Industry Apr 5, 2026
John Oates on Michael Jackson and "Billie Jean"
“I told him: ‘Oh Michael, what do I care? You did it very differently,’” Hall previously said
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MusicRadar
John Oates has agreed with Daryl Hall's assertion that Michael Jackson's hit "Billie Jean" was inspired by Hall and Oates' song "I Can't Go For That." Hall recalled telling Jackson that his version was significantly different. Originally reported by MusicRadar.