The track was born out of a collaboration between the and Cirque du Soleil . It served as a musical centerpiece for the Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour , a massive theatrical production designed to "reimagine" Jackson’s catalog for a live, circus-style spectacle. Behind the Sound
The is a high-energy sonic tapestry released on November 1, 2011, as the lead single for Michael Jackson’s posthumous remix album, Immortal . The Creative Spark Michael Jackson - Immortal Megamix (Audio)
: The upbeat 1980 hit from The Jacksons kicks off the mix. The track was born out of a collaboration
: Transitions in with its signature spoken-word intro and funky bassline. The Creative Spark : The upbeat 1980 hit
The full 9-minute version of the megamix was first unveiled on AolMusic before becoming a digital single on iTunes and Amazon. Critics described it as full of "bombast and dance club glory," noting that while it added modern flourishes like drum rolls and scratching, it stayed true to the "genius" of the original tracks.
The mix seamlessly mashes together four of the King of Pop's most iconic hits:
The megamix was crafted by musical designer , who spent a year in the studio with Jackson’s original multi-track master recordings. His goal was to create a "fresh, creative approach" while preserving the power of Michael’s unparalleled voice.