State of Shock

The Jacksons, Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger

About State of Shock

"State of Shock" is a 1984 single by the Jacksons featuring frontman Michael Jackson and Mick Jagger. It was written by Jackson and guitarist Randy Hansen. "State of Shock" charted at number 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100, number 4 on the Billboard soul singles charts and number 14 on the UK Singles Chart. The track was originally sung with Freddie Mercury as a duet with Jackson, and was later slated for the Thriller album; however, due to differing time schedules, Jackson ended up recording it with his brothers and Jagger. A clip of the song (an instrumental part) was used on the Immortal album in 2011. 


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2004
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Yeah, come on, baby.
You gotta be mine 'cause you're so fine.
I like your style, it makes me wild.
You take it to me good, you like it, know, you should.
You get me on my knees, well, please, baby, please.
Listen: She looks so great, every time I see her face
She put me in a state, a state of shock.
Oh, do it, come on, baby, come on, baby, come on, baby.

She put me on my knees, please, baby, please.
I know you like to tease, please, baby, please.
You take it to me good, you like it, know, you should.
I love the way you walk and talk, baby, talk.
Listen: She looks so great everytime I see her face
She put me in a state, a state of shock.

She put me in a state of shock, come on, baby,
No, come over here.
Talk, talk to me, state of shock.
You know I've really loved you, baby.
You know I've really want you for me.
You've got me paralysed, you've got me paralysed.
You've got me into tonic, you drive me catch the sonic, baby.
You've got me supersonic, you drive me supersonic, baby.
Baby, try, you no want me decide, state of shock.
Yeah, look what you've done to me, look what you've done to me,
Look what you've done to me.

Yeah, how you move, a state of shock.
You know I need mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Come on, baby, you know I've really loved you, baby.
State of shock, you know I've really want you for me.
Yeah, baby, yeah, baby, just look at me, look at me.
State of shock, you drive me.
You call me, you call me,
You call me in a state of shock.
Look at that, look at me, look at me, look at me,
Look at me, oh, look at me.

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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: MICHAEL JACKSON, RANDY HANSEN

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11 facts about this song

Release and Accomplishment
"State of Shock" was released in 1984 and is a song by The Jacksons from their album Victory, featuring Michael Jackson on the lead vocals.
Collaboration
Originally, the song was supposed to be a duet between Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury from the band Queen. They recorded a demo version in 1981 but the collab was incomplete due to some scheduling conflicts.
Second Collaboration
Subsequently, Mick Jagger from the band Rolling Stones ended up recording the song with Michael Jackson. It is Jagger's vocals that made it into the final recording of the song.
Chart Success
The song peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 2 on the Billboard R&B chart, and number 14 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video Creation
Despite its significant success, the song did not have an official music video. However, an unofficial video was made that showed The Jacksons and Mick Jagger in the studio during the recording of the song.
Live Performances
It was performed by Michael Jackson only once in a concert during the Victory tour. He performed the song alone without Mick Jagger.
Album Success
The song was included in The Jacksons' Victory album, which was their last studio album. Despite mixed reviews from critics, it topped the Billboard 200 and was certified double platinum for its sales.
Inclusion in Other Albums
Apart from Victory, "State of Shock" was featured in some of Michael Jackson's compilation albums, including this in "The Essential Michael Jackson".
Song Genre
The song is often classified as rock, funk, and dance pop, reflecting its diverse musical influences.
Last Collaboration
"State of Shock" remains as the last official song to be released by Michael Jackson with his brothers The Jacksons. After this release, he totally shifted focus on his solo career.
Unique Accomplishment
"State of Shock" is considered to be one of the few songs to ever have a major influence in both rock and pop music because it was performed by major artists from both genres.

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