Bad (Michael Jackson song) Bad (Michael Jackson song) "Bad" is a song by American recording artist Michael Jackson. It was released by Epic Records on September 7, 1987 as the second single from Jackson's third major-label and seventh studio album of the same name. The song was written and composed by Jackson, and produced by Quincy Jones and Jackson. Jackson stated that the song was influenced by a real-life story he had read about, of a young man who tried to escape poverty by attending private school but ended up being killed when he returned home. "Bad" received positive reviews, with some critics noting
Thriller (Michael Jackson album) Jackson's other albums for the Super Audio CD format, but Jackson did not approve the mixes. Consequently, "Thriller" was issued on SACD only in a stereo version. In February 2008, Epic Records released "Thriller 25"; Jackson served as executive producer. "Thriller 25" appeared on CD, USB and vinyl with seven bonus tracks, the new song "For All Time", a snippet of Price's voiceover and five remixes featuring American artists Fergie, will.i.am, Kanye West and Akon. It also included a DVD featuring three music videos, the "" "Billie Jean" performance and a booklet with a message from Jackson. The ballad "For