description Thriller Overview
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' is a groundbreaking album that revolutionized the music industry. Featuring hit songs like 'Billie Jean,' 'Beat It,' and the iconic title track, it sold over 66 million copies worldwide and won eight Grammy Awards.
info Thriller Specifications
| Genre | Pop, R&B, Rock, Funk |
| Artist | Michael Jackson |
| Producer | Quincy Jones |
| Record Label | Epic Records |
| Release Date | November 30, 1982 |
| Total Tracks | 9 |
| Certification | 34× Platinum (RIAA) |
| Total Duration | 42:19 |
| Recording Studio | Westlake Recording Studios, Los Angeles, CA |
| Number Of Singles | 7 top-10 singles |
| Peak Billboard 200 Weeks | 37 |
balance Thriller Pros & Cons
- Best-selling album of all time with over 66 million copies sold worldwide
- Produced seven top-10 singles including 'Billie Jean,' 'Beat It,' and 'Thriller'
- Won 8 Grammy Awards in 1984 including Album of the Year
- Revolutionary music videos that transformed the medium, especially the iconic 'Thriller' short film
- Masterful blend of pop, rock, and R&B that appealed to diverse audiences
- Set new standards for production quality, choreography, and music video storytelling
- Music production style may feel dated to some modern listeners unfamiliar with 80s aesthetics
- Limited lyrical depth compared to more socially-conscious contemporary artists
- Not every track is equally strong - some deep cuts are rarely revisited
- Michael Jackson's later controversial legacy may affect some listeners' personal enjoyment
- While innovative for its time, the genre fusion has been replicated by countless artists since
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How many copies has Thriller sold?
Thriller has sold over 66 million copies worldwide, making it the best-selling album of all time. It held the record for over 37 years until 2024 when it was surpassed by Taylor Swift's 'Midnights' in the US market.
What songs are on the Thriller album?
The album contains 9 tracks: 'Wanna Be Startin' Somethin',' 'Baby Be Mine,' 'The Girl Is Mine,' 'Thriller,' 'Beat It,' 'Billie Jean,' 'Human Nature,' 'P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing),' and 'The Lady in My Life.'
How many Grammy Awards did Thriller win?
Thriller won 8 Grammy Awards in 1984, including Record of the Year for 'Beat It,' Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Performance for Michael Jackson, and Best R&B Vocal Performance for 'Billie Jean.'
When was Thriller released and how long did it take to create?
Thriller was released on November 30, 1982, by Epic Records. Recording took place primarily in 1982 at Westlake Recording Studios in Los Angeles, with production by Quincy Jones over approximately 3-4 months.
What makes Thriller the greatest album of all time?
Thriller is considered the greatest due to its unprecedented commercial success, groundbreaking music videos that revolutionized the medium, perfect blend of pop accessibility with rock and R&B influences, and its lasting cultural impact on the music industry.
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Music enthusiasts and collectors seeking to experience or revisit the defining album that revolutionized pop music, set industry records, and created the modern music video format.
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- Genre: Pop, R&B, Rock, Funk
- Artist: Michael Jackson
- Producer: Quincy Jones
- Record label: Epic Records
- Release date: November 30, 1982
- Total tracks: 9
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