Billie Jean” is a song written and performed by one of the most famous singers in the world, Michael Jackson. It was released in 1982 as part of his amazing Thriller album. The lyrics were actually written by Michael Jackson himself, and they basically tell a story about a woman named Billie Jean who claims that the narrator is the father of her child.
The song really focuses on how dangerous being famous can be and also explores themes of love and obsession with some sprinkles of mentioning false accusations, which may or may not hint towards some possible personal experiences at this matter Mr. Jackson might have had to face. Featuring an unforgettable beat and incredible melody, Billie Jean became such a hit all over the entire Earth that it practically laid out the blueprint for what modern pop music would sound like for decades.
Billie Jean Lyrics By Michael Jackson
Aspect | Details |
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Song Title | Billie Jean |
Songwriter | Michael Jackson |
Artist | Michael Jackson |
Album | Thriller (1982) |
Release Date | January 2, 1983 |
Genre | Pop, R&B |
Producer(s) | Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones |
Theme | Fame, obsession, false accusations, personal relationships |
Narrative | A woman named Billie Jean claims the narrator is the father of her child, but he denies it. |
Inspiration | Michael Jackson’s personal experiences with obsessive fans and false rumors. |
Lyrics Style | Storytelling, dramatic, with a tone of defiance and reflection |
Key Lyrics | “Billie Jean is not my lover, she’s just a girl who claims that I am the one.” |
Musical Elements | Iconic bassline, danceable rhythm, Jackson’s powerful vocals |
Chart Performance | #1 on Billboard Hot 100 for seven weeks, worldwide chart-topping success. |
Awards & Honors | Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, MTV Video Music Awards |
Notable Performances | Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever (first live performance of the moonwalk) |
Cultural Impact | Defined pop music of the ’80s, influenced countless artists, and cemented Jackson’s legacy. |
Legacy | Billie Jean is recognized as one of the greatest pop songs ever, with enduring influence. |
Billie Jean Lyrics
She was more like a beauty queen from a movie scene
I said, “Don’t mind, but what do you mean, I am the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round?”
She said I am the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
She told me her name was Billie Jean as she caused a scene
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of bein’ the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
People always told me, “Be careful of what you do
Don’t go around breakin’ young girls’ hearts” (Hee-hee)
And mother always told me, “Be careful of who you love
And be careful of what you do (Oh-oh)
‘Cause the lie becomes the truth” (Oh-oh), hey-ey
Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one (Oh, baby)
But the kid is not my son (Hoo)
She says I am the one (Oh, baby)
But the kid is not my son (Hee-hee-hee, no-no, hee-hee-hee, hoo)
For forty days and for forty nights, the law was on her side
But who can stand when she’s in demand? Her schemes and plans
‘Cause we danced on the floor in the round (Hee)
So take my strong advice
Just remember to always think twice
(Don’t think twice) Do think twice! (A-hoo!)
She told my baby we’d danced ’til three, then she looked at me
Then showed a photo of a baby cryin’, his eyes were like mine (Oh, no)
‘Cause we danced on the floor in the round, baby (Ooh, hee-hee-hee)
People always told me, “Be careful of what you do
And don’t go around breakin’ young girls’ hearts” (Don’t break no hearts; hee-hee)
But she came and stood right by me
Just the smell of sweet perfume (Ha-oh)
This happened much too soon (Ha-oh, ha-ooh)
She called me to her room (Ha-oh, hoo), hey-ey
Billie Jean is not my lover (Hoo)
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
No-no-no, no-no-no-no-no-no (Hoo)
Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one (Oh, baby)
But the kid is not my son (Oh, no, no)
She says I am the one (Oh, baby)
But the kid is not my son (No, hee-hee-hee, ah, hee-hee-hee)
Hee, hoo
She says I am the one, uh
But the kid is not my son (No-no-no, hoo, ohh)
Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one (You know what you did to me, baby)
But the kid is not my son
No-no-no (No-no-no, ah), no-no-no-no (No-no-no)
She says I am the one (No)
But the kid is not my son (No-no-no-no)
She says I am the one (You know what you did)
She says he is my son (Breakin’ my heart, babe)
She says I am the one
Yeah, yeah, Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
Yeah, Billie Jean is not my lover, uh
Yeah, Billie Jean is not my lover, uh (She is just a girl)
Yeah, Billie Jean is not my lover, uh (She is just a girl; don’t call me Billie Jean, hoo)
Billie Jean is not my lover, uh (She is just a girl; she’s not at the scene)
Billie Jean is not (Hee), aaow, ooh
Yeah, Billie Jean is
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