Bad (album)

Bad (album) is the seventh studio album by Michael Jackson, released on August 31, 1987, by Epic Records. The album was produced by Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson, and features guest appearances by Siedah Garrett, Stevie Wonder, and Paul McCartney. The album's music videos, including Bad, The Way You Make Me Feel, and Man in the Mirror, were directed by Martin Scorsese, Joe Pytka, and Donald Wilson, respectively. The album's success can be attributed to the collaboration between Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones, who had previously worked together on Off the Wall and Thriller.

Background

The Bad (album) was recorded at Westlake Recording Studios in Los Angeles, California, from January 5, 1986, to July 9, 1987. Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones worked with a team of songwriters, including Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett, and Rod Temperton, to create the album's songs. The album's lyrics were inspired by Michael Jackson's personal experiences, including his relationships with Elizabeth Taylor, Diana Ross, and Paul McCartney. The album's music was influenced by Rock, Funk, and R&B genres, and features guest appearances by Stevie Wonder, Paul McCartney, and Siedah Garrett. The album's production team included Bruce Swedien, John Barnes, and Greg Phillinganes, who had previously worked with Michael Jackson on Off the Wall and Thriller.

Composition

The Bad (album) features a mix of Pop, Rock, Funk, and R&B styles, with lyrics that explore themes of love, relationships, and social justice. The album's songs, including Bad, The Way You Make Me Feel, and Man in the Mirror, were written by Michael Jackson and a team of songwriters, including Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett, and Rod Temperton. The album's music was influenced by Michael Jackson's work with Quincy Jones on Off the Wall and Thriller, as well as his collaborations with Paul McCartney on Say Say Say and The Girl Is Mine. The album's composition was also influenced by Michael Jackson's experiences with Motown Records, where he worked with Berry Gordy, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder.

Release and reception

The Bad (album) was released on August 31, 1987, by Epic Records, and was a commercial success, selling over 45 million copies worldwide. The album received positive reviews from critics, including Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and Los Angeles Times. The album's singles, including Bad, The Way You Make Me Feel, and Man in the Mirror, were successful on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with Bad reaching number one. The album's success can be attributed to the collaboration between Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones, as well as the album's innovative music videos, which were directed by Martin Scorsese, Joe Pytka, and Donald Wilson. The album's release was also supported by the Bad World Tour, which featured performances by Michael Jackson and a team of dancers, including Vincent Paterson and Travis Payne.

Track listing

The Bad (album) features the following tracks: 1. Bad 2. The Way You Make Me Feel 3. Speed Demon 4. Liberian Girl 5. Just Good Friends 6. Another Part of Me 7. Man in the Mirror 8. I Just Can't Stop Loving You 9. Dirty Diana 10. Smooth Criminal The album's track listing was influenced by Michael Jackson's work with Quincy Jones on Off the Wall and Thriller, as well as his collaborations with Paul McCartney on Say Say Say and The Girl Is Mine.

Personnel

The Bad (album) features a team of musicians, including Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Bruce Swedien, John Barnes, and Greg Phillinganes. The album's guest appearances include Stevie Wonder, Paul McCartney, and Siedah Garrett. The album's production team included Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson, and Bruce Swedien, who had previously worked together on Off the Wall and Thriller. The album's engineering team included Bruce Swedien, John Barnes, and Greg Phillinganes, who had previously worked with Michael Jackson on Off the Wall and Thriller.

Charts and certifications

The Bad (album) was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard 200 chart and being certified 22x multi-platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album's singles, including Bad, The Way You Make Me Feel, and Man in the Mirror, were successful on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with Bad reaching number one. The album's success can be attributed to the collaboration between Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones, as well as the album's innovative music videos, which were directed by Martin Scorsese, Joe Pytka, and Donald Wilson. The album's certifications include American Music Awards, Grammy Awards, and MTV Video Music Awards, and it has been recognized by Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and Los Angeles Times as one of the greatest albums of all time. Category:Michael Jackson albums