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This album could be described in a few words: the best album of the King of Pop. That’s enough. It would be enough. It would be enough if this weren’t a review for DeBaser. But it is, so it's better to roll up our sleeves and start writing.
"Dangerous" is quite a long album (14 tracks) with a high density of masterpiece tracks, surrounded by other pieces that perfectly coordinate with each other.
It begins with the lively and brilliant "Jam", a highly danceable track, perhaps a bit too electronic but still agreeable to the ear, with an interesting intersection of rap. The lyrics turn out to be decidedly profound, far more than the rhythm of the song itself.
"Why You Wanna Trip On Me" is a background piece but certainly shows great class, with the usual R&B touches and maybe even a bit of rock. Michael’s voice is beautiful, unique, typical of his new sound. And again, here’s a great text, in which Michael keeps saying, "there are many severe problems in the world, why do you want to care about me?"
"In The Closet" is the first true gem of the album, sultry and mysterious melody, fantastic rhythm and music, once again Michael's voice is used in that splendid way, with a young, debuting Naomi Campbell putting the cherry on top.
"She Drives Me Wild" may not be among Michael’s best songs, but he certainly does what he enjoys here, without caring about what people like. Here he indulges in black music, in a track that has only one jarring note: a decidedly annoying background sound effect.
"Remember The Time" in my opinion is a song a bit overrated, though one must admit that Michael once again brings out his origins for a track that fulfills without absolutely overdoing it.
"Can’t Let Her Get Away" appears very similar to "She Drives Me Wild": here too, Michael finds a good piece which, however, will never make it among his masterpieces.
We reach the second part of the album; the introduction is officially over, we delve into the heart, with Michael’s splendid music permeating our very core. And here comes another gem: it’s "Heal The World", who doesn’t know the chorus, the music might not be great, but when the introduction ends, recited by a tender child’s voice, and Michael starts singing with incredible sweetness, we all begin to think of wanting to do something more to "make the world a better place." In a single word, TENDERNESS.
Sweet “Heal The World” ends and we begin with another masterpiece of Jackson's career: "Black Or White", catchy from the start, who couldn’t appreciate the guitar that kicks in and that blend of genres that nonetheless remains pleasant, and great credit must be given, because there was the risk of muddling too much and messing up the track.
And after these two huge successes, we arrive at Michael Jackson’s MASTERPIECE: "Who Is It", to this track, I want to dedicate a few more lines. The intro with its mysterious and sensual choruses is just a prelude to what comes next: the rhythmic base traps you after a couple of seconds, the melody is mysterious and in almost inhuman tones, the chorus is incredibly beautiful and the musical base is simply fantastic for how harmonious it is. The lyrics talk about a man destroyed by a sudden separation, which makes the song even more beautiful and mysterious.
And after this wonderful track, we move to a whole other genre: the rock of"Give In To Me", a stunning song. Pure rock, without renouncing a typically “black” tone and notes of great character and strength, the chorus is incredibly furious, here Michael unleashes all his most intimate feelings with great character. Even the arrangement and the musical base are very beautiful.
We arrive at "Will You Be There". The first time I listened to this song, I started humming it after the first verse. It is the beautiful black gospel enjoyed by Michael and the fans, with a finale where Jackson brings out literally EVERYTHING in his repertoire (and I assure you that it’s not little), alternating with the choir with impressively powerful high notes. Appreciable the Beethoven intro.
So, "Keep The Faith", nice blend here as well, the beginning is very sweet, with natural instruments accompanying Michael’s voice, which later unleashes and starts in a chorus of good character.
I believe I have rarely heard a sweeter and more harmonious piece than "Gone Too Soon". It could be a sweet lullaby, truly incredible how the King of Pop can alter his splendid voice.
The finale with the mysterious title track "Dangerous", great track, perhaps a bit underrated, but upon reflection, you won't find a single flaw, it's all put together greatly, Michael's voice talking about this “dangerous” girl is truly wonderful.
In short, a legendary album, where nothing is discarded, absolutely nothing, Michael Jackson's best. And that should suffice.
Tracklist Lyrics Samples and Videos
01 Jam (05:38)
Music by Rene Moore, Bruce Swedien, Michael Jackson and Teddy Riley.
Song and Lyrics by Michael Jackson.
Produced by Michael Jackson, Teddy Riley and Bruce Swedien.
Michael Jackson & Heavy D
Jam
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One two three...
(Intro: Background Voices)
...Nation to nation all the world must come together
Face the problems that we see then maybe somehow we can work it out
I asked my neighbour for a favor she said later
What has come of all the people have we lost love of what it's about
I have to find my peace 'cause no one seems to let me be
Fal' prophets cry of doom what are the possibilities
I told my brother there'll be problem time and tears for fears
We must leave each day like is today
Go with it go with it
Jam
It ain't too much stuff
Jam
It ain't too much
It ain't too much for me to
Jam
It ain't
It ain't too much stuff
Jam
It ain't don't you
It ain't too much for me to
The world keeps changing rearranging minds and thoughts
Predictions fly of doom the baby boom has come of age we'll work it out
I told my brothers don't you ask me for no favors
I'm conditioned by the system don't ya talk to me or scream and shout
She prays to God to Buddha then she sings a talmud song
Confusions contradict the self do we know right from wrong
I just want you to recognize me in the temple
You can't hurt me I found peace within myself
Go with it go with it
Jam
It ain't
It ain't too much stuff
Jam
It ain't too much
It ain't too much for me to
Jam
It ain't
It ain't too much stuff
Jam
It ain't don't you
It ain't too much for me to
Jam
A-ha
It ain't too much stuff
Jam
It ain't too much
It ain't too much for me to
Jam
It ain't too
It ain't too much stuff
Jam
It ain't don't you
It ain't too much for me to
Haw
Jam jam here comes the man hot damn
The big boy stands movin' up a hand
Makin' funky tracks with my man Michael Jackson
Smooth criminal that the man is Mike so relaxed
Jingle mingle jingle in the jungle
Bum rushed the door three and four's in a bundle
03 In the Closet (06:32)
[Naomi Campbell]
There's something
I have to say to you
If you promise you'll
Understand
I cannot contain myself
When in your presence
I'm so humble
Touch me
Don't hide our love
Woman to man
[Michael]
She's just a lover
Who's doin' me by
Is it worth a giving
Is it worth the try
You cannot cleave it
Put it in the furnace
I do not wet it
You cannot burn it
She wants to give
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
Dare me
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
She wants to give it
(She wants to give it)
Yeah
(All, she wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
It's just a feeling
You have to soothe it
You can't neglect it
You can't abuse it
It's just desire
You cannot waste it
Then, if you want it
Then, why don’t you taste it
She wants to give
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
Dare me
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
She's gonna get it
(She wants to give it)
Yeah
(All, she wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
[Naomi Campbell]
One thing in life
You must understand
The truth of lust
Woman to man
So open the door
And you will see
There are no secrets
To make you move
Set me free
[Michael]
Aah, because there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
To give it to you
I swear there's something
About you baby
Ooh, uh..
Just promise me
Whatever we say
Or whatever we do
To each other
(What ever we do)
For now we'll make a vow
To just
Keep it in the closet
If you can get it
It's worth a try
I really want it
I can't deny
It's just desire
I really love it
[Naomi Campbell]
'Cause if it's aching
You have to rub it
[Michael]
She wants to give
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
Dare me
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
She's gonna get it
(She wants to give it)
Yeah
(All, she wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
[Naomi Campbell]
Just open the door
And you will see
This passion burns
Inside of me
Don't say to me
You never tell
Touch me there
Make the move
Cast the spell
[Michael]
Aah, because there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
To give it to you
I swear there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
Just promise me
Whatever we say
Or do to each other
(What ever we do)
For now we'll make
A vow to just
Keep it in the closet
Dare me
Ooh!
Because there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
To give it to you
Because there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
To give it to you
I swear there's something
(Hello, now!)
About you baby
That makes me want
To give it to you
(Hello baby!)
I swear there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
(Hello now, hello..)
To give it to you
(Hello babe, hello baby..)
I swear there's something
About you baby
That makes me want
To give it to you
(Hee, hee-hee!)
Somethin' about you baby
That makes me want
Just promise me
Whatever we say
Or whatever we do to (yey)
Each other
(What ever we do)
For now we'll make a vow
To just
Keep it in the closet
(She wants to give it)
Dare me
(All)
Keep it in the closet
(She wants to give it)
Dare me
(All)
Keep it in the closet
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
Dare me
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
(Keep it in the closet)
(She wants to give it)
Dare me
(She wants to give it)
(All, she wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
Keep it in the closet
(She wants to give it)
(She wants to give it)
Keep it in the closet
She wants to give it
All, she wants to give it
08 Black or White (04:16)
Written and Composed by Michael Jackson.
Rap Lyrics by Bill Bottrell.
Produced by Michael Jackson and Bill Bottrell.
Aaow
Aaow
I Took My Baby
On A Saturday Bang
Boy Is That Girl With You
Yes We're One And The Same
Now I Believe In Miracles
And A Miracle
Has Happened Tonight
Hee
But, If
You're Thinkin'
About My Baby
It Don't Matter If You're
Black Or White
Ooo..
They Print My Message
In The Saturday Sun
I Had To Tell Them
I Ain't Second To None
And I Told About Equality
An It's True
Either You're Wrong
Or You're Right
Aooo
But, If
You're Thinkin'
About My Baby
It Don't Matter If You're
Black Or White
Hee
Go, yeah
Hee, hee
I Am Tired Of This Devil
I Am Tired Of This Stuff
I Am Tired Of This Business
Sew When The
Going Gets Rough
I Ain't Scared Of
Your Brother
I Ain't Scared Of No Sheets
I Ain't Scare Of Nobody
Girl When The
Goin' Gets Mean
(L. T. B. Rap Performance)
Protection
For Gangs, Clubs
And Nations
Causing Grief In
Human Relations
It's A Turf War
On A Global Scale
I'd Rather Hear Both Sides
Of The Tale
See, It's Not About Races
Just Places
Faces
Where Your Blood
Comes From
Is Where Your Space Is
I've Seen The LIGHT
Get Duller
I'm Not Going To Spend
My Life Being A Color
(Michael)
Don't Tell Me You Agree With Me
When I Saw You Kicking Dirt In My Eye
Hee, hee
But, If
You're Thinkin' About My Baby
It Don't Matter If You're Black Or White
I Said If
You're Thinkin' Of
Being My Baby
It Don't Matter If You're Black Or White
I Said If
You're Thinkin' Of
Being My Brother
It Don't Matter If You're
Black Or White
No, no ,alright
Ooh, Ooh
Alright
Yeah, Yeah, Yeah Now
Alright ,alright
Ooh, Ooh
Shomon
Yeah, Yeah, Yeah Now
Alright
Ooh, Ooh
It's Black, It's White
It's Tough For You
To Get By
It's Black , It's White, Whoo
Ooh, Ooh
It's Black, It's White
It's Tough For You
To Get By
It's Black , It's White, Whoo
14 Dangerous (06:59)
Written and Composed by Michael Jackson, Bill Bottrell and Teddy Riley.
Produced by Teddy Riley and Michael Jackson.
The Way She Came Into The Place
I Knew Right Then And There
There Was Something Different
About This Girl
The Way She Moved
Her Hair, Her Face, Her Lines
Divinity In Motion
As She Stalked The Room
I Could Feel The Aura
Of Her Presence
Every Head Turned
Feeling Passion And Lust
The Girl Was Persuasive
The Girl I Could Not Trust
The Girl Was Bad
The Girl Was Dangerous
I Never Knew But I Was
Walking The Line
Come Go With Me
I Said I Have No Time
And Don't You Pretend We Didn't
Talk On The Phone
My Baby Cried
She Left Me Standing Alone
She's So Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
Take Away My Money
Throw Away My Time
You Can Call Me Honey
But You're No Damn Good For Me
She Came At Me In Sections
With The Eyes Of Desire
I Fell Trapped Into Her
Web Of Sin
A Touch, A Kiss
A Whisper Of Love
I Was At The Point
Of No Return
Deep In The Darkness Of
Passion's Insanity
I Felt Taken By Lust's
Strange Inhumanity
This Girl Was Persuasive
This Girl I Could Not Trust
The Girl Was Bad
The Girl Was Dangerous
I Never Knew
But I Was Living In Vain
She Called My House
She Said You Know My Name
And Don't You Pretend
You Never Did Me Before
With Tears In Her Eyes
My Baby Walked Out The Door
She's So Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
Take Away My Money
Throw Away My Time
You Can Call Me Honey
But You're No Damn Good For Me
Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
I Have To Pray To God
'Cause I Know How
Lust Can Blind
It's A Passion In My Soul
But You're No Damn Lover
Friend Of Mine
I Can not Sleep Alone Tonight
My Baby Left Me Here Tonight
I Cannot Cope 'Til It's All Right
You And Your Manipulation
You Hurt My Baby
And Then It Happened
She Touched Me
For The Lips Of
A Strange Woman
Drop As A Honeycomb
And Her Mouth Was
Smoother Than Oil
But Her Inner Spirit And Words
Were As Sharp As
A Two-Edged Sword
But I Loved It
'Cause It's Dangerous
Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
Take Away My Money
Throw Away My Time
You Can Call Me Honey
But You're No Damn Good For Me
Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
Take Away My Money
Throw Away My Time
You Can Call Me Honey
But You're No Damn Good For Me
Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
Take Away My Money
Throw Away My Time
You Can Call Me Honey
But You're No Damn Good For Me
Dangerous
The Girl Is So Dangerous
I Have To Pray To God
'Cause I Know How
Lust Can Blind
It's A Passion In My Soul
But You're No Damn Lover
Friend Of Mine
(Ad Libs Out)
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By Vic Sorriso1
Dangerous is a colossal pile of crap extending over 12 songs and more, also known as the musical demise of the pedophile.
Thank you, filthy pedophile, for stirring up the discussion with my girlfriend.
By rebel1
Imagine you turn on the stereo to relax after the classic crappy day, and you start to feel the singer’s soul flowing through your body.
"Heal the World" is incredible—the feeling of peace it gives you is unmatched, a true hymn to world peace.
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Could it be the beginning of the decline?
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By magico
"Dangerous can be considered the last, great album of the 'King of Pop.'"
"A record with hints of rock, funk, r n’ b, rap, and pop without being any of it, a record that sold millions of copies and can be considered Jackson’s last total masterpiece."
