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The standout track is arguably "Sunset Driver." A funky, horn-driven groove, the song has been a "holy grail" for fans for decades, previously only available in snippets or leaked versions. Hearing the master recording now, it sounds like a companion piece to "Billie Jean," proving that Jackson’s well of creativity during this era was overflowing.

You cannot discuss the legacy of Thriller without discussing its visual impact. Before 1982, music videos were largely promotional afterthoughts. Michael Jackson turned them into high-art short films. michael jackson thriller 40 album