Michael Jackson – Invincible

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Artist: Michael Jackson

Title: Invincible

Year: 2001

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Tracklist

1. Unbreakable (6:25)
2. Heartbreaker (5:09)
3. Invincible (4:45)
4. Break of Dawn (5:31)
5. Heaven Can Wait (4:48)
6. You Rock My World (5:37)
7. Butterflies (4:39)
8. Speechless (3:18)
9. 2000 Watts (4:24)
10. You Are My Life (4:33)
11. Privacy (5:04)
12. Don't Walk Away (4:24)
13. Cry (5:00)
14. The Lost Children (3:58)
15. Whatever Happens (4:55)
16. Threatened (4:18)

Review

'Invincible' shows Michael Jackson still had serious musical firepower, even if it didn't match the stratospheric heights of his earlier work. This 2001 swan song blends R&B, pop, and soul with the boundary-pushing instinct that defined his career. The contrast between aggressive bangers and tender ballads creates a compelling tension throughout, with 'You Rock My World' delivering those irresistible pop hooks Jackson could craft in his sleep. The album digs into love, isolation, and social issues with the emotional intelligence that made MJ more than just another pop star.

What's wild about 'Invincible' is the sheer scale of its creation - ten producers, over 100 musicians, and a roster of heavy-hitting collaborators including Carlos Santana, Notorious B.I.G., and Slash. This wasn't just expensive; it was a musical event. While critics initially gave it mixed reviews, time has been kinder to tracks like 'Butterflies' and the socially conscious 'Cry.' The album even showcases some forward-thinking production elements that music critics later recognized as early dubstep influences. For Jackson's final studio statement, it demonstrates his refusal to rest on past achievements even as his commercial dominance was waning. - Amber