Scream

Michael Jackson

About Scream

"Scream" is the lead single from Michael Jackson's ninth studio album, HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I. It is a duet with his younger sister Janet, and was released as a double A-side with "Childhood", a solo song by Michael. The single was released on May 31, 1995. "Scream" is cited primarily as an aggressive, retaliatory song directed at the tabloid media and their coverage of the child sexual abuse accusations made against Michael Jackson in 1993. "Scream" was written, composed and produced by Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis, Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson; Michael played many of the instruments. It incorporates elements of pop, R&B, electrorock, new jack swing, dance-pop, and funk. Recording for Scream took place at the Hit Factory in New York City in October 1994 and at Flyte Tyme Studios in Edina, Minnesota in December 1994. The song was leaked to radio stations early, despite Epic Records' attempt to keep it off air until the official release date. Generally well received amongst critics, it has been compared favorably to other songs by Michael Jackson. The corresponding music video remains one of his most critically acclaimed; it won three MTV Video Music Awards and the Grammy Award for Best Music Video. At a cost of $7 million, it was listed in the Guinness World Records as the most expensive music video ever made; however, director Mark Romanek has refuted the claim, saying that there were two other music videos from the same era which cost "millions more" than the video for "Scream"."Scream" would become the first single in the 37-year history of Billboard to debut at number five on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked. Elsewhere, it topped the charts in Italy, New Zealand, and Spain while reaching the top five in Australia, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Michael performed "Scream" on his 1996–1997 HIStory World Tour. Following his death in 2009, Janet performed the song on her 2011 Number Ones, Up Close and Personal as a tribute to him, the 2015–2016 Unbreakable World Tour, and on several dates of her 2017-2018 State of the World Tour. 


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1997
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Tired of injustice
Tired of the schemes
Your lies are disgusting
What does it mean
Kicking me down
I gotta get up
As jacked as it sounds
The whole system sucks

Peek in the shadow
Come into the light
You tell me I'm wrong
then you better prove you're right
You're sellin' out souls but
I care about mine
I've got to get stronger
And I won't give up the fight

With such confusion don't it make you wanna scream
You're bash abusing victimize within the scheme

You try to cope with every lie they scrutinize

Somebody please have mercy 'cause I just can't take it

Stop pressurin' me
Just stop pressurin' me
Stop pressurin' me
Make me wanna scream

Tired of tellin' the story your way
You're causin' confusion
You think it's okay

You keep changin' the rules
While you keep plain' the game
I can't take it much longer
I think I might go insane

with such confusion
Don't it make you wanna scream
Your bach abusin' victimize within the scheme

You find your pleasure scandalizin' every lie

Oh father, please have mercy
'Cause I just can't take it

Stop pressurin' me
Just stop pressurin' me
Stop pressurin' me
Make me wanna scream

Break down:
Oh my God, can't believe what I saw on the TV this evening
I was disgusted by all the injustice
All the injustice

With such delusions don't it make you wanna scream
You're bash abusin' victimize within the scheme

You try to cope with every lie they scrutinize

Oh brother please have mercy 'cause I just can't take it

Stop pressurin' me
Just stop pressurin' me
Stop pressurin' me
Make me wanna scream

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Michael Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist also he is the most famous recording artist worldwide, entertainer and businessman. Often referred to as the King of Pop, King of Pop, Rock and Soul, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971. He has donated a total of 500 Million dollars to charities and has sold… more »

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Written by: James Harris III, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, Terry Lewis

Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, JANET JACKSON DBA BLACK ICE, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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2 facts about this song

Scream" by Five
This song is the lead single from Five's second studio album, "Invincible", which was released in 1999. - The album peaked at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and has since been certified double platinum. - "Scream" did not make it to the top of the charts but is considered one of Five's memorable hits. - The song was co-written by band members Ritchie Neville, Scott Robinson, and Sean Conlon. - The song's official music video features the band performing the track in an industrial setting filled with special effects, showcasing their energetic performance styles.
Scream" by Janet Jackson and Michael Jackson
"Scream" is a duet with Michael Jackson and his youngest sister Janet Jackson, released in 1995 as the lead single from Michael's ninth studio album, "HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I". - This song is a response to media scrutiny and accusations against Michael at the time. The lyrics passionately denounce the tabloid rumors about the siblings. - "Scream" was a commercial success, debuting at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. - The song is recognized for its music video, which holds the Guinness World Record for the most expensive music video ever made, costing around $7 million. - The music video won several music video awards, such as the Grammy for Best Music Video, Short Form and several MTV Awards. - The video is set in a futuristic spaceship and features complex choreography, matching the song's aggressive and rebellious commentary. - The song contains elements of pop, R&B, rock, and electronic music, highlighting the versatility and creativity of both performers. - "Scream" was the first song ever to debut in the top five of the Billboard Hot 100, and it's one of the few songs where Janet and Michael worked together.

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