Tracklist
| Bad | 4:06 | ||
| The Way You Make Me Feel | 4:58 | ||
| Speed Demon | 4:01 | ||
| Liberian Girl | 3:52 | ||
| Just Good Friends | 4:05 | ||
| Another Part Of Me | 3:53 | ||
| Man In The Mirror | 5:18 | ||
| I Just Can't Stop Loving You | 4:23 | ||
| Dirty Diana | 4:52 | ||
| Smooth Criminal | 4:16 |
Credits (47)
- Nancy DonaldArt Direction
Tony Lane (2)Art Direction
Michael JacksonCo-producer
Jolie LevineCoordinator [Production Coordinator], Contractor- Mary "May-reeh" Coller*Crew [Assistant To Michael Jackson]
Larry StesselCrew [Epic Records Product Direction]
Notes
From 1972 to 2001, the American singer Michael Jackson released ten studio albums.
Bad is his seventh studio album.
Re-issues of Bad feature a number of changes when compared to the original 1987 release:
"Bad" – The original mix was replaced with the 7" Single Mix. The most notable difference is the lack of horns in all the choruses except for the last two. Horns are also missing from the second and third pre-choruses. The rhythm guitar during the choruses is also turned up along with the hi hats.
"The Way You Make Me Feel" – The full length remix used for the single with louder vocals and ad libs added to the end replaced the original album mix.
"I Just Can't Stop Loving You" omits Michael Jackson's spoken intro.
"Dirty Diana" is replaced with the single edit of the song.
"Smooth Criminal" went through two changes on the album. It was remixed to make the kick drum heavier and the bass synth fatter. The quick-sequenced synclavier behind the bass has been rendered mono as well. The first version of this mix left the breathing intact, but was later removed after some time.
Singles from this release:
I Just Can't Stop Loving You
Bad
The Way You Make Me Feel
Man In The Mirror
Dirty Diana
Another Part Of Me
Smooth Criminal
Leave Me Alone (Only from CD and cassette version of the album)
Liberian Girl
Speed Demon (Europe only)
Bad is his seventh studio album.
Re-issues of Bad feature a number of changes when compared to the original 1987 release:
"Bad" – The original mix was replaced with the 7" Single Mix. The most notable difference is the lack of horns in all the choruses except for the last two. Horns are also missing from the second and third pre-choruses. The rhythm guitar during the choruses is also turned up along with the hi hats.
"The Way You Make Me Feel" – The full length remix used for the single with louder vocals and ad libs added to the end replaced the original album mix.
"I Just Can't Stop Loving You" omits Michael Jackson's spoken intro.
"Dirty Diana" is replaced with the single edit of the song.
"Smooth Criminal" went through two changes on the album. It was remixed to make the kick drum heavier and the bass synth fatter. The quick-sequenced synclavier behind the bass has been rendered mono as well. The first version of this mix left the breathing intact, but was later removed after some time.
Singles from this release:
I Just Can't Stop Loving You
Bad
The Way You Make Me Feel
Man In The Mirror
Dirty Diana
Another Part Of Me
Smooth Criminal
Leave Me Alone (Only from CD and cassette version of the album)
Liberian Girl
Speed Demon (Europe only)
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| Image | , | – | In Your Collection, Wantlist, or Inventory | Version Details | Data Quality | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bad LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold | Epic – EPC 450290 1, Epic – OE 40600 | Europe | 1987 | Europe — 1987 | ||||
 | Bad LP, Album, Picture Disc | Epic – EPC 450290 0 | Europe | 1987 | Europe — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad Cassette, Album, Club Edition, CrO2 | Epic – OET 40600 | Canada | 1987 | Canada — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad Cassette, Album | Epic – 450290 4 | UK | 1987 | UK — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Stereo, Carrollton Pressing, Gatefold | Epic – E 40600, Epic – OE 40600 | US | 1987 | US — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad CD, Album, Stereo, 1st Press, Original Mixes | Epic – EK 40600 | US | 1987 | US — 1987 | ||||
 | Bad Cassette, Album, Chrome | Epic – EPC 450290 4 | Europe | 1987 | Europe — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – EPC 450290 1 | Portugal | 1987 | Portugal — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – OE 40600, Epic – 40600 | Canada | 1987 | Canada — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – 450290 1 | UK | 1987 | UK — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – EPC 450290 1 | Greece | 1987 | Greece — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Stereo | Epic – 231.012, Epic – 231012 | Brazil | 1987 | Brazil — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad Cassette, Album | Suzy – EPC 40-450290 1, Epic – EPC 40-450290 1 | Yugoslavia | 1987 | Yugoslavia — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Picture Disc | Epic – 9E9-44043 | US | 1987 | US — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Gong – SLPXL 37169, Epic – SLPXL 37169 | Hungary | 1987 | Hungary — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad CD, Album, Picture Disc | Epic – EPC 450290 9 | Europe | 1987 | Europe — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – EPC 450290 1, Suzy – EPC 450290 1 | Yugoslavia | 1987 | Yugoslavia — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold | Epic – EPC 450290 1 (SE) | Spain | 1987 | Spain — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – BAD L1, Epic – 40600 | South Africa | 1987 | South Africa — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – 147.271, Epic – 147-271 | Argentina | 1987 | Argentina — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Discos CBS – SLP 20499 | Bolivia | 1987 | Bolivia — 1987 | ||||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – LNS-450290 | Mexico | 1987 | Mexico — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | CBS/Sony – CYA 1212 | Hong Kong | 1987 | Hong Kong — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – 19433 | Colombia | 1987 | Colombia — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Jigu Records – KJPL-0555, Epic – OE-40600 | South Korea | 1987 | South Korea — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Picture Disc | Epic – 450290 0 | UK | 1987 | UK — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – EPIC-327 | Venezuela | 1987 | Venezuela — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad CD, Album, Special Edition | Epic – CD EPC 69007, Epic – EPC 450290 2 | Spain | 1987 | Spain — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – 19428 | Colombia | 1987 | Colombia — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad Cassette, Album, Slipcase | Jigu Records – KJPK-0555 | South Korea | 1987 | South Korea — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold | Epic – EPC 450290 1 | Italy | 1987 | Italy — 1987 | New Submission | |||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – 7001-1 | Uruguay | 1987 | Uruguay — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | CBS – CBS 450 290-1 | Israel | 1987 | Israel — 1987 | ||||
 | Bad LP, Album | Epic – 1033235 | Costa Rica | 1987 | Costa Rica — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad CD, Album | Epic – EPC 450290 2 | Europe | 1987 | Europe — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Gatefold | Epic – 450290 1 | Australia | 1987 | Australia — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad Cassette, Album | Suzy – EPC 40-450290 1, Epic – 450290 | Yugoslavia | 1987 | Yugoslavia — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad LP, Album, Picture Disc, Promo | Epic – EPC 450290 0 | France | 1987 | France — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad CD, Album, Misprint | Epic – EK 40600 | Canada | 1987 | Canada — 1987 | Recently Edited | |||
 | Bad CD, Album | Epic – EPC 450290 2 | Europe | 1987 | Europe — 1987 | Recently Edited |
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Reviews
A lot of audiophiles knock on these more modern MJ pressings, but 'Bad' at least to me, didn't really sound too bad at all. Far better than I expected. Great clarity, minimal noise, and good enough that I don't see myself seeking any alternative pressings for awhile. Plus, it can be obtained for fairly cheap. I see it as a no-brainer.referencing Bad (LP, Album, Reissue) 88875143741
I'm hoping Bad will get the Mofi treatment eventually. Nevertheless, this is a solid pressing that can typically be found for a reasonable price brand new. It's nothing mind-blowing, but it'll get the job done.
referencing Bad (LP, Album, Stereo) 231.012
A very decent sound, even though it has some distortion on the end of both sides- it should be noted the original pressings came in a 'smooth style' jewel case (smooth top & bottom edges)
referencing Bad (LP, Album, Gatefold) 28·3P-800
I rarely leave reviews but wow! This sounds phenomenal, would highly recommend.
referencing Bad (LP, Album, Gatefold) SX 2694
My copy sounds perfect. Even though the LP is going through quite a bit.
referencing Bad (LP, Album, Stereo, Gatefold) EPC 450290 1
i have a nm copy with vg+ to nm covers and inner sleeves and sheets bought at leeds 1988 Bad concert i thought about selling but history of it would get lost on here so i framed it with the tshirt- Very, very good sounding pressing of this iconic album. The chrome tape is a nice bonus.
referencing Bad (LP, Album, Reissue, Gatefold) 88875143741
I don't have an original pressing to compare this to but I think it sounds pretty good. Nice bass and a nice mix.
referencing Bad (CD, Album) EPC 450290 2
my copy has the inner pages of the booklet from thriller, missing one page, is anyone else’s like this????
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