Michael Jackson - It's A Knockout (Winner: Thriller; Runner Up: Beat It)

[Corki]

Round 1, Tie 6

 

 

 

Dirty Diana

The fifth single from the Bad album, and the final consecutive number 1. The song presented a harder rock sound similar to that of Beat It. Billy Idol's former guitarist Steve Stevens was hired to back him on the track.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWxS-wSOE4k

 

 

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You Are Not Alone

An R&B ballad, it was the debut single from Jackson's 1995 album, HIStory. Written by R Kelly, it had good chart success, reaching number 1 on the US billboard. The music video is also notable for its scenes of semi-nudity.

 

 

Voting ends Tuesday 21st July 2009 at 10pm (GMT)

[Krakalakachkn]

Dirrty Diana

[Corki]

I swear I voted this morning...obviously not! However, the M-G votes for Dirty Diana, which wins 2-0.

 

Time for the next tie.

[Corki]

Round 1, Tie 7

 

 

 

Human Nature

This was the fifth single from the Thriller album. It wasn't released in the UK, but peaked at number 7 in the US billboard. The ballad garnered many positive reviews from music critics. It has also been sampled and covered by many artists.

 

 

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Billie Jean

The song was the second single from the Thriller album. Another song to gain critical acclaim, it topped both the US Billboard and UK charts at the same time. The song is well known for its distinctive bass line and Jackson's vocal hiccups.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hgi6hgq25rY

 

 

Voting ends Wednesday 22nd July 2009 at 10pm (GMT)

[Zophiel]

I actually like both of these, but Billie Jean sticks in my head better, so it gets my. 1 for Billie Jean.

[Samuraiflip05]

That is so wrong.  When someone says Michael Jackson....someone else says Billie Jean.  But I really like Human Nature as well. 

 

Ahh hell with it.  I'm breaking the bank on this one.  HUMAN NATURE. 

[Krakalakachkn]

Billie Jean

[Corki]

I with Sam in liking both, but the M-G's vote goes to Billie Jean.

[Corki]

Right...concluding this a bit later than expected as I forgot about it last night as I was watching Season 2 of Pushing Daisies on DVD.

 

Anyway, with a 3-1 victory, Billie Jean progresses to Round 2. It is now time for the last tie of the first round.

[Corki]

Round 1, Tie 8

 

 

 

Bad

The second single from the Bad album, that reached number 1 is several countries worldwide. It was intended to be a duet with his rival, Prince.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFcFsVJ0nsM

 

 

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Blood on the Dance Floor

This was the first single from Jackson's remox album, Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix. Peaking at number 1 in a host of countries, including the UK, it focuses on Susie, a predatory woman. The composition explores a variety of genres ranging from rock to funk.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-m8sdivxKhw

 

 

Voting ends Friday 22nd July 2009 at 10pm (GMT)

[Corki]

And the M-G is voting for Blood on the Dance Floor.

[Terrapin]

Michael Jackson. Can't anyone stop talking about that guy.  :P

[Samuraiflip05]

Bad........definitely Bad. 

[Krakalakachkn]

Bad for sure

[Corki]

And Krak's vote means Bad wins by 2 votes to 1, and takes the final place in the last 8.

 

Time for the first tie of Round 2.

[Corki]

Round 2, Tie 1

 

 

 

Dirty Diana

The fifth single from the Bad album, and the final consecutive number 1. The song presented a harder rock sound similar to that of Beat It. Billy Idol's former guitarist Steve Stevens was hired to back him on the track.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWxS-wSOE4k

 

 

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Black or White

The first single from the Dangerous album, it reached number 1 in just about every country it was released in! The song is a mix of hard rock, dance and rap, and promotes racial unity.

 

 

Voting ends Saturday 215th July 2009 at 10pm (GMT)

[Zophiel]

Never mind about the lyrics in this tie, Black or White always get's me dancing my "white girl dance" in the car.

 

My vote is for Black or White.

[Corki]

While I like Dirty Diana, my vote does go to Black or White.

 

Time for the second tie of the 2nd Round.

[Corki]

Round 2, Tie 2

 

 

 

Beat It

Released in 1983, Beat It was the third single off the record breaking album, Thriller. It reached number 1 in a host of charts. The guitar solo is performed by Eddie Van Halen, and Jackson's first foray into rock 'n' roll.

 

 

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Earth Song

Incorporating elements of blues, gospel and opera, the Earth Song was the second single from the HIStory album. Known for releasing socially conscious material, this was the first that overtly dealt with the environment and animal welfare. This is Jackson's best selling single in the UK.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K89S0kfahWc

 

 

Voting ends Sunday 26th July 2009 at 10pm (GMT)

[Zophiel]

No question, my vote goes to Beat It.

 

Earth Song still bugs the crap outta me. . .

[Corki]

I did like Earth Song when it came out...but it is kind of annoying! So that means the M-G's vote goes to Beat It.

[Krakalakachkn]

Secret answer C: Billie Jean

[Samuraiflip05]

Beat It.... ;D

[Corki]

Things got in my way, hence the delay in posting. Anyway, the tie is now over, so Beat It wins by 3 votes to 0.

 

Time for the third tie of the 2nd Round.

[Corki]

Round 2, Tie 3

 

 

 

Smooth Criminal

The seventh single from the Bad album, the song contains a fast-paced beat intertwined with Jackson's lyrics about a woman named Annie, who has been attacked in her apartment by an assailant. It charted at number 1 in many countries, but managed only 7 in the US, and 8 in the UK.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDUbAgfrvU0

 

 

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Billie Jean

The song was the second single from the Thriller album. Another song to gain critical acclaim, it topped both the US Billboard and UK charts at the same time. The song is well known for its distinctive bass line and Jackson's vocal hiccups.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDnI-45pgMQ

 

 

Voting ends Tuesday 28th July 2009 at 10pm (GMT)