Wish Granted! WHO IS IT Michael Jackson Studio Isolated Vocals (Listening Session & Analysis)

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The wait is over!! I have searched, emailed, had phone calls, made other connections with various studios... And who would have thought that a search on KZbin would reveal at least part of what I was trying to track down!
Thank you ‪@TheMJQuotesHD‬ for posting the isolated vocals for Who Is It... I don't know why it took me so long to find :) !!
The isolated vocals not only reveal some amazing, previously hidden weeping and sorrow not heard (well) in the full mix, but you again, get a much better sense of Michael's amazing ability to be a human percussion instrument with his voice and body!! ...Seemingly unlimited ability to turn up the intensity and gain on his own emotions through his voice!!
Here is a link to the uninterrupted isolated vocals:
• Michael Jackson - Who ...

[@Gabrielle4870]

That moment in the Oprah interview, when he started the beatboxing and then starting singing this song... pure magic.

[@antoniowyckoff2]

That was the moment for me, too! Then I became obsessed with the Dangerous Album!

[@lauriehanson5198]

And after his death she threw him completely under the bus and I am done with her because of it

[@LeminationOfficial]

I could be wrong here, but I heard that that was his way of politely saying "stfu"

[@JackieLastrada]

@@lauriehanson5198 Word

[@JackieLastrada]

🤣@@LeminationOfficial

[@Kadahor]

A masterpiece and the most underrated song of MJ. For me, maybe his best song.

[@LennoNg01]

This is not the best song I personally think of him, but he did express the art of this song with great care.

[@CSOCSO]

one of the greatest along with liberian girl, leave me alone and speed demon. for me at least.

[@sicilia71]

I totally agree with you. It's been my favourite ever since the album came and i always wonder why people (including fans) can't see how great this song is

[@gregorybullock5953]

One of my favorites

[@pritpala]

No that’s stranger in Moscow and one day in your life (a song that’s never even seen the day of light in any sony released greatest hits package)

[@imfeelinggoodnl]

"I am the damned. I am the dead. I am the agony inside a dying head". These lyrics...pfffff...pierces right through the heart

[@bobbus_74]

Honestly, MJ was a one off. The depth of his talents was just insane.

[@samiam2003]

exactly he's just too shocking and impressive

[@zuzanazuscinova5209]

The only true genius we'll have experienced in our lifetimes.

[@patriciacloix71]

Lu et approuvé génie Michael Jackson respect talentueux brilliant phénomènal 😱🙏💖

[@for-house-stark]

It's completely heartbreaking when you remember he never performed this song live. We were robbed big time

[@bstorm44]

"The sadness that drips from this vocal performance". Love it. NO SINGER will ever get anywhere close. Stabs my heart.

[@drumman32magnum]

Thank god someone is focusing on his amazing art instead of the false allegations! This should be aired on TV or Netflix studying his magnificent artistic legacy and why he's the GOAT! Do a 10 part documentary on Jackson, this should be seen by millions. Thanks for this Chris.

[@gerrilanter1965]

I absolutely AGREE💯💯💯

[@freebandz4332]

Respect.

[@clairetravers3118]

💯

[@martyflanthemjfan]

Who Is It is a masterpiece, it’s right up there with Billie Jean for me. Perfection

[@666nkk]

This to me is the saddest song ever recorded in the history of music. I got the Dangerous tape for my 4th birthday. The way this song used to wreck me when I was a little kid, not knowing heartbreak...or a word of English, wow! It still can transport me to a very dark, sad place 31 years later.

[@ChrisBoshuizen]

I got the Dangerous tape for Christmas!

[@missinling2577]

His song Morphine is the saddest

[@sandrasanders706]

​@@missinling2577That's one song I can't bring myself to play; I skip it..

[@leopardpower9990]

This is one of Michael Jackson's heavyweight songs of all time. In this song he is telling a story & at the same time he gets hurt deep by the story. I love You MJ forever and thanks Chris,for sharing this masterpiece

[@rnbsteenstar]

Unfortunately he also was cheated on in real life.

[@helloalexa5035]

Most emotive singer ever. The greatest.

[@samiam2003]

right

[@hibernationd3313]

That was so awesome. Such an incredible song. One of my favorites. Please do Michael’s “Stranger In Moscow” next

[@betsareoff]

I've always loved the "scat" portion of this song. He is so rhythmic in his ad libs, even when he actually gets lost and drifts away from the lyrical narrative - his emotions completely take over. Insanely great.

[@David-nz6nw]

I really like this one because it captures almost everything that made him great as a vocalist. I love specifically the rhythmic breathing and crying, the grit in his voice, the low larynx and riffs on "we made our vows we'd live a life anew", the beatboxing, and all the made up words caroling and added syllables like in "I pray this punishment would have mercy on me". Putting his dancing aside, just vocally alone he's absolutely outstanding. Great analysis as always.

[@twilithycurves]

YES!!! It’s here! Thank you Chris for reacting and blessing us with your passion for singing it’s great! (Stranger in Moscow next 😉)

[@chrisliepe]

I'll keep looking for it!

[@sinead9576]

Second this!! 🙋🏾‍♀️

[@randel14]

Yes Stranger in Moscow! It’s definitely out there there is an acapella

[@danielsantoka4035]

genial! y las otras pistas? la del beatbox??

[@danieleisfeld9656]

@@chrisliepeIf you are interested in Stranger In Moscow give me a message. I can hook you up with the multis.

[@erdbeerspinat98]

I remember digging through my fathers CDs to maybe find an album or anything from Michael Jackson. "Who is it" was the only single he had and I couldn't stop listening to it. Still one of my absolute favorites!

[@ionianblue31]

You know what I keep noticing about Michael when he’s distorting his voice like that? A lot of people use a technique like that and sound like the distortion is on their voice. Michael’s distortion is AROUND his voice. There’s still a bell-like clarity to it. I think it’s like he pushes it just enough to get that effect but is somehow still clean at the same time. And, I think that has a lot to do sigh the variety of vocal textures as you mention. There’s so much there across even just a few notes.

[@Chuckson56]

MJ is the only artist I've ever heard have a hit song with so many different styles of music for example Don't Stop (Disco), Beat It (Rock) Man In The Mirror (Gospel), Rock With You (R&B), You Are Not Alone (Ballad), Billie Jean (Pop Song), Thriller (Dance Song), etc.

[@redstripe_58]

That's true he was able to tap into most genres and create magic everytime

[@cjamz7240]

Exactly it shows why he was so great

[@redstripe_58]

@@cjamz7240 agreed

[@Snyper1405]

The king of music 🤩🙌🏽✨️💖💚🔥🎶👑 Michael Joseph Jackson

[@germangardyn256]

I still get goosebumps listening to this song 30 years later. Growing up in Germany I was so obsessed with this album when it came out. I was 6 years old. I didn’t understand a word of English. Love Michael i was crushed when he died.

[@nathanbradleyf777]

I think Who Is It is one of his finest vocal performances and one of his best songs. Thank you for these videos. You really get MJ as an entertainer. He gave his all to entertain us and this proves it. Those ad libs at the end are everything and more. Just amazing.

[@chrisliepe]

I agree!

[@hannaz4617]

There is so much soul and heart in Michael's music. He is an artist who is untouchable!

[@44krazzy]

Thank you Chris for doing this analysis, this is what we fans need. Its time to remind the world what a force of nature MJ was especially on songs where he had total control of writing and composing. This video shines the light on the things world should be talking about. There should be more conversations around Michaels vocal powers. cheers mate!!!

[@redstripe_58]

Couldn't agree more man

[@Tropical_Rain7]

Wasn't he allowed to write more? I wonder why he has so many songs that are not written by him.

[@Jimi_Henndrix]

This song isn't a song, it's an experience.

[@ArJune_]

Now I understand why no music sounds like MJ's. This is music production on another level. 😍

[@menuradesilva5150]

Dangerous is his best album, he had matured in his career and learnt from experimenting in Bad.

[@Snyper1405]

He does more beatboxing and percussion with his mouth in most of his songs on the HIStory album. That's very experimental 🎶🎯💯🔥👑

[@yuriydisman6829]

I think dangerous and history are his best works

[@FreddieFreethinking]

This Is A Music Masterpiece In Every Single Way.👏

[@Awreadybro7]

“Tell me what will I do” so beautifully expressed! Great analysis

[@TheMJQuotesHD]

You're most welcome! While the multitrack is out there with collectors it's rarely traded! So these vocals come from the 5.1 dvd stems which included a few snares mixed in which I tried to clean up to my best ability.

[@kowloonbroadcast]

wow, people, rate this up - the comment is critically underrated! this is the man that literally is responsible for making our evening today! 🙌🏼 also, i’ve found 5.1 mix upload on your channel and it’s incredible. though i’ve listened to it in stereo in a fairly high quality headphones, but the imaging in this one is immediately noticeable to be different. since it’s probably my personal the most favourite MJ’s song, i can’t possibly be able to count how many times i’ve heard the regular studio mix, so this was a great refreshing change of perspective on the song. first and foremost - high percussion is treated differently, modulating its elements across pan during choruses, the choir voices are much more distinguishable and the orchestral strings come across in more details. so, i’d appreciate if you could specify, what’s the original source of this 5.1 version? was it available as a part of a DVD with music videos together with some sort of limited edition of album or something? btw, if played back the stems of 5.1 in isolation, is each one of them dedicated to an individual instrument or two? or besides the center channel, it’s more of like a bleed of everything with everything which become coherent only when combined?

[@chrisliepe]

Ahh that makes sense!!

[@BronBronWorld]

@@kowloonbroadcast yeah this 5.1 mix is from the Dangerous Short Films DVD.

[@EsquireUnlimited]

Awesome vid mate. What u observed in this vid is exactly what makes me so passionate about Michael's art, all those shades and intense feelings that make the listener feel connected deeply to his music. It's a ride and a journey. his music has personally helped me throughout my life, whether its connecting with a certain feeling or for that escape its transcending, its "Godly" there is nothing in this world quite like it and that is why he is the Goat.

[@GabrielBelloMusic]

Dude, this is one of my absolutely favorite MJJ songs!!!!!❤️🎶❤️🎶

[@miahammonds525]

I clicked on this video so fast! I have been waiting for something this for so long and we finally get to see this masterpiece. Such raw emotions are displayed here, everything from voice to the weeps, sighs and moans. Absolutely love this song! ❤

[@catsara9114]

Hearing the "weeping" part almost made me dizzy. I am shocked, actually and feel like I intruded his privacy 😖He was SO brave to be this honest in his music. Also, thank you for showing with your own voice and singing what Michael did in this song. Really awesome!

[@rnbsteenstar]

Yes, someone cheated on him.

[@freebandz4332]

The song is about Diana Ross

[@wilianoliveira3246]

I love the way Chris goes through the original tracks and points out details that we don't hear in the final version, but that we feel with our body and soul. Good job Chris 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@whitesaltphotography7494]

Very underrated song. He takes you on a real ride when he sings. That's what I love about him. Only a great entertainer can do that.

[@ИльяАнтипов-й8п]

The masterpiece of pop music. So simple and so dramatic. Soft refren - over and over and... that crying of a lonely man... Amazing!

[@andrewgreene4451]

GOD LEVEL TALENT! This man is undefeated!

[@GalaxyNexus1]

I understood the agony in the song and vocal performance from the 1st time I heard it. Always loved this song and album.

[@Run2NEKO-Sensei]

That felt like an incredible journey

[@sacihuszar3718]

Thank You, Chris. There's really only one word fits: Masterpiece. Since it was released, I've listened to it sooo many times and it's always very emotional. Yet I almost cried from 14:50. I don't think you can put more emotion into a song, more than that. Maybe it's never been SO revealing and vulnerable. I've probably never heard him be so sad, like here. You can't fake that, it's her reality that he lived and put 100% into this. What he said is really true here: If you want to know me, listen to my songs... This song deserved so much more, even though it was always a big fan favourite. Too bad he never sang it in concert. Musically, it's an amazing piece of work, but just with the vocals it's a real shock. Thank you Michael for leaving us such a treasure, it's one of the brightest pieces of your beautiful soul.

[@DaniMacYo]

Michael has always been amazing at telling stories through song and dance. ❤

[@livek100]

and music video

[@LiDiMjsPyt]

My gosh. I must not binge watch these Michael deep dives but, for goodness sake, I've done 'Scream' & 'Who Is It' back to back. You are really rocking my world tonight with these videos. Thank you for the brilliant uploads. I'm full of funky fever now ❤ You

[@smjj7038]

This song is soo haunting. Dangerous is my fave MJ album, and my fave album of all time!

[@EtherealFrequency2024]

Always love the Michael Jackson isolated vocals. Your amazing Chris. What you pull out of MJ is amazing!!!!

[@GgWhyfye]

3:20 yes! you're the first person ive heard talk about this, and I've always appreciated it. This is TRUE continuity. It establishes his whole catalog as a canvas with a solid line running through it. The hee hees and the beatboxing breaths . Its so complete. He did this in his dance and music videos as well. Through the years he always added new moves. But the same set of motions from Motown 25 were always there...

[@seanokane6556]

This was one of the finest KZbin videos I’ve ever watched. My god, just bliss. Thank you Chris. We miss you Michael.

[@k.vn.k]

It’s one of my fav from Dangerous, which is hard for me to say because that album is a masterpiece especially the underrated, unmentioned tracks like Keep The Faith.

[@SubhansVault]

Here we are again... listening to the greatest, Learning from the master !!

[@WilliDerHuepfer]

Who Is It together with Is It Scary is my favourite song from MJ. Musically, from his voice and they make me wanna dance and dance and dance.

[@natasha_v]

Is It Scary is so, so underrated. The painful lyrics, the emotion and the beautiful story telling in that song, the key change, the power in the vocals that slowly increases throughout the song. A masterpiece along with this song.

[@laroseraie8375]

Being human makes the soul of any piece of arts. Wow Michael 💖💖💖

[@tweston315]

Thanks so much for pointing out the importance of every breath that Michael puts into his songs. For years, I have taken pride in knowing every single breath that Michael puts in his songs and that is what makes him the best!

[@eliaswielgaard]

Love it Chris, keep the MJ videos coming! Would be awesome if you could find "They Don't Care About Us", such an underrated song and vocal performance!

[@Miloo-qj7sc]

Chris My man, I always wanted to hear 14.50, that man cried/singed, how the hell did he gave so much healing to music. It’s like the song is crying. Thank you so much Chris!

[@theshadowplex]

I love these MJ breakdowns so much, it's really cool to hear all the parts isolated and how much detail is put in to each one

[@molnarandrelukacs5866]

Yes yes yes, i love this song

[@chrisliepe]

Yay :) ! Glad I got to do it! :)

[@carolannmontebello7827]

Amazing, I would play this on repeat, or just play tracks 9 to 12 of dangerous . So expressive you can literally feel the pain in his voice.

[@whilliambergenwall8137]

You really do understand the genius behind this man now, before I thought he was a genius because of how good his songs were. But now when I see all details, it’s beyond only good or genius!

[@brodylanetx]

You can really feel his pain

[@stefiebea]

An absolute masterpiece. Thanks for this. Was just thinking he had pleurisy which water in the lungs so maybe he had to get creative with how he took in breath. Such a genius!

[@chivalricsoul8463]

Sir, you explained EXACTLY why I love this song so much all these year! This song just is reminiscent of somthing very painful and just melancholy. You worded everything so perfectly and took notes to the EXACT points I love about this song! That desperation, those sort breathes, that rage inside! Everything!! This might be my FAVOURITE VIDEO all time in KZbin.! You might get spike in view juat cause I'll be hanging here for God now how many years to come constantly listing to your beautiful analysis of this splendid song! Thank you again for thia review.

[@halfMoon675]

Thank you Chris!!! You have granted my request!! ..And I was literally crying along with him in that section of this performance/masterpiece (because simply calling it a "song" is almost an understatement). There's so much passion, and so much feeling in Michael's vocals here.. so much to fill all the world's music for ages upon ages! Thank you again, Chris! Here in Italy we say "ti voglio bene!", because this video made my day! Now I'll be waiting for your analisys of "Keep the Faith" isolated tracks, I assure you that you will find a lot in there too 😉

[@natashakus4418]

I can’t stop watching the Michael Jackson videos you do and i only found you the other day! Please can you do butterflies by him? I think that would sound amazing especially his voice

[@timcox5373]

"And she venneh benneh tuh...CAN'T YOU REALLY SEE I'M LONLAYYY?!" - MJ (I absolutely love this part)

[@subbuffer1587]

😂😂

[@ukaszskibinski76]

Is hard to indicate the best song of Michael Jackson but "Who Is It" was always my favorite one. I've been looking for such clear version of singing this song for a long time and.. you gave it to us. THANK YOU A LOT. GREAT JOB !!!!

[@Master-Mo]

This is my favorite song of all time! Pure Gold!!! Thanks for this one Chris!

[@ta-theoadonis465]

oh my gosh, this has always been one of my favourite songs since I was a child and to listen so clearly to his isolated vocals was a dream come true thank you so much, Chris!!!

[@KareemDaKing]

Wow, I was listening to this song on the weekend. That algorithm is no Joke. So glad to be able to experience this.

[@MillisecondFalcon]

Thank you again, Chris! In many of Michael's songs I get the feeling he was telling 2 stories - one that is upfront and another that is slightly hidden in the unclearly articulated ad-libs and other "background" vocals. Most people listening to this song will know it's about a wife who has left for another man, and they'll hear the agony and heartache, but they probably won't realise the extent of the pain\emotion Michael added to the tracks and where that came from. But it is all there, even if we never find out why.

[@rnbsteenstar]

Because he went through that with a girlfriend he was with.

[@qwhvcx2]

First of all! Your voice is 🔥! And this is my all time favorite mj song or just song period! The emotion he put into this song is to be studied over and over again

[@IceMusicIceMusic]

Just What I Was Waiting For... This Is My Favorite Song by MJ. Thank U!!!👍🙏

[@MrArrow1318]

Man, thank you for sharing these tracks with us. Your commentary is so insightful and passionate which makes these videos both educational and entertaining. Wonderful work Mr. Liepe!!

[@danjp22001]

Yes thank you for finding this I love Who Is It. My all time favorite song from Michael this song that made love his artistry. The raw emotion in this song is everything. I wish u could do next haven can’t wait. Again, I’m gonna say Micheal Jackson was a true musical genius. There will never be another one he is one of true kings of music. Again, thank you.

[@Hakspheenom]

Who Is It and Another Part of Me.. 2 of my best MJ tunes , especially outside the usual well known monster hits... The way you've covered this particular track ... definitely warrants hitting the subscribe button..

[@JLaskles]

Don't bother me! the crescendo build up for the last verse gets me everytime. He builds and builds similar to end of smooth criminal switching characters to deliver the final blow from vulnerable to aggressive = perfection.

[@Lovedomi]

I SCREAMED! So excited to watch this one, I already know it's gonna be amazing. Thank you in advance!!!!

[@lil18thletterking77]

The way you articulate and find the appropriate wording for the commentary is a true skill..I listen to other people analyze Mjs recordings and none of them come close to what you do chris

[@mulengachisela6677]

One of my favourites and boy did this exceed my wildest imagination Had a lump on my throat during his breakdown, love this song so much more!

[@ypatiosypatios8054]

Chris, thanks so much for this! I got the goosebumps listening in... This is the stuff I grew up with and having the chance to dissect it is phenomenal. Michael had a history of highly emotional studio productions. One clear example is She's Out Of My Life (Off The Wall) towards the end, right after the vocal highlight. Apparently they did many takes and Michael tried to restrain his emotions - but he wasn't able to

[@prajakta2908]

In the final studio version he also beatboxes towards the extreme end. Last 10 seconds🔥 If you are a fan of Michael or want to listen to more of his music, please listen to his songs till the very end❤ He is the greatest ever🕊️

[@BLACKSONBEATS]

i love this song i hope you can find Give In To Me Studio Multitracks

[@ritatirabyan4049]

Yes!! Chris, you did it!! And I can’t thank you enough for finding and analyzing this masterpiece of a song ❤ It’s just breathtaking! My MJ journey started with Who Is It and there was no turning back ever since. Thanks again, you’re awesome 😊

[@chrisliepe]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@adala1007]

It's a heavy song with brilliant lyric from a music genius. Thx for this vid again, Chris..take a bow of You

[@mbuffym]

We NEED more of this!! Michael, the GOAT!

[@Ratcliffe1981]

Simply stunning, Dangerous is my favourite MJ album and Era. If you can get your hands on any other track from Dangerous, heard your Jam breakdown. Give In To Me would be immense to do.

[@Woogadahoomph]

Oh my!!! Been waiting for this for a while. One of my favourite MJ tracks and the string arrangement is so lush!!!! Just about to listen now

[@Emeka_george]

Really awesome stuff. You're a legend ❤️

[@machinegundroner9411]

THANK YOU THANK YOU!! I LOVED this video!! I could feel your excitement for this track by the end of the video. This is by far one of MJ's greatest vocals I've ever heard. I have to agree this is the most underrated song of MJ. I think the record company did a disservice to MJ by releasing this as the fifth single. It should've been the second IMO. Thanks again for all the MJ dives.

[@jaxandrews4840]

Your work needs to be known by more people thank you very much

[@MissCee370]

He does this live in the famous Oprah interview in 1992- can find it online , just a spur of the moment thing while sitting down at the edge of his neverland stage. Seen him live 3 times on 3 world tours , greatest experiences of my life

[@EastyEnt3]

honestly this is Michael really crying and that's why the emotion can't be matched

[@klaus9688]

One of my favourite songs! And I must say: your own singing is quite impressive. Wow!

[@cookiethesnitch]

This one made me sad and tear up. You can hear some despair, disappointment, desperation, and sadness all coming out of his voice. Thanks for sharing this one. As the youngins say, "it hits different now."

[@Deceitfuleyes]

Thank you so so much for this! 🙏 One of my favorites from Michael. ❤

[@tkbako9691]

You blew it out of the park with that "Somebody hurt my soul now" solo. Well done and keep the videos coming!

[@vitaozolina8795]

I love MJ. He was a true Artist! What a mastermind!

[@macfonty]

One of my all time favorite Michael songs! I ADORE THIS MASTERPIECE OF A SONG!

[@JMrealgamer]

MJ’s language was music. He speaks it well. It’s good that you are recognizing it and showing it to people.

[@albertomontoto7703]

So cool... who is it was the track that made me a fan of MJ. This was great, Chris. You rock on...!

[@mudassarjackson]

When each time I sang or sing this song, I feel Michael Jackson and his pain and literally gets into my soul. Love this song so freakin much.

[@Martin-my8fk]

This song is a work of art! One of the best Songs ever!!

[@portiagreen325]

This is awesome!! I have been convinced for years that every love song, either joyous or about heartache, is about Diana Ross. He was hopelessly in love with her and she strung him along for years.