While filming The Wiz in 1978, Jackson asked the film's musical director, , for producer recommendations for his next solo album. Jones famously replied, "What about me?".
: When his mother, Katherine Jackson, first heard the song, she was reportedly scandalized by the lyrics, fearing they were overly sexual. Michael reassured her that the "force" and the "feeling" in the lyrics could mean whatever the listener wanted it to mean. Quincy Jones and the "Force" michael_jackson_dont_stop_til_you_get_enough_dj...
: The early demo featured Michael, Randy, and their sister Janet Jackson playing percussion on common household items, including tapping soda bottles with drumsticks. While filming The Wiz in 1978, Jackson asked