description Off the Wall Overview
Off the Wall is a landmark 1979 funk-album by Michael Jackson, significantly impacting R&B and disco-funk music. Produced by Quincy Jones, it showcased Jackson’s evolving artistry and established him as a major solo performer. The album achieved enormous commercial success, selling over twenty million copies globally and remains influential for its innovative sound and production techniques. It is particularly relevant to fans of classic 70s funk and those interested in the development of Michael Jackson's musical career.
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Off the Wall ranks #1 of 204 in the Funk Album ranking, ahead of Papa's Got a Brand New Bag.
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Which Off the Wall songs did Michael Jackson write?
Jackson wrote "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough," "Working Day and Night," and "Get on the Floor," the latter with Louis Johnson. Rod Temperton supplied major songs including "Rock with You" and the title track.
Was Off the Wall Michael Jackson's first solo album?
No. Jackson had already released solo records for Motown, beginning with Got to Be There in 1972. Off the Wall was his first Epic Records solo album and his first collaboration with producer Quincy Jones.
How did Michael Jackson meet Quincy Jones before Off the Wall?
They worked together on the 1978 film musical The Wiz, in which Jackson played the Scarecrow and Jones supervised the music. Jones then produced Off the Wall in 1979 and later returned for Thriller and Bad.
Does Paul McCartney appear on Off the Wall?
Yes. McCartney wrote "Girlfriend," a song first recorded by Wings for London Town, and Jackson included his own version on Off the Wall.
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