Decades after its release, the song continues to thrive. It was certified Diamond by the RIAA in 2022 for digital sales and became the first 1980s music video by a solo artist to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube. Digital Availability
Jackson debuted his signature "moonwalk" during a performance of "Billie Jean" on the Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever television special in 1983. Billie Jean MP3 Download
Jackson recorded his lead vocals in a single take, singing through a six-foot cardboard tube to achieve a specific acoustic effect. Decades after its release, the song continues to thrive