Michael Jackson loved Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust" and was instrumental in getting it released as a single, encouraging a hesitant Queen to put out the funk-infused track that became a massive global hit, solidifying his influence on their music and career. He also worked with Freddie Mercury, and their unfinished duet "There Must Be More to Life Than This" was later released.
It was Michael Jackson who suggested to Queen they should release "Another One Bites The Dust" as a single. It would spend 15 weeks in the Billboard top 10, the longest-running top ten song of 1980, including 13 weeks in the top five and winning them a Grammy.
Michael Jackson had been a fan of Queen's during their initial breakout in the U.S., having regularly attended their twelve performances at The Forum between 1977 and 1982. He proposed that he and Mercury collaborate on three songs, to which Mercury agreed.
Diana quietly told Michael that “Dirty Diana” was her favorite song. Out of respect for her royal status, Michael had removed the song from the setlist, thinking it would be inappropriate to perform it in front of the Princess of Wales.
Freddie Mercury's 25 favourite songs:
Elton John was a big favorite of Princess Diana and he famously rearranged his hit song, "Candle in the Wind," for her funeral.
7 of Queen Elizabeth II's Favorite Songs
Prince refused to sing the duet version of Michael Jackson's "Bad" because he objected to the lyric "Your butt is mine," finding it awkward and not something he'd say to Jackson, nor wanted Jackson to say to him. He also declined to participate in the "We Are the World" charity single recording session, reportedly due to his feud with Jackson and creative differences, as well as not wanting to be next to him in the group recording.
"Billie Jean" is one of the most famous songs of the late American artist Michael Jackson. This song was released as part of his sixth album “Thriller” in 1982. It achieved international fame and great success.
Two hymns featured in this list. One was 'Praise, My Soul, The King of Heaven' mentioned above: the other was 'The Lord's My Shepherd'. The words of this beautiful hymn are believed to have been written by the 17th-century Puritan politician and author Francis Rous, based on Psalm 23.
Freddie Mercury refused to work with Michael Jackson after the King of Pop brought a pet llama into the studio.
Michael Jackson's biggest and most enduring crush was Diana Ross, a feeling that began in his childhood and lasted his entire life, with him admiring her as a mentor, friend, and potential lover, even writing the song "Dirty Diana" about her. He saw her as his "mamma," a maternal figure, and his first significant romantic interest, despite the 14-year age gap.
It was updated in 2023, and upgraded as "The 200 Greatest Singers of All Time" list. The 2023 list was compiled by the magazine's staff and key contributors. American singer Aretha Franklin topped the list both times.
While subjective, Michael Jackson's saddest songs often cited by fans include "Gone Too Soon" (a tribute to AIDS victim Ryan White), "She's Out of My Life" (raw heartbreak), "Stranger in Moscow" (loneliness), "Childhood" (lost innocence), and "Earth Song" (global despair). These tracks explore profound loss, isolation, regret, and longing, touching on themes from personal pain to global suffering.
Why exactly was the partnership unsuccessful? According to Mercury's bass player on the album Mr. Bad Guy, the two icons apparently clashed over Jackson inviting his pet llama into the studio's recording booth.
So, what was Michael Jackson's favorite song that he wrote? While it's hard to pinpoint a single track, Speechless shines as a deeply personal favorite—crafted spontaneously from joy and still brimming with authenticity.
Jackson had always stated that "Smile" was one of his favorite songs and that Chaplin was one of his biggest inspirations. He recorded his cover version between March 11–12, 1995, at The Hit Factory.
The number one streamed song of all time, primarily on Spotify, is "Blinding Lights" by The Weeknd, having surpassed 5 billion streams and holding the top spot over other massive hits like Ed Sheeran's "Shape of You" and The Weeknd's "Starboy".
The "hee hee" isn't his invention, he actually borrowed/took it from a Stewie Wonder song.
Jackson was a fan of the band and often attended their shows. After a concert in Los Angeles in 1980, he showed up backstage and told the band members that they needed to release "Another One Bites the Dust" as a single.
Chris Tucker and Michael Jackson had a surprisingly natural friendship built on humor and real admiration. Tucker had grown up loving Michael's music, but once they met, it quickly turned into a genuine connection.
After Michael's death, Prince cancels rehearsal, isolates, then spends a night in Switzerland speaking for hours about Michael's genius, gift, and showmanship. Quiet respect, loud legacy.
The coffin carrying Queen Elizabeth. That tune—"Sleep, Dearie, Sleep"—is the name of The Crown's final episode.
“When they tried to kick me out of England, the Queen made a comment that her grandbabies loved Snoop Doggy Dogg, and he had done no wrong in the U.K., so she gave me permission to be here,” he shared.
1: Bohemian Rhapsody (1977)
“Bohemian Rhapsody” is the only song to have made it to Christmas No. 1 twice.