The Secret Battle Behind Michael Jackson's Billie Jean

Michael Jackson's Billie Jean became one of the most iconic songs in music history. But behind the legendary bass line was a creative battle that almost changed the record forever. Why did Quincy Jones want to shorten the introduction? Why did Michael Jackson fight to preserve the song's identity? And how did legendary recording engineer Bruce Swedien end up making 91 different mixes — only to choose mix number two? In this documentary, we uncover the extraordinary true story behind the making of Michael Jackson's Billie Jean, from the Thriller recording sessions to the historic Motown 25 performance that introduced his moonwalk to millions. #MichaelJackson #BillieJean #Thriller #QuincyJones #MusicDocumentary