"Billie Jean" is a song by Michael Jackson, released in 1982 as part of his album Thriller. The track features a distinctive bassline and tells the story of a man who is confronted by a woman named Billie Jean, who claims he is the father of her child. The song explores themes of false accusations and the pressures of fame. The song became a massive hit, reaching the top of the charts in multiple countries. Its iconic music video, which showcased Jackson's signature dance moves, helped popularize the moonwalk and solidified his status as a pop icon.