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20 Things You Didn't Know About – Episode 2: Thriller – The Secrets Behind the Biggest Album of All Time
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In this episode of 20 Things You Didn't Know About, we're diving deep into the album that moonwalked its way into history: Thriller by Michael Jackson. Released in 1982, Thriller isn't just an album—it's a global phenomenon that redefined pop music, music videos, and superstardom itself. But even if you’ve worn out your vinyl copy or memorized every beat, we promise you’ve never heard the full story like this.
I’ll walk you through 20 little-known facts about Thriller, including:
- The unexpected rock guitarist who helped create one of MJ’s most famous tracks
- Why the album’s iconic title almost wasn’t Thriller at all
- The eerie real-life story behind Vincent Price’s legendary spoken word outro
- The groundbreaking music video that broke MTV barriers and almost didn’t happen
- The secret creative tension between Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones
- How a last-minute addition to the album became its biggest hit
- And why Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson’s friendship... didn’t last
Whether you’re a lifelong MJ fan or just curious how one album changed music history forever, this episode will give you all the weird, wild, and wonderful stories you never knew were hiding behind those unforgettable grooves.
Join me for a pop culture deep-dive full of ‘80s nostalgia, music industry drama, and a few ghostly surprises along the way.
🎧 20 Things You Didn’t Know About – Where pop culture legends tell their secrets.
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