The acclaimed music producer Timbaland produced the song "Chicago" for the legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson.
About "Chicago"
"Chicago" is a prominent track from Michael Jackson's posthumous album Xscape, which was released in 2014. The song originated from a demo titled "Hot Street," which Michael Jackson wrote and recorded in 1999. Following Jackson's passing, Timbaland was enlisted to contemporize and produce the track, preparing it for inclusion on the Xscape album. This process involved updating the original recordings to align with contemporary music production standards while preserving Jackson's distinctive artistry.
Production Credits
The production of "Chicago" was a collaborative effort, involving a team of esteemed producers. Timbaland played a key role in bringing the updated version of the song to life.
Role | Producer(s) |
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Producer | Michael Jackson |
Cory Rooney | |
Timbaland | |
Jerome "J-Roc" Harmon |
Release and Context
"Chicago" was released as a promotional single in 2014, coinciding with the release of the Xscape album. The album itself was a collection of previously unreleased material from Jackson's vaults, re-tooled by various producers to introduce them to a new generation of listeners while satisfying long-time fans.
The song's release placed it within Michael Jackson's posthumous promotional singles chronology:
- "I'm So Blue" (2012)
- "Chicago" (2014)
- "Loving You" (2014)
For further details on the song and its background, you can explore the Chicago (Michael Jackson song) Wikipedia page.