Dance Like No One’s Watching: The Timeless Magic of “Billie Jean (1983)

Introduction:

“Billie Jean (1983)” is a musical masterpiece that catapulted the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, into superstardom. Released in 1983, this iconic track has left an indelible mark on the music industry and pop culture. Its infectious rhythm and unforgettable lyrics have made it a timeless classic.

Did You Know?

• Michael Jackson wrote “Billie Jean (1983)” during a long car ride, humming the melody and lyrics into a recorder.
• The song’s distinctive bassline, created by Louis Johnson, is one of the most recognized in music history.
• “Billie Jean” is known for its mesmerizing music video, featuring Michael’s signature moonwalk, which he debuted during a Motown 25th-anniversary performance.
• This track was a game-changer, breaking racial barriers and gaining recognition worldwide, solidifying Michael Jackson’s status as the “King of Pop.”

Video

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 being the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round

People always told me be careful of what you do
And don’t go around breaking young girls’ hearts
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
And be careful of what you do ’cause the lie becomes the truth

Billie Jean is not my lover
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son

For forty days and 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
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
(Do think twice, do think twice)

She told my baby we’d danced ’til three, then she looked at me
Then showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no)
‘Cause we danced on the floor in the round, baby

People always told me be careful of what you do
And don’t go around breaking young girls’ hearts
She came and stood right by me
Just the smell of sweet perfume
This happened much too soon
She called me to her room

Billie Jean is not my lover
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son

Billie Jean is not my lover
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son

She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son

Billie Jean is not my lover
She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son

She says I am the one
You know what you did, (she says he is my son) breaking my heart babe
She says I am the one

Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover (don’t Billie Jean)
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover