brother Tito accept the Dr. H. Claude Hudson Medal of Freedom Award by the NAACP and the 1984 Olympic Medal of Friendship Award on behalf of the Jacksons.
- [Victory tour press conference](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/victory-tour-press-conference-2/) - After being accused by an young girl that the Jacksons were being "selfish and just out for money," Michael holds a press conference announcing that all of his proceeds from the Victory tour will be donated to charity.
- [Victory tour opening night](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/victory-tour-opening-night/) - At 9:45pm the Victory tour opens at the Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Approximately 2 million people saw the live show during its five month run of 55 dates.
- [Eddie Van Halen joins the Jacksons](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/eddie-van-halen-joins-the-jacksons/) - While in Dallas as part of the Van Halen tour, lead guitarist Eddie Van Halen, who performed the iconic guitar solo in 'Beat It,' joined the Jacksons on stage to perform the smash hit with Michael.
- [Newsweek](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/newsweek/) - Michael appears on the front cover of Newsweek, which talks about all the excitement around the new Victory tour.
- [LJN release official toy dolls](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/ljn-release-official-toy-dolls/) - LJN toys release a series of 6 Michael Jackson dolls, each with a different outfit. The outfits were 'Beat It,' 'Billie Jean,' the Grammys Awards, 'Thriller,' 'Human Nature,' and the American Music Awards. You could also get additional miscellaneous outfits to change your dolls, including a sparkly Motown one. Each doll cost $13.
- [Billboard magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/billboard-magazine/) - Billboard devotes a magazine to Michael, with a 28 page pullout, including great artwork to promote the Victory tour.
- [Torture single](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/torture-single/) - 'Torture' is released as the second single from the 'Victory' album. The song reached number 17 on the Billboard charts and number 26 in the UK. It became their last song to hit the top 40 in the US.
- [Torture music video](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/torture-music-video/) - The Jacksons go ahead and start shooting the music video for 'Torture.' Michael decided not to participate in the filming for the music video and so a Madame Tussaud’s waxwork was used in his place throughout.
- [Police officers with Michael](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/police-officers-with-michael/) - Michael filmed a short video of him flanked by over a dozen police officers, all wearing sunglasses like he was, as he walked down the steps of City Hall, leading the way.
- [Ebony magazine](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/ebony-magazine/) - Ebony has a picture of Michael on the front cover from the Guinness World Records Awards ceremony. The article inside is all about his rise to be the greatest entertainer of all time.
- [Official statement](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/official-statement/) - Michael releases a statement through his manager Frank Dileo. In the statement Michael denies using hormones to maintain his higher voice, having cosmetic surgery on his eyes, or altering his cheekbones. He confirms that one day he hopes to get married and have children. He said he released the statement after my deliberation, because of
- [Michael watches Zorba](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-watches-zorba/) - Michael sat with Ed Meese in the Presidential Box at the Kennedy Center's Opera House to watch Anthony Quinn in Zorba.
- [Body single](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/body-single/) - 'Body' by the Jacksons is released as the third single from 'Victory.' Michael sings chorus for the song and doesn't appear in the music video. It peaks at number 47 on the Billboard charts.
- [Honorary policeman](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/honorary-policeman/) - Michael is made an honorary member of the New Westminster Police Department in British Columbia, Canada. He swears as a police constable to serve the Queen and cause the peace to be kept and preserved.
- [Hollywood Walk of Fame](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/hollywood-walk-of-fame/) - Michael unveils his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame just outside Grauman's Chinese Theatre (then known as Mann's Chinese Theatre). Michael never got a chance to give his speech, as 5,000 people came to see him and there was concern a stampede to get near him may occur.
- [The floating illusion](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/the-floating-illusion/) - Magician Franz Harary, who is in charge of the stage illusions for the Victory tour shows in Vancouver, Canada, levitates Michael for the cameras backstage.
- [Michael meets Kermit](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-meets-kermit/) - Backstage at Madison Square Garden for the Victory tour, Michael met with Kermit the Frog and his creator, Muppets legend Jim Henson
- [Frank Sinatra](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/frank-sinatra/) - Michael visits Frank Sinatra in the studio as the legendary singer records his final album 'L.A. is my Lady,' which was being produced by Quincy Jones. Footage of the two meeting features in the music video for the title track, and is included in a documentary 'Frank Sinatra: Portrait of an Album,' released the following
- ['The Girl Is Mine' lawsuit](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/the-girl-is-mine-lawsuit/) - Michael appears in court due to a $5 million lawsuit that was filed claiming he didn't write 'The Girl Is Mine.' During the proceedings Michael revealed how he composes his songs. He said "I put them in a tape recorder and I orally sing them into the tape." The copyright suit was closed after the
- [Victory tour ends](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/victory-tour-ends/) - After 55 shows, the Jacksons Victory tour comes to a close at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. During the show Michael announced his split from the Jacksons.
- [Michael Jackson burn unit](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/michael-jackson-burn-unit/) - Michael attends a ceremony at the Brotman Memorial Hospital to open the Michael Jackson Burn Centre, which he donated $1.5 million to. After the ceremony he toured the hospital and met with patients.
- [Bubbles the chimp](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/bubbles-the-chimp/) - Michael rescues Bubbles the chimp from a cancer research center in Texas. The ape becomes famous and the association with Michael is lifelong. During the rest of the 1980s they have a close relationship with Michael teaching him many tricks, bringing him to press conferences, recording sessions and on tour.
- [The Stooges](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/the-stooges/) - Michael wrote the foreword for the book 'Curly: An Illustrated Biography of the Superstooge,' written by Joan Mauer Howard. Reflecting on the impact the Three Stooges had on him growing up, Michael said "The stooges’ craziness helped me to relax and to escape life’s burdens. They influenced me so much that I even wrote a
- ['We Are The World' gets written](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/we-are-the-world-gets-written/) - Michael and Lionel Richie sit down and start to compose the charity single 'We Are The World' at Michael's home in Hayvenhurst. The idea was started by Harry Belafonte. The song was completed over the course of a week, and the demo was recorded on January 22nd.
- ['We Are The World' recording](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/we-are-the-world-recording/) - Michael and 44 other artists record the charity single 'We Are The World.' The stars gathered after the American Music Awards at A&M Recording Studios in LA. As they came in there was a sign hanging up that said; "Please check your egos at the door." The recording session took 10 hours.
- ['Wait' single](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/wait-single/) - The final single from the 'Victory' album was released, in the UK only. 'Wait' didn't reach the top 40 charts. The b-side was a live version of 'She's Out Of My Life.'
- [Final Grammy for 'Thriller'](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/final-grammy-for-thriller/) - At the Grammy Awards, Michael wins the Best Video Album award for 'The Making of Thriller' making it the 8th Grammy associated with the 'Thriller' album. Michael did not attend the ceremony.
- [Starlight Express](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/starlight-express/) - During a visit to London, Michael watches Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Starlight Express' musical.
- [Katherine Jackson's birthday](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/katherine-jacksons-birthday/) - To celebrate his mothers 54th birthday, Michael attends a party in her honor. During the night he serenades her by singing a short rendition of 'For the Good Times' to her.
- ['We Are The World' released](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/we-are-the-world-released/) - 'We Are The World' is released and becomes a massive number one hit in almost every country it's released in, including America and the UK. In the USA it goes on to sell over 20 million copies and became the fastest-selling single in US history. A year later at the 1986 Grammy Awards, the song
- [Tell Me I'm Not Dreaming B-Side](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/tell-me-im-not-dreaming-b-side/) - Jermaine Jackson's duet with Michael, 'Tell Me I'm Not Dreamin' (Too Good to Be True),' is released as the B-side to one of Jermaine's biggest songs 'Do What You Do.' Previously in July 1984 the instrumental version was released as the B-side to another release called 'Dynamite.' Legals differences between Michael's label, Epic, and Jermaine's
- [Muscles by Diana Ross](https://www.thriller40.com/timeline/diana-ross-muscles/) - Just months before 'Thriller,' Michael's longtime friend Diana Ross released 'Muscles,' which was written and produced by Michael who also provided uncredited background vocals.

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