Michael Jackson – Billie Jean
Michael Jackson – Billie Jean (1983)
Directed by: Steve Barron
Billie Jean by Michael Jackson is a legendary music video that broke racial barriers and revolutionized the music video industry. Directed by Steve Barron, the video features Jackson’s iconic dance moves, including the moonwalk, and a narrative involving a paparazzo trying to capture Jackson. Released in 1983, the video became the first by a black artist to receive heavy rotation on MTV, helping to establish the network’s cultural significance. The song, from the album “Thriller,” remains one of Jackson’s most celebrated works, known for its distinctive bassline and Jackson’s gripping performance.
