How do you follow Thriller ? By trying to sell 100 million copies again. Bad didn't quite get there (it only sold 35 million), but it proved Jackson’s dominance. This was the "tough" Michael—zippers, leather, and anthems of defiance. Tracks like "Smooth Criminal" and "The Way You Make Me Feel" are masterclasses in rhythm and arrangement. It produced a record-breaking five #1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100.
: His final solo studio effort for Motown before moving to Epic Records. The Golden Era with Quincy Jones (1979–1987) michael jackson discografia
Leaving Quincy Jones behind, Jackson embraced New Jack Swing. Dangerous is darker, grittier, and more paranoid. The grooves are heavier ("Jam," "Remember the Time"), but the ballads ("Heal the World," "Will You Be There") showcase his messianic complex. It is often considered his most sonically complex album—a bridge between pure pop and the industrial/hip-hop beats of the 90s. How do you follow Thriller