
Michael Jackson - The Essential Michael Jackson
Musician: Michael JacksonAlbum title: The Essential Michael Jackson
Style: Rhythm & Blues, Funk, Disco
Released: 2008
Country: Europe
Size MP3 version: 1895 mb
Size APE version: 1244 mb
Size WMA version: 1426 mb
Rating ✫: 4.9
Votes: 521
Format: XM ASF ADX MPC DXD VOC AC3
Genre: Funk / Pop
Michael Jackson - The Essential Michael Jackson mp3 album
Tracklist Hide Credits
| 1-01 | –The Jackson 5 | I Want You Back | 2:58 |
| 1-02 | –The Jackson 5 | ABC | 2:57 |
| 1-03 | –The Jackson 5 | The Love You Save | 3:05 |
| 1-04 | –Michael Jackson | Got To Be ThereProducer – Hal DavisWritten-By – Elliot Willensky |
3:25 |
| 1-05 | –Michael Jackson | Rockin' RobinProducer – Jerry Marcellino, Mel LarsonWritten-By – Jimmie Thomas |
2:32 |
| 1-06 | –Michael Jackson | BenWritten-By – Don Black, Walter Scharf |
2:46 |
| 1-07 | –The Jacksons | Enjoy YourselfArranged By – Bobby MartinEngineer – Joe TarsiaMixed By – Jay Marks*, Joe TarsiaProducer – Gamble & HuffWritten-By – Gamble & Huff |
3:21 |
| 1-08 | –The Jacksons | Blame It On The BoogieBass – Gary King, Nathan WattsCongas – Claudio Slon, Laudir De OliveiraDrums, Percussion – Rick Morotta*Engineer – Don Murray, Peter GranetGuitar – Mike Sembello*, Roland Bautista, Tito JacksonKeyboards – Greg PhillinganesMixed By – Don Murray, Peter GranetWritten-By – David Jackson-Rich*, Elmar Krohn, Hans Kampschroer, Michael G. Jackson-Clark*, Thomas Meyer |
3:30 |
| 1-09 | –The Jacksons | Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)Arranged By [Horns And Strings] – Tom Tom "84"*Arranged By [Vocals] – The JacksonsEngineer – Don Murray, Peter GranetExecutive Producer – Bobby Colomby, Mike AtkinsonGuitar – Tito JacksonKeyboards – Greg Phillinganes, Michael BoddickerKeyboards, Drums – Ed Green*Mixed By – Don Murray, Peter GranetWritten-By – Randy Jackson |
3:44 |
| 1-10 | –Michael Jackson | Don't Stop 'Til You Get EnoughArranged By [Percussion] – Michael JacksonArranged By [Strings] – Ben Wright*Backing Vocals [Additional] – Augie Johnson, Jim Gilstrap, Mortonette Jenkins, Paulette McWilliams, Zedric WilliamsPercussion – Michael Jackson, Randy Jackson, Richard Heath |
5:51 |
| 1-11 | –Michael Jackson | Rock With YouArranged By [Strings] – Ben Wright*Arranged By [Vocals] – Rod TempertonBass – Bobby WatsonElectric Piano – David "Hawk" Wolinski |
3:23 |
| 1-12 | –Michael Jackson | Off The WallProgrammed By – Michael BoddickerSynthesizer, Programmed By – George Duke |
3:45 |
| 1-13 | –Michael Jackson | She's Out Of My LifeArranged By [Strings] – Johnny MandelGuitar – Larry CarltonWritten-By – Tom Bahler |
3:37 |
| 1-14 | –Michael Jackson | Can You Feel ItArranged By – Jackie Jackson, Michael JacksonArranged By [Strings] – Tom Tom "84"*Written-By – Jackie Jackson |
3:50 |
| 1-15 | –Michael Jackson & Paul McCartney | The Girl Is MineArranged By [Rhythm] – David PaichArranged By [Synthesizer] – David FosterArranged By [Vocals] – Quincy JonesConductor – Jerry HeyLead Vocals, Backing Vocals – Paul McCartney |
3:41 |
| 1-16 | –Michael Jackson | Billie JeanArranged By [Synthesizer] – Michael JacksonConductor – Jeremy Lubbock |
4:52 |
| 1-17 | –Michael Jackson | Beat It | 4:18 |
| 1-18 | –Michael Jackson | Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'Arranged By [Horns] – Michael JacksonArranged By [Vocals] – Quincy JonesBacking Vocals – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Oren Waters |
4:17 |
| 1-19 | –Michael Jackson | Human NatureArranged By – David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve PorcaroWritten-By – John Bettis, Steven Porcaro* |
3:45 |
| 1-20 | –Michael Jackson | P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)Arranged By – James Ingram, Quincy JonesWritten-By – James Ingram, Quincy Jones |
3:58 |
| 1-21 | –Michael Jackson | ThrillerArranged By [Vocals And Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonEffects – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienRap – Vincent Price |
5:12 |
| 2-01 | –Michael Jackson | BadArranged By [Rhythm] – Christopher CurrellPerformer – Jimmy Smith |
4:07 |
| 2-02 | –Michael Jackson And Siedah Garrett | I Just Can't Stop Loving YouArranged By [Synthesizer] – David PaichArranged By [Vocals] – John BarnesPerformer – Steve Porcaro |
4:11 |
| 2-03 | –Michael Jackson | Leave Me AlonePerformer – Larry Williams |
4:40 |
| 2-04 | –Michael Jackson | The Way You Make Me FeelFinger Snaps – Michael Jackson |
4:26 |
| 2-05 | –Michael Jackson | Man In The MirrorArranged By [Rhythm And Synthesizer] – Glen BallardArranged By [Synthesizer] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocals] – Andrae Crouch*Featuring – Siedah Garrett, The Andrae Crouch Choir*, The WinansWritten-By – Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett |
5:18 |
| 2-06 | –Michael Jackson | Dirty DianaArranged By [Rhythm] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer And Strings] – John BarnesArranged By [Synthesizer], Other [Clave' Clapstick] – Michael JacksonGuitar – Steve Stevens |
4:40 |
| 2-07 | –Michael Jackson | Another Part Of MeArranged By [Vocals] – John Barnes |
3:46 |
| 2-08 | –Michael Jackson | Smooth CriminalHandclaps – Michael JacksonNoises [Creaking And Heavy Breathing] – Frank Dileo |
4:17 |
| 2-09 | –Michael Jackson | Black Or WhiteGuitar [Special Intro] – Slash Lyrics By [Rap] – Bill BottrellPerformer – Augie Johnson, Bobby Watson, David "Hawk" Wolinski, Jerry Hey, John Robinson , Kim Hutchcroft, Larry Carlton, Larry Williams, Louis Johnson, Paulinho Da Costa, Richard HeathProducer – Bill BottrellRap – L.T.B. |
3:22 |
| 2-10 | –Michael Jackson | Heal The WorldArranged By [Choir] – John BahlerArranged By [Prelude], Conductor [Prelude] – Marty PaichComposed By [Prelude] – Marty PaichDrums – Jeff PorcaroFeaturing – The John Bahler SingersKeyboards – Brad Buxer, David PaichPercussion – Bryan LorenProducer – Bruce SwedienSynthesizer – David Paich, Steve PorcaroVocals – Ashley Farell, Christa Larson |
6:25 |
| 2-11 | –Michael Jackson | Remember The TimeProducer – Teddy RileyWritten-By – Bernard Belle |
3:59 |
| 2-12 | –Michael Jackson And Mystery Girl | In The ClosetProducer – Teddy Riley |
4:48 |
| 2-13 | –Michael Jackson | Who Is ItArranged By – Michael JacksonArranged By [Keyboards] – Brad Buxer, David PaichArranged By [Strings] – George Del BarrioProducer – Bill BottrellVoice [Soprano] – Linda Harmon, Michael Jackson |
3:59 |
| 2-14 | –Michael Jackson | Will You Be ThereArranged By [Choir] – Andrae Crouch*, Sandra CrouchArranged By [Orchestra], Conductor – Johnny MandelCo-producer – Bruce SwedienFeaturing – The Andrae Crouch Singers* |
3:40 |
| 2-15 | –Michael Jackson | DangerousProducer – Bruce SwedienSynthesizer – Brad Buxer, Rhett Lawrence, Teddy RileyWritten-By – Bill Bottrell |
6:59 |
| 2-16 | –Michael Jackson | You Are Not AloneProducer – R. KellyWritten-By – Robert Kelly* |
4:55 |
| 2-17 | –Michael Jackson | You Rock My WorldEdited By [Digital] – Harvey Mason, Jr.*, Stuart BrawleyMixed By – Bruce Swedien, Rodney JerkinsPerformer [All Musical Instruments] – Rodney JerkinsProducer – Rodney JerkinsRecorded By – Brad Gilderman, Dexter Simmons, Jean-Marie Horvat, Rodney Jerkins, Stuart BrawleyVoice [Intro] – Chris Tucker Voice [Intro], Performer [All Musical Instruments] – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Fred Jerkins III, LaShawn Daniels, Nora Payne, Rodney Jerkins |
5:08 |
| 3-1 | –Michael Jackson | Can't Get Outta The Rain | 4:06 |
| 3-2 | –Michael Jackson With Paul McCartney | Say, Say, Say | 3:56 |
| 3-3 | –Michael Jackson | Jam | 5:38 |
| 3-4 | –Michael Jackson | They Don't Care About Us | 4:46 |
| 3-5 | –Michael Jackson | Blood On The Dance Floor | 4:14 |
| 3-6 | –Michael Jackson | Stranger In Moscow | 5:45 |
| 3-7 | –Michael Jackson | Butterflies | 4:41 |
Companies, etc.
- Exclusive Retailer – Target
Credits
- Arranged By – The Corporation (tracks: 1-01 to 1-03, 1-06)
- Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry Hey (tracks: 1-08, 1-10 to 1-12, 1-15, 1-16, 1-18, 1-21, 2-01, 2-04, 2-07, 2-08)
- Arranged By [Rhythm] – Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1-08 to 1-10), John Barnes (tracks: 2-06 to 2-08), Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-10, 1-16 to 1-18, 2-01, 2-03, 2-04, 2-06 to 2-08, 2-10, 2-14), Quincy Jones (tracks: 1-15, 1-17, 1-18, 2-01, 2-02, 2-05), Rod Temperton (tracks: 1-11, 1-12, 1-21), Teddy Riley (tracks: 2-11, 2-12, 2-15)
- Arranged By [Synthesizer] – Quincy Jones (tracks: 2-02, 2-05, 2-06), Teddy Riley (tracks: 2-11, 2-12, 2-15)
- Arranged By [Vocals] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-10, 1-15, 1-16, 1-18, 2-01 to 2-04, 2-06 to 2-08, 2-11, 2-12, 2-14, 2-15)
- Artwork By [Art Direction & Design] – David Coleman
- Backing Vocals – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-10 to 1-13, 1-15 to 1-19, 1-21, 2-01, 2-03 to 2-17)
- Bass – Louis Johnson (tracks: 1-10, 1-12, 1-13)
- Co-producer – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-18, 2-01 to 2-08)
- Concertmaster – Gerald Vinci (tracks: 1-10, 1-11, 1-13, 1-15)
- Drums – John Robinson (tracks: 1-10 to 1-12)
- Electric Piano – Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1-10, 1-12, 1-13)
- Executive Producer – Michael Jackson (tracks: 2-09, 2-10, 2-15, 2-17)
- Guitar – David Williams (tracks: 1-10 to 1-12), Marlo Henderson (tracks: 1-10 to 1-12)
- Horns – The Seawind Horns (tracks: 1-10 to 1-12)
- Lead Vocals – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-10 to 1-13, 1-15 to 1-19, 1-21, 2-01, 2-03 to 2-17)
- Mastered By – Joseph M. Palmaccio
- Percussion – Paulinho Da Costa (tracks: 1-09, 1-10, 1-12)
- Photography [Back, Interior] – Sam Emerson
- Photography [Cover] – Douglas Kirkland
- Photography [Interior] – Dick Zimmerman, Kenny Rogers, Neal Preston, Steven Vaughn, Todd Gray
- Producer – Michael Jackson (tracks: 2-09 to 2-17), Quincy Jones (tracks: 1-10 to 1-13, 1-15 to 1-21, 2-01 to 2-08), The Corporation (tracks: 1-01 to 1-03, 1-06), The Jacksons (tracks: 1-08, 1-09, 1-14)
- Synthesizer – Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1-09, 1-11, 1-12), Michael Boddicker (tracks: 1-09, 1-11, 2-10)
- Written-By – Berry Gordy Jr.* (tracks: 1-01 to 1-03), Deke Richards (tracks: 1-01 to 1-03), Alphonso Mizell* (tracks: 1-01 to 1-03), Freddie Perren (tracks: 1-01 to 1-03), Michael J. Jackson* (tracks: 1-09, 1-10, 1-14 to 1-18, 2-01 to 2-04, 2-06 to 2-15, 2-17), Rod Temperton (tracks: 1-11, 1-12, 1-21), Teddy Riley (tracks: 2-11, 2-12, 2-15)
Notes
Available only at Target storesBarcode and Other Identifiers
- Barcode: 886973098523
Other versions
| Category | Artist | Title (Format) | Label | Category | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520422 2, 5204222001, EPC520422 2 | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Epic, Legacy, MJJ Productions, Epic, Legacy, MJJ Productions, Epic, Legacy, MJJ Productions | 520422 2, 5204222001, EPC520422 2 | Europe | 2005 |
| 520422 2 | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Epic, Legacy | 520422 2 | Israel | 2005 |
| SB30060C | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Sony BMG Music Entertainment | SB30060C | South Korea | 2005 |
| none | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCDr, Comp, Promo) | Sony BMG Music Entertainment | none | Europe | 2005 |
| 88697571192 | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Epic, Legacy, MJJ Productions | 88697571192 | Europe | 2005 |
Tracklist Hide Credits
| 1-1 | –The Jackson 5 | I Want You Back | 2:58 |
| 1-2 | –The Jackson 5 | ABC | 2:57 |
| 1-3 | –The Jackson 5 | The Love You Save | 3:05 |
| 1-4 | –Michael Jackson | Got To Be ThereProducer – Hal DavisWritten-By – Elliot Willensky |
3:25 |
| 1-5 | –Michael Jackson | Rockin' RobinProducer – Jerry Marcellino, Mel LarsonWritten-By – Jimmie Thomas |
2:32 |
| 1-6 | –Michael Jackson | BenWritten-By – Don Black, Walter Scharf |
2:46 |
| 1-7 | –The Jacksons | Blame It On The BoogieBass – Gary King, Nathan WattsCongas – Claudio Slon, Laudir De OliveiraDrums, Percussion – Rick Morotta*Engineer, Mixed By – Don Murray, Peter GranetGuitar – Mike Sembello*, Roland Bautista, Tito JacksonKeyboards – Greg PhillinganesWritten-By – David Jackson-Rich*, Elmar Krohn, Hans Kampschroer, Michael J. Jackson-Clark*, Thomas Meyer |
3:30 |
| 1-8 | –The Jacksons | Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)Arranged By [Horns And Strings] – Tom Tom "84"*Arranged By [Vocals] – The JacksonsDrums – Ed Green*Engineer, Mixed By – Don Murray, Peter GranetGuitar – Tito JacksonKeyboards – Greg PhillinganesKeyboards, Synthesizer – Michael BoddickerPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaWritten-By – Michael J. Jackson*, Randy Jackson |
3:45 |
| 1-9 | –Michael Jackson | Don't Stop 'Til You Get EnoughArranged By [Percussion] – Michael JacksonArranged By [Strings] – Ben Wright*Backing Vocals [Additional] – Augie Johnson, Jim Gilstrap, Mortonette Jenkins, Paulette McWilliams, Zedric WilliamsPercussion – Michael Jackson, Paulinho Da Costa, Randy Jackson, Richard Heath |
3:56 |
| 1-10 | –Michael Jackson | Off The WallPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – George Duke, Michael BoddickerSynthesizer – George Duke, Greg Phillinganes |
3:46 |
| 1-11 | –Michael Jackson | Rock With YouArranged By [Strings] – Ben Wright*Arranged By [Vocals] – Rod TempertonBass – Bobby WatsonElectric Piano – David "Hawk" WolinskiSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, Michael Boddicker |
3:23 |
| 1-12 | –Michael Jackson | She's Out Of My LifeArranged By [Strings] – Johnny MandelGuitar – Larry CarltonWritten-By – Tom Bahler |
3:37 |
| 1-13 | –Michael Jackson | Can You Feel ItArranged By [Strings] – Tom Tom 84Written-By, Arranged By – Jackie Jackson, Michael J. Jackson* |
3:50 |
| 1-14 | –Michael Jackson & Paul McCartney | The Girl Is MineArranged By [Rhythm] – David Paich, Quincy JonesArranged By [Strings], Conductor – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer] – David FosterArranged By [Vocals] – Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesConcertmaster – Jerry Vinci*Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals – Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney |
3:41 |
| 1-15 | –Michael Jackson | Billie JeanArranged By [Strings] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Synthesizer] – Michael JacksonConductor [Strings] – Jeremy Lubbock |
4:53 |
| 1-16 | –Michael Jackson | Beat It | 4:18 |
| 1-17 | –Michael Jackson | Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry Hey, Michael JacksonBacking Vocals – Becky Lopez, Bunny Hull, James Ingram, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Michael Jackson, Oren Waters |
4:17 |
| 1-18 | –Michael Jackson | Human NatureArranged By – David Paich, Steve Lukather, Steve PorcaroWritten-By – John Bettis, Steven Porcaro* |
3:46 |
| 1-19 | –Michael Jackson | P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)Written-By, Arranged By – James Ingram, Quincy Jones |
3:58 |
| 1-20 | –Michael Jackson And Siedah Garrett | I Just Can't Stop Loving YouArranged By [Synthesizer] – David Paich, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – John Barnes, Michael JacksonVocals [Duet] – Michael Jackson, Siedah Garrett |
4:11 |
| 1-21 | –Michael Jackson | ThrillerArranged By [Vocals, Synthesizer] – Rod TempertonEffects – Bruce Cannon, Bruce SwedienRap – Vincent Price |
5:14 |
| 2-1 | –Michael Jackson | BadArranged By [Rhythm] – Christopher Currell, Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones |
4:06 |
| 2-2 | –Michael Jackson | The Way You Make Me FeelFinger Snaps – Michael Jackson |
4:26 |
| 2-3 | –Michael Jackson | Man In The MirrorArranged By [Rhythm] – Glen Ballard, Quincy JonesArranged By [Synthesizer] – Glen Ballard, Jerry Hey, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – Andrae Crouch*Featuring – Siedah Garrett, The Andrae Crouch Choir*, The WinansWritten-By – Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett |
5:19 |
| 2-4 | –Michael Jackson | Dirty DianaArranged By [Rhythm] – Jerry Hey, John Barnes, Michael JacksonArranged By [Strings] – John BarnesArranged By [Synthesizer] – John Barnes, Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesGuitar [Solo] – Steve StevensPercussion [Clave' Clapstick] – Michael Jackson |
4:40 |
| 2-5 | –Michael Jackson | Another Part Of MeArranged By [Vocals, Rhythm] – John Barnes, Michael Jackson |
3:46 |
| 2-6 | –Michael Jackson | Smooth CriminalArranged By [Rhythm] – John Barnes, Michael JacksonHandclaps [Clap] – Michael JacksonNoises [Creaking And Heavy Breathing] – Frank Dileo |
4:17 |
| 2-7 | –Michael Jackson | Leave Me AloneSynthesizer [Vocal] – Michael Jackson |
4:39 |
| 2-8 | –Michael Jackson | Black Or WhiteExecutive-Producer – Michael JacksonGuitar [Special Intro] – Slash Lyrics By [Rap] – Bill BottrellProducer – Bill Bottrell, Michael JacksonRap – L.T.B. |
3:21 |
| 2-9 | –Michael Jackson | Remember The TimeArranged By [Rhythm, Synthesizer] – Teddy RileyProducer – Michael Jackson, Teddy RileyWritten-By – Bernard Belle, Michael J. Jackson*, Teddy Riley |
3:59 |
| 2-10 | –Michael Jackson And Mystery Girl | In The ClosetArranged By [Rhythm, Synthesizer] – Teddy RileyProducer – Michael Jackson, Teddy RileyWritten-By – Michael J. Jackson*, Teddy Riley |
4:48 |
| 2-11 | –Michael Jackson | Who Is ItArranged By – Michael JacksonArranged By [Keyboards] – Brad Buxer, David PaichArranged By [Strings] – George Del BarrioProducer – Bill Bottrell, Michael JacksonSoprano Vocals – Linda Harmon, Michael Jackson |
3:59 |
| 2-12 | –Michael Jackson | Heal The WorldArranged By [Choir] – John BahlerArranged By [Prelude], Conductor [Prelude] – Marty PaichComposed By [Prelude] – Marty PaichDrums – Jeff PorcaroExecutive-Producer – Michael JacksonFeaturing – The John Bahler SingersKeyboards – Brad Buxer, David PaichPercussion – Bryan LorenProducer – Bruce Swedien, Michael JacksonSynthesizer – David Paich, Michael Boddicker, Steve PorcaroVocals – Ashley Farell, Christa Larson |
6:25 |
| 2-13 | –Michael Jackson | Will You Be ThereArranged By [Choir] – Andrae Crouch*, Sandra CrouchArranged By [Orchestra], Conductor – Johnny MandelCo-producer – Bruce SwedienFeaturing – The Andrae Crouch Singers*Producer – Michael Jackson |
3:40 |
| 2-14 | –Michael Jackson | You Are Not AloneProducer – Michael Jackson, R. KellyWritten-By – Robert Kelly* |
4:56 |
| 2-15 | –Michael Jackson | Earth SongChoir – Andrae Crouch Singers*Co-producer – Bill BottrellKeyboards – David PaichProducer – David Foster, Michael JacksonProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Steve Porcaro |
5:02 |
| 2-16 | –Michael Jackson | They Don't Care About UsBacking Vocals – Andrae Crouch Choir*Guitar [Background] – Slash , Trevor RabinProducer – Michael Jackson |
4:44 |
| 2-17 | –Michael Jackson | You Rock My WorldExecutive-Producer – Michael JacksonInstruments [All] – Michael Jackson, Rodney JerkinsPerformer [Intro] – Chris Tucker , Michael JacksonProducer – Michael Jackson, Rodney JerkinsWritten-By – Fred Jerkins III, LaShawn Daniels, Michael J. Jackson*, Nora Payne, Rodney Jerkins |
5:08 |
Companies, etc.
- Phonographic Copyright (p) – Motown Records
- Phonographic Copyright (p) – Sony BMG Music Entertainment
- Phonographic Copyright (p) – MJJ Productions Inc.
- Copyright (c) – MJJ Productions Inc.
- Record Company – UMG Recordings, Inc.
- Licensed From – Universal Music Enterprises
- Produced For – Quincy Jones Productions
- Produced For – MJJ Productions Inc.
- Recorded At – Record One, Los Angeles
- Recorded At – Sony Music Studios, New York City
- Mastered At – Sony Music Studios, New York City
- Mixed At – Marvin's Room
- Mixed At – The Hit Factory Criteria
- Pressed By – Sony Music
Credits
- Arranged By – The Corporation (tracks: 1-1 to 1-3, 1-6)
- Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry Hey (tracks: 1-7, 1-21 to 2-2, 2-5, 2-6)
- Arranged By [Rhythm] – Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1-7 to 1-9), Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-9, 1-15 to 1-17, 2-2, 2-7, 2-12, 2-13), Quincy Jones (tracks: 1-16, 1-17, 1-20), Rod Temperton (tracks: 1-10, 1-11, 1-21)
- Arranged By [Vocals] – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-15, 1-17, 2-1, 2-2, 2-4, 2-6, 2-7, 2-9, 2-10, 2-13)
- Art Direction, Design – David Coleman
- Backing Vocals – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-9 to 1-12, 1-15 to 1-18, 1-21 to 2-17)
- Bass – Louis Johnson (tracks: 1-9, 1-10, 1-12)
- Co-producer – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-17, 1-20, 2-1 to 2-7)
- Compilation Producer [Project Director] – Joy Gilbert Monfried, Roger Menz
- Concertmaster – Gerald Vinci (tracks: 1-9, 1-11, 1-12)
- Drums – John Robinson (tracks: 1-9 to 1-11)
- Electric Piano – Greg Phillinganes (tracks: 1-9, 1-10, 1-12)
- Guitar – David Williams (tracks: 1-9 to 1-11), Marlo Henderson (tracks: 1-9 to 1-11)
- Horns – The Seawind Horns (tracks: 1-9 to 1-11)
- Lead Vocals – Michael Jackson (tracks: 1-9 to 1-12, 1-15 to 1-18, 1-21 to 2-17)
- Liner Notes – Nelson George
- Mastered By – Joseph M. Palmaccio
- Photography By [Back] – Sam Emerson
- Photography By [Cover] – Douglas Kirkland
- Photography By [Interior] – Dick Zimmerman , Kenny Rogers , Sam Emerson, Steven Vaughn, Todd Grey
- Producer – Quincy Jones (tracks: 1-9 to 1-12, 1-14 to 2-7), The Corporation (tracks: 1-1 to 1-3, 1-6), The Jacksons (tracks: 1-7, 1-8, 1-13)
- Written-By – Berry Gordy Jr.* (tracks: 1-1 to 1-3), Deke Richards (tracks: 1-1 to 1-3), Alphonso Mizell* (tracks: 1-1 to 1-3), Freddie Perren (tracks: 1-1 to 1-3), Michael J. Jackson* (tracks: 1-9, 1-14 to 1-17, 1-20, 2-1, 2-2, 2-4 to 2-8, 2-11 to 2-13, 2-15,2-16), Rod Temperton (tracks: 1-10, 1-11, 1-21)
Notes
© 2005 MJJ Productions Inc.℗ 1972 Motown Records, a division of UMG Recording Inc.
1978, 1983 Sony BMG Music Entertainment,
1979, 1982, 1987, 1991, 1995, 2001, 2005 MJJ Productions Inc.
This package consists of previously released material.
520422201 - EPC520422 2
Made in the EU
CD version of The Essential Michael Jackson (2xLP).
Note on backside:
Michael Jackson has been entertaining the world with his incredible musical talent, unequaled dance moves and ground-breaking creativity for over 4 decades. With three #1 smash hits by the time he was 11 years old, to being the first black artist to break the barriers and dominate MTV with his incredible short films, Michael Jackson never ceases to amaze his fans around the world. Now for the first time EVER, take a special journey through the career and musical genius of Michael Jackson from his early recordings with the Jackson 5 to his latest musical works. Listen to the King Of Pop...it's essential.
Barcode and Other Identifiers
- Barcode: 5 099752 042227
- Barcode (Scanned): 5099752042227
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1, Variant 1): Sony Music S5204222001-0102 31
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1, Variant 2): Sony Music S5204222001-0102 71 A03
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1, Variant 3): Sony Music 55204222001-0102 31 A16
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1, Variant 4): S5204222001-0102 64 A6
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1, Variant 5): Sony Music S5204222001-0102 71 B11
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 1, Variant 6): Sony Music S5204222001-0102 71 A20
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2, Variant 1): Sony Music S5204222001-0202 24
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2, Variant 2): Sony Music S5204222001-0202 51 A2
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2, Variant 3): Sony Music S5204222001-0202 24 A21
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2, Variant 4): S5204222001-0202 41 A7
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2, Variant 5): Sony Music S5204222001-0202 81 A11
- Matrix / Runout (Disc 2, Variant 6): Sony Music S5204222001-0202 81 A15
- Mastering SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 4, 5, 6): IFPI L551
- Mastering SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 1, 2, 4, 5, 6): IFPI L551
- Mastering SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 3): IFPI L554
- Mould SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 1): IFPI 947C
- Mould SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 2): IFPI 948R
- Mould SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 3): IFPI 946S
- Mould SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 4): IFPI 944N
- Mould SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 5): IFPI 94Y4
- Mould SID Code (Disc 1, Variant 6): IFPI 94K7
- Mould SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 1): IFPI 946S
- Mould SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 2): IFPI 948P
- Mould SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 3): IFPI 944S
- Mould SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 4): IFPI 941T
- Mould SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 5): IFPI 941Q
- Mould SID Code (Disc 2, Variant 6): IFPI 94Z2
- Rights Society: BIEM/GEMA
- Label Code: LC 00199
Other versions
| Category | Artist | Title (Format) | Label | Category | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520422 2 | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Epic, Legacy | 520422 2 | Israel | 2005 |
| SB30060C | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Sony BMG Music Entertainment | SB30060C | South Korea | 2005 |
| none | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCDr, Comp, Promo) | Sony BMG Music Entertainment | none | Europe | 2005 |
| EICP-20051 | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp, Ltd, Blu) | Epic | EICP-20051 | Japan | 2009 |
| 88697571192 | Michael Jackson | The Essential Michael Jackson (2xCD, Comp) | Epic, Legacy, MJJ Productions | 88697571192 | Europe | 2005 |











