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Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson's Hilarious 1983 Collaboration

4/29/2025

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In a fascinating glimpse into music history, Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson collaborated on unfinished tracks in 1983, including "Victory" and "State of Shock." Bassist Jo Burt shared that Jackson's pet llama hilariously interrupted their recording session, leaving Mercury frustrated enough to call his manager for assistance. Despite the chaos, both legends soared in their careers before their tragic passings.

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In a fascinating glimpse into music history, Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson collaborated on unfinished tracks in 1983, including "Victory" and "State of Shock." Bassist Jo Burt shared that Jackson's pet llama hilariously interrupted their recording session, leaving Mercury frustrated enough to call his manager for assistance. Despite the chaos, both legends soared in their careers before their tragic passings.