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February 26, 2014
Michael HIStory

“The Fire’s In Their Eyes And Their Words Are Really Clear So Beat It, Just Beat It.”
“Beat It” reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 this day in 1983.

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On December 9, 2002, Michael Jackson accepts a special Billboard Award, presented by Chris Tucker via television, for his 1982 album Thriller, which spent 37 weeks at #1, more than any album in the history of the Billboard 200.
Michael Jackson making the Beat It short film in 1983
Michael Jackson making the “Beat It” short film in 1983.
Michael Jackson making the "Beat It" short film in 1983.
Michael Jackson making the "Beat It" short film in 1983.
Michael Jackson is joined on stage by Eddie Van Halen to perform "Beat It" during The Jacksons Victory Tour at Texas Stadium in Dallas, Texas, on July 13, 1984.
Michael Jackson making the “Beat It” short film in 1983.
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