Crucial Track for February 1, 2026

"Jam" by Michael Jackson

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What was the first album you ever bought? Pick your favorite song off that album.

The first record I ever spent my own money on was Michael Jackson’s Dangerous in 6th grade. A few weeks later, I heard Nirvana and, well… things changed. But, to be honest, this opening track still hits pretty hard thanks to Teddy Riley’s signature New Jack Swing production.