Blood on the Dance Floor

Michael Jackson

About Blood on the Dance Floor

"Blood on the Dance Floor" is a song by American singer Michael Jackson. The song was released as the first single from the remix album Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix. Jackson and Teddy Riley created the track in time for the 1991 release of Dangerous. However, it did not appear on that record and was worked on further for its commercial release in 1997. The song is about a predatory woman by the name of Susie, who seduces Jackson before plotting to stab him with a knife. The composition explores a variety of genres ranging from funk and new jack swing. The single peaked at number 42 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one in Denmark, New Zealand, Spain and the United Kingdom. It also reached the top 10 several other countries, including Australia, Finland, Germany, Netherlands, Norway and Sweden. Commentators compared "Blood on the Dance Floor" to music from Dangerous. Others commented on the song's perceived aggressive tone and the vocal style, the broad genres heard and possible lyrical interpretations of the song. Reviews at the time of release were largely mixed, but contemporary reviews have been favorable. The song was promoted with a music video that premiered on Top of the Pops. It centered on Susie seducing Jackson in a courtship "dance", before opening a switchblade. "Blood on the Dance Floor" was the only track from the remix album performed on the HIStory World Tour. 


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1997
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She got your number
She know your game
She put you under
It's so insane

Since you seduced her
How does it feel
To know that woman
Is out to kill

Every night stance is like takin' a chance
It's not about love and romance
And now you're gonna get it

Every hot man is out takin' a chance
It's not about love and romance
And now you do regret it

To escape the world I've got to enjoy that simple dance
And it seemed that everything was on my side
(Blood on my side)

She seemed sincere like it was love and true romance
And now she's out to get me
And I just can't take it
Just can't break it

Susie got your number
And Susie ain't your friend
Look who took you under
With seven inches in

Blood is on the dance floor
Blood is on the knife
Susie's got your number
And Susie says its right

She got your number
How does it feel
To know this stranger
Is out to kill

She got your baby
It happened fast
If you could only
Erase the past

Every night stance is like takin a chances
It's not about love and romance
And now you're gonna get it

Every hot man is out takin' a chance
It's not about love and romance
And now you do regret it

To escape the world I got to enjoy this simple dance
And it seemed that everything was on my side
(Blood on my side)

It seemed sincere like it was love and true romance
And now she's out to get me
And I just can't take it
Just can't break it

Susie got your number
And Susie ain't your friend
Look who took you under
With seven inches in

Blood is on the dance floor
Blood is on the knife
Susie got your number
You know Susie says its right

Susie's got your number
Susie ain't your friend
Look who took you under
She put seven inches in

Blood is on the dance floor
Blood is on the knife 
Susie's got your number 
Susie says its right

It was blood on the dance floor
(blood on the dance floor)
It was blood on the dance floor
(blood on the dance floor)

It was blood on the dance floor
(blood on the dance floor)
It was blood on the dance floor
(blood on the dance floor)

And I just can't take it
The girl won't break it
Ooo...

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Michael Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist also he is the most famous recording artist worldwide, entertainer and businessman. Often referred to as the King of Pop, King of Pop, Rock and Soul, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971. He has donated a total of 500 Million dollars to charities and has sold… more »

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Written by: Michael Joe Jackson, Edward Theodore Riley

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14 facts about this song

Release Date
"Blood on the Dance Floor" was released as a single on March 21, 1997.
From an Album
This song is the title-track from the remix album 'Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix'.
Music Genre
The track falls under the dance-pop, new jack swing, and funk genres.
Written years before its release
"Blood on the Dance Floor" was originally written during recording sessions for Jackson's 1991 album 'Dangerous' but did not make it into the final track list.
Collaboration
It was a collaborative work between Michael Jackson and Teddy Riley, an American singer-songwriter and record producer.
Commercial Success
The song peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart and number 42 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
US Certification
This single was certified Platinum by the RIAA, which signifies that it sold over 1,000,000 copies.
Music Video
The music video for "Blood on the Dance Floor" was directed by Michael Jackson and Vincent Paterson.
Storyline
The song tells a story about a seductive woman named Susie, who preys on men before ultimately murdering them.
Awards
"Blood on the Dance Floor" was nominated for a Grammy for Best Music Video, Short Form in 1998 but did not win.
Re-interpretation
Michael Jackson’s brother, La Toya Jackson, re-interpreted the song for her 2019 EP, "Starting Over".
Presence in Concerts
Although Jackson never performed this song on any of his world tour concerts, it was rehearsed for the Dangerous World Tour and the HIStory World Tour.
Recorded Twice
The song was recorded twice: first in 1991 during the recording sessions of the 'Dangerous' album and second in 1996 for the "Blood on the Dance Floor: HIStory in the Mix" album.
Live Debut
Its live debut was during the Royal Concert in Brunei on July 16, 1996.

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