Word: jacksonã
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Dates: during 2001-2001
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Invincible comes then as a welcome relief for sore ears. Today’s popstars grew up on Jackson, and even today slavishly imitate him and ape the onstage actions of his glory days. Jackson??s recent albums, such as Blood on the Dance Floor, sounded less like Jackson and more like an imitator, a wanna-be vainly trying to recapture that old magic...
...that has changed with Invincible. To be sure, there is much to both like and dislike about the disc, Jackson??s first studio release of totally brand-new material since 1991’s Dangerous. But for the first time since Thriller, the erstwhile King shows that he’s capable of breaking the mold once again. The King is dead. Long live the King...
...biggest change is in the voice. Jackson??s voice is immediately recognizable the world over. It is a high-pitched, slightly feminine sound that approaches every note and every line in an incredibly mannered fashion. A forced exhalation and exuberant yell (“Ahh...woo!”) are his trademark sounds. And, for the most part, Jackson does away with all of them on Invincible. He demonstrates considerable vocal range, maturity and honesty. Emotions no longer struggle to filter through the mannerisms; they are laid bare in their entirety. Jackson strips away his image to reveal...
...album opens with “Unbreakable,” a dance number that is as catchy and compelling as the best of Jackson??s past works. With minimal background music, the song is carried by his voice, which courses with passion and vitality. It also features a rap courtesy of the late Notorious B.I.G., which originally appeared in his song “I Can’t Stop the Reign.” Punctuated by the signature scream and sharp exhalation, “Unbreakable” defiantly announces Jackson??s comeback...
...might be forgiven for thinking that Jackson??s magic touch disappeared altogether at this point were it not for the subsequent tracks that restore the luster to his crown. The sixth track, “You Rock My World,” is the first single released off the album. Having climbed to the top of the charts around the globe (losing the battle to Kylie Minogue in the U.K. along the way), this track features dialogue by Rush Hour 2 comedian Chris Tucker. Positive and energetic, “World” is a glorious tribute...