Back in 1988, Michael Jackson recorded a powerful cover of a 1969 Beatles classic featured on the soundtrack to his film Moonwalker. Subsequently, his live performance of the tune later became the song’s official video. In honor of Global Beatles Day, the King of Pop’s official Instagram account shared the explosive clip, sparking fan buzz and even claims that Jackson’s version outshines the original John Lennon and Paul McCartney classic.
Moonwalker is a series of short films centered on the entertainer, many of which are extended music videos from his 1987 album Bad. The film’s segments are loosely connected by a narrative reflecting the different stages of the King of Pop's career.
In the film, Jackson is seen performing a live version of The Beatles’ hit “Come Together.” Showcasing his signature intensity, the hard-hitting rendition highlighted Jackson at his peak, so much so, it’s often hailed as one of the best cover performances of his career.
To honor this moment, an image of Jackson's version of "Come Together" was featured on Instagram. In the comments section, fans shared their thoughts regarding the cover, and their memories of the King of Pop.
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One fan wrote, "It's better than The Beatles' version!" A second agreed, "I'm pretty sure we are all in agreement that this version is better than the original."
"He should have covered 'Maxwell's Silver Hammer' as well," declared a third fan of their wish that Jackson would have covered The Beatles' Abbey Road classic. "I can’t listen to the original anymore because MJ’s truly is better," a fourth penned.
Jackson's connection to the legendary Liverpool group was more than just a one-off cover. Per Biography, Jackson bid $47.5M on The Beatles' music catalog in 1985, and this business decision cemented the end of a long friendship with Paul McCartney.
Jackson subsequently struck a landmark deal with Sony, selling a 50% stake of the group's catalog for $95 million. The partnership formed Sony/ATV, a powerhouse in the music industry that now controls the rights to not only The Beatles’ catalog, but also songs by legends like Bob Dylan, Marvin Gaye, Roy Orbison.
Reuters reported that in 2017, McCartney reached a settlement with Sony/ATV over copyright to The Beatles' catalog under the US Copyright Act of 1976. This act allowed songwriters to reclaim copyright from music publishers 35 years after they gave them away.
Beginning October 2018, the copyrights for some of The Beatles' earliest songs went to McCartney. Others are reportedly up for reversal in 2026. Sony Music continues to hold rights related to the band's music, along with Universal Music Group.
Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009, at 50. He is a father to Paris, Prince, and Bigi Jackson.
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