
Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson – Overview
1. Release and Album
Released: January 2, 1983
Album: Thriller (1982)
Label: Epic Records
Writer & Producer: Michael Jackson (co-produced by Quincy Jones)
2. Background and Inspiration
Michael Jackson wrote “Billie Jean” based on experiences with obsessive fans and groupies. The song tells the story of a woman who claims the narrator is the father of her child, which he denies, insisting: “The kid is not my son.” Jackson clarified that it wasn’t about one specific woman but a composite of experiences.