Quincy Jones on Michael Jackson - SXSW Music 2009

The 2009 SXSW Music Keynote speech from Quincy Jones contained many unforgettable moments. Among them was a series of stories about his work and friendship with Michael Jackson. After meeting on the set of "The Wiz," Jackson convinced Jones to produce his next record, and went against label advice to pursue this collaboration. What ensued was history, and 'Q' shares his unique perspective on the blockbuster of 'Thriller' and the breaking of racial barriers at MTV. As we remember Michael Jackson's music and note his deep and wide cultural impact, we thank Quincy Jones for sharing his remarkable life stories at SXSW '09.
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[indigo2011]

I read in a Spanish newspaper that this man said MJ didn`t have so much talent as Frank Sinatra, I hope it isn`t true because Michael Jackson was the greatest multitalented artist ever, the one the touched millions of hearts around the planet.

[magiccarpetride01]

@cpope3391 First of all, why do you need to compare Pre-BAD and Post-BAD. Makes no sense. Michael remained VERY respectful and loving of Quincy .. but mj wanted to spread his wings and fly. Michael created some amazing music during his lifetime, some of which I truly think will be more appreciated 100 years from now .. similar to what happened to many great composers of one and two hundred years ago. Songs like Will You Be There, Earth Song, Little Susie, Speechless, Heartbreaker and more.

[Talulah6]

I love you Quincy - no one knows the music business like you, you are brilliant and you have a loving heart and beautiful spirit.

[batakko45]

Michael Jackson: artist, musician, performer, entertainer and a leyend... AND THAT'S IT!!!!!!  :)

[onlyjoetee]

@indigo2011 how do you measure talent?????

[onlyjoetee]

but Michael was NOT an unknown when Q met him,He had already been famous in showbusiness for 13yrs!!!!!!!!!!!!

[iamautobody]

@YearoftheButterfly Michael made alot of people very very rich. But in the case of Quincy Jones it was the other way around. So your comment is misdirected. You are either really young or grossly uninformed. Quincy was a multi-millionaire before MJ was out of diapers. If anyone wants to argue this, just look up The Many Lives of Q. It is simply mind-blowing!

[magiccarpetride01]

@RudolfHessBOY1984 That's not at all true. Yes, Michael ended the contract simply because he was growing, maturing and wanted to spread his wings and fly, but never did Michael say one single thing against Quincy!!

Michael ALWAYS spoke so kindly and respectfully about both Quincy and Berry Gordy, both of which MJ worked under. That's a fact! However, Quincy must have gotten upset that MJ went on alone because Q started speaking very badly and lieing about Michael! I lost respect for Q then.

[RudolfHessBOY1984]

@magiccarpetride01 absolutely true , he spoke respectful

but michael was not as respectful, after bad he ended the contact with jones and he spoke not good about him

[RudolfHessBOY1984]

i love quincy jones

this man deserves more honour

he produced michaels first 3 albums, his best 3 !

[DavidCastoe]

@truthfulexposure Actually The Beatles and Elvis outsold MJ, but he still sold allot. 

[jesus7es7dios7]

Someone beloved by this world dies and then you have the bunch of people who come rendering tribute.... Remind me, what does the bible says about idols?