I typically don't agree with readers' poll results (being a snotty critic and all), but when RollingStone.com asked its audience to name their favorite Michael Jackson song, they voted correctly: "Billie Jean." It's sonic perfection with a timeless message about the importance of DNA paternity testing.
The rest of the RS list, though, is shoddy. Doesn't even include "Smooth Criminal." Anyway, what's your favorite song by the recently-turned-50-year-old Freak of Pop?
This article appears in Aug 27 – Sep 2, 2008.