File:Michael Jackson - Billie Jean.ogg

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Description	An excerpt of "Billie Jean" from Thriller by Michael Jackson
Source	Thriller
Date	Thriller released on 30 November 1982
Author	Michael Jackson
Permission (Reusing this file)	See below.

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Description	An excerpt of "Billie Jean" from Thriller by Michael Jackson
Source	Thriller
Article	Billie Jean
Portion used	29.7 second excerpt
Low resolution?	66kbit/s (significantly less than CD quality)
Purpose of use	Used in Billie Jean as an audio sample. Critical commentary is included in the article. The commentary looks into the composition of "Billie Jean", as well as aspects such as the bassline and Jackson's vocal hiccups, which are included in this audio sample. The audio sample adds to the article, as it provides audio for a reader's/listener's own understanding of the musical piece.
Replaceable?	No
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