McCartney Times

MICHAEL JACKSON bought up the rights to a number of songs in 1985, including many of The Beatles’ tracks – something Sir Paul McCartney called “dodgy – but why did he buy the music?

By Callum Crumlish

PUBLISHED: 15:32, Sat, Aug 7, 2021 | UPDATED: 15:32, Sat, Aug 7, 2021

In 1985 Michael Jackson had just released his sixth studio album Thriller to critical acclaim. The young American star was quickly becoming one of the hottest artists around and was keen to expand his wealth and renown as best he could. After working with a member of The Beatles, Paul McCartney, on some music Jackson made a decision to purchase the copyright to some classic hits.

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Source: Michael Jackson: Why did MJ buy the rights to The Beatles’ music? | Music | Entertainment | Express.co.uk