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Michael Jackson was born on August 29 in Gary, Indiana, and is still seen as the most famous individual from Gary. Michael was a child star and began touring at just 8 years old as a part of the Jackson 5. He Also made his record debut at 9 years old. Throughout Michaels career he supported many causes, including efforts to combat HIV/AIDS, promote children's welfare, and support disaster relief.  Although Michael started his career as a part of the Jackson 5, his solo career began in the early 1970s, and he quickly became one of the most famous and successful entertainers in the world. After creating that many say is the best album of all time "Thriller" Michael Jackson unfortunately died on June 25, 2009, from acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication at his home in Los Angeles, California.

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The song “Thriller” was released on November 29, 1982. This song was released under the Album Thriller, which many say is the best album of all time. This song was intended for a wide-ranging audience, but it specifically targeted fans of pop music. The iconic music video appealed to a large demographic, including, teenagers, young adults, and those who were interested in Micahels character. This song was released when many significant changes were occurring, for starters this song was released during the early 1980s which marked a significant period for music videos, since MTV launched in August 1981. Which gave artists like Michael Jackson a platform to publish their music videos to a larger audience. During this time the music industry was also evolving, and the creation of the Thriller music video became a milestone in evolution and set a new standard for music video production.

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Michael Jackson - Thriller (Official 4K Video)

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The song "Thriller" is about a scary encounter with the creatures of the night, specifically zombies. In the lyrics, Michael Jackson sings about a feeling of fear and suspense as he recounts while being followed by creatures from the darkness. He wrote this song primarily to create a thrilling piece of art that would catch the listeners attention. Throughout Michael Jacksons career his goal was to push the boundaries in the music industry, by combining pieces of pop, funk, and horror into one piece of art. This song also deeply connects with culture by combining catchy pop music with attention grabbing horror-themed story line in its iconic music video. The lyrics of “thriller” reveal that the listeners value excitement and the thrill of the supernatural. This song's lyrics reflect common stereotypes in horror fiction, such as the portrayal of nighttime as a time of danger and supernatural creatures.

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In my opinion, this song and Michael Jackson are a significant part of our culture, with his music serving as an audible representation of the 1980s. 'Thriller' is not only a symbol of the vibe of the 1980s but it also left an indelible mark on music history. Despite being born in the early 2000s, 'Thriller' remains a song that resonates with me, since I listened to it regularly during my upbringing. “Thriller” connects with a wide audience because of its status as a pop icon.

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