Sheila E. believes Prince created a better version than the original Bad single.

The story of the song “Bad” by Michael Jackson is deeply intertwined with another music legend, Prince. Originally, Michael Jackson envisioned “Bad” as a duet between him and Prince, aiming to bring together two of the biggest pop stars of the era. This collaboration was anticipated to be a monumental moment in music history, combining the unique talents and styles of both artists.

Quincy Jones, the producer of the “Bad” album, reached out to Prince to discuss the potential duet. Prince was intrigued and even visited Michael Jackson at his home to hear the song and discuss the collaboration. However, despite the initial interest, the collaboration did not come to fruition.

PRINCE HAD RESERVATIONS ABOUT COLLABORATION

Several factors contributed to this. Prince had some reservations about the song’s lyrics and its overall concept. The opening line, “Your butt is mine,” was particularly problematic for Prince, who found it challenging to imagine singing that line to Michael Jackson, or vice versa. He felt that the line would be too ambiguous and could be misinterpreted by audiences.

Moreover, Prince and Michael Jackson had different creative visions and distinct personalities, which may have contributed to their inability to find common ground on the project. Prince later explained in an interview that there was no bad blood between him and Michael, but the collaboration just didn’t work out due to these differences.

SHEILA E. REVEALS PRINCE CREATED HIS OWN VERSION OF BAD

Sheila E. reveals for the first time that Prince re-recorded the song “Bad” after Michael Jackson sent it to him. She believes Prince created a superior version of the record.

Sheila E. reveals for the first time that Prince re-recorded the song “Bad” after Michael Jackson sent it to him and created a better version than the original.

Also, Sheila E. reveals Prince’s initial reaction to hearing the song “Bad” for the first time and how Michael… pic.twitter.com/uE5KiPcvfl

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In the end, Michael Jackson recorded “Bad” as a solo track, and it became one of his signature songs, showcasing his distinctive style and solidifying his place in pop music history. The music video for “Bad,” directed by Martin Scorsese, became iconic and featured an elaborate dance sequence, further cementing the song’s legendary status.

While the duet never happened, the story of Michael Jackson and Prince’s near-collaboration on “Bad” remains a fascinating “what if” moment in music history, highlighting the unique and individual paths of two of the greatest pop artists of all time.