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: Quincy Jones originally intended the song for Frank Sinatra but decided it would help Jackson explore more mature, adult themes.
: The song was written by Tom Bahler about a real-life breakup. Michael Jackson Shes Out Of My Life Official Video
: Jackson later explained in his autobiography, Moonwalk , that the song reminded him of his profound loneliness and feeling "poor in moments of true joy" despite his professional success. Songwriting Context : Quincy Jones originally intended the song for
: In early 2025, the Estate and Sony released an upscaled version of the video with improved clarity and color. Emotional Performance Songwriting Context : In early 2025, the Estate
: Jackson cried at the end of every recording take (between 8 and 11 takes total). Producer Quincy Jones insisted on leaving the crying in the final mix because it felt so genuine.
The video is most famous for Jackson’s tearful conclusion. While some viewers may assume it was theatrical, the emotional reaction was authentic:
: Eschewing the complex choreography of his later "short films," the video features Jackson sitting on a barstool in a dark room, lit only by a single spotlight.