Her first break in the music world was at the age of sixteen when her parents (with mixed feelings) entered her for a singing contest in Sydney. It was organized by TVB with the winner to be offered a recording contract with one of the big music companies in Hong Kong. She won the competition and was sent back to Hong Kong and met with the TVB producers who wanted her to sign with one of the music labels. After much deliberation she finally decided that it wasn’t right for her at that time and instead returned to Australia to study at University. She pretty much just settled back into life at Uni and put aside any dreams of a music career.
After graduating from University she returned to Hong Kong in 1997 to help run her family’s accounting business and gained CPA certification. Despite her relatively settled career Susan was thinking, “is that all there is in life”. One of the students who she was teaching piano was working for a Hong Kong independent label, and she asked the boss if they wanted a singer. Susan says “I really wanted to record the English songs that I loved. We agreed to make an album and I just went into the studio feeling really relaxed with no stress or pressure and had a fun time recording my ‘Close To You’ album.” When the album came out it in 2002 it was widely acclaimed and quickly became a favourite of music stores to play and the album was soon climbing up the sales charts in countries like Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia. The four album release’s since, ‘Close To You’ have also enjoyed wide critical and commercial success establishing Susan as probably the No.1 selling English language female singer of her genre throughout S.E.Asia.
In early 2007 Susan Wong signed a new recording agreement with Hong Kong based Evolution Limited and pre-production is currently underway for her new album that will be recorded in the USA in May. As Susan explains her motivation behind the new album, “Musically I wanted a new challenge and new musical chemistry to give me a different lift and to move on to another stage. Not everyone has opportunity to work with such high calibre musicians and producers like those I’m working with on the new album”.
Someone Like You (2007)
In early 2007, Susan Wong signed a new recording agreement with Hong Kong based Evolution Limited and released her first album under Evolution in August 2007.
The first release under this agreement, Someone Like You, was recorded in Nashville, USA and was quick to win critical and commercial success throughout S. E. Asia. The success of the SACD version in particular bore testament to the fine production, vocal performance and mastering by Grammy award winning engineer Doug Sax. The album was domestically released in Japan in September 2008.
511 (2008)
In Summer 2008 a newly invigorated Susan, began working on fresh ideas for her follow-up album. In September 2008 Susan travelled to Geneva, Switzerland to work on demos with producer Adrien Z. As Susan explained “He brought my music ideas to life. He was able to transform the songs I want to sing into the styling which I dare tried.” The album recording was completed in February/March 2009.
In her blog Susan said of the album; “I guess I took a "more hands on" approach with this album, more than any of the previous ones, as I felt the need to voice out my persona, be more individualistic and independent for my work.” Susan’s bossa nova inspired version of Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean received a lot of attention and radio play and the album sold widely across the region.
Step Into My Dreams (2009)
Inspired by the positive feedback to 511, Susan was anxious to start working on her next album and within months of the release of 511 she was forming ideas for new recordings, choosing to again work with producer Adrien Zerbini and arranger Ignacio Lamas. With songs for the albums mostly coming from the late 1960’s/early 1970’s Susan and her band worked on a relaxed, natural acoustic pop feel lead by Ignacio’s skilled guitar style. With some fine performances and some radically rearranged interpretations of well known classics the new album, Step Into My Dreams soon became Susan Wong’s bestselling title and a fan’s favorite.
‘Best Recording Yet’: My LIVE Stories (2013)
After 5 years, Susan Wong returned to Nashville in June 2012 to record her next masterpiece. This masterpiece called My LIVE Stories was recorded live over two days in the world famous Ocean Way Studios in Nashville, USA which Susan described was her ‘best recording yet’. With an ensemble of top notch session musicians and a first class recording environment inside a 100 year old converted church Susan performed a selection of her favourite songs from her previous albums along with new songs.
Highlights include the bossa nova influenced Billie Jean, the blues tinged Cry Me A River, an up tempo Perfect and a spine tingling performance of Desperado. The studio recording was filmed in full HD and released in DVD and Blu-ray formats in December 2012.
Tribute to Female Vocal: Woman In Love (2014) & SusanWongVEVO
From the time when My LIVE Stories was being recorded, the idea for Woman In Love was already in conception. 2 ½ years in the making, recorded over 8 studios in 3 continents – Woman In Love was released worldwide December 1st, 2014. Woman In Love is Susan’s tribute to great women singers before her who made their fame with sensuous and endearing love songs. The album features romantic love songs old and new from Olivia Newton-John’s I Honestly Love You, Barbra Streisand’s classic Woman in Love to Rihanna’s hit Stay and Adele’s Make You Feel My Love.
For Woman In Love, Susan crafted a rare original song Can’t You See (I’m Falling In Love) to be included in the album.
Susan took her rendition of Mary Macgregor’s Torn Between Two Lovers to the big screen where the music video was released in full HD live on SusanWongVEVO. Susan Wong’s VEVO channel now holds a dear collection of Susan Wong’s best and most popular music.
Billie Jean
Susan Wong Lyrics
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I said don't mind, but what do you mean I am the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
She said I am the one will dance on the floor in the round
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
People always told me be careful of what you do
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
And be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
For forty days and forty nights
The law was on her side
But who can stand when she's in demand
Her schemes and plans
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
She told my baby we'd danced till three, then she looked at me
Then showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no!)
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round, baby
People always told me be careful of what you do
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
She came and stood right by me
Then the smell of sweet perfume
This happened much too soon
She called me to her room
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one
Billie Jean is
Not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover (she is just a girl)
Billie Jean is
Billie Jean is
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is
Billie Jean is
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
The lyrics of Susan Wong's "Billie Jean" describe a meeting between the singer and a woman who introduces herself as Billie Jean. She claims that the singer is the father of her child. The singer denies the accusation and asserts that Billie Jean is not his lover. Throughout the song, the singer expresses his frustration with Billie Jean's claims and insists that the child is not his. The song portrays themes of deceit, betrayal, and moral ambiguity.
The song was originally written and performed by Michael Jackson, and it became one of his biggest hits. The lyrics are somewhat ambiguous, and there has been much speculation about the meaning behind the song. Some people believe that it may have been inspired by Jackson's own experiences with false paternity claims, while others see the song as a commentary on the dangers of fame and the importance of being careful with one's actions.
Overall, "Billie Jean" is a compelling song that combines memorable lyrics with a catchy melody. It tells a powerful story that resonates with many listeners and has become a classic of the pop music genre.
Line by Line Meaning
She was more like a beauty queen from a movie scene
She looked like a stunning character from a film
I said don't mind, but what do you mean I am the one
I asked her what she meant when she called me "the one"
Who will dance on the floor in the round
Who will dance in the circular floor
She said I am the one will dance on the floor in the round
She said that she'll dance in the circular floor and I'm the one
She told me her name was Billie Jean, as she caused a scene
She caused a commotion and introduced herself as Billie Jean
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one
Everyone wished to be "the one" she referred to earlier
People always told me be careful of what you do
I've been warned to be careful with my actions
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
I shouldn't hurt the hearts of young girls
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
My mother cautioned me to be careful of the person I fall in love with
And be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth
I should be cautious of my actions because lies can become the truth
Billie Jean is not my lover
I'm not in a romantic relationship with Billie Jean
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
She says that I'm "the one" she's looking for, but we're not romantically involved
But the kid is not my son
I'm not the father of her child, despite her claims
For forty days and forty nights
It's been 40 days and nights since this situation started
The law was on her side
Legally, she was in the right during this time
But who can stand when she's in demand
Everyone wants to be with her, and it's hard to resist her charm
Her schemes and plans
She had a plan and was scheming something
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round
The two of us danced in the circular floor earlier
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
My advice is to think carefully before making a decision
She told my baby we'd danced till three, then she looked at me
She said to my child that we danced together until three in the morning, then looked at me as if trying to prove a point
Then showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no!)
She showed a photo of her child and my baby cried, looking like me.
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round, baby
We danced earlier, baby.
She came and stood right by me
She approached and stood beside me
Then the smell of sweet perfume
I smell her sweet perfume
This happened much too soon
This situation happened too quickly
She called me to her room
She invited me to her room
Billie Jean is not my lover
Again, I must emphasize that Billie Jean and I are not in a romantic relationship
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
She continues to claim that I'm "the one" she's looking for
But the kid is not my son
Once again, I am not the father of her child
Billie Jean is not my lover
It must be made clear that Billie Jean and I are not involved romantically
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
She still maintains that I'm "the one" she needs
But the kid is not my son
And I'm still not the father of her child
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She continues to state that I'm "the one", but I still deny being the father
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
Again, she claims that I'm "the one" but I deny having a child with her.
She says I am the one
She insists that I'm "the one" she's been talking about
Billie Jean is
Here, the phrase is cut off and is left open to interpretation
Not my lover
But it's important to know that we're not romantically involved
Billie Jean is not my lover (she is just a girl)
A repetition of the earlier sentiment – Billie Jean is not my lover, just someone who claims I'm "the one"
Billie Jean is
The phrase is cut off again, still leaving the meaning up to interpretation
Billie Jean is
And again, the phrase is repeated but remains open to interpretation
Billie Jean is not my lover
The song ends with another repetition of the main point – Billie Jean is not my lover.
Writer(s): Michael Jackson Copyright: Mijac Music
Contributed by Kylie H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Free Bird
She was more like a beauty queen from a movie scene
I said don't mind, but what do you mean, I am the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round?
She said I am the one, who will dance on the floor in the round
She told me her name was Billie Jean, as she caused a scene
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
People always told me be careful of what you do
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
And be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
For forty days and forty nights
The law was on her side
But who can stand when she's in demand
Her schemes and plans
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
(Do think twice, do think twice)
She told my baby we'd danced 'til three, then she looked at me
Then showed a photo my baby cried his eyes were like mine (oh, no)
'Cause we danced on the floor in the round, baby
People always told me be careful of what you do
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
She came and stood right by me
Just the smell of sweet perfume
This happened much too soon
She called me to her room
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one
You know what you did, (she says he is my son) breaking my heart babe
She says I am the one
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover (don't Billie Jean)
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
IR. TS
She was more like a beauty queen from a movie scene
I said don't mind, but what do you mean I am the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
She said I am the one who will dance on the floor in the round
[2nd verse]
She told me her name was Billie Jean, as she caused a scene
Then every head turned with eyes that dreamed of being the one
Who will dance on the floor in the round
[Bridge]
People always told me be careful of what you do
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
And mother always told me be careful of who you love
And be careful of what you do 'cause the lie becomes the truth
[Chorus]
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
[3rd verse]
For forty days and forty nights
The law was on her side
But who can stand when she's in demand
Her schemes and plans
'cause we danced on the floor in the round
So take my strong advice, just remember to always think twice
(do think twice.)
[4th verse]
She told my baby we'd danced 'til three
Then she looked at me
She showed a photo of a baby crying
His eyes looked like mine
Go on dance on the floor in the round, baby
[Bridge]
People always told me be careful of what you do
And don't go around breaking young girls' hearts
She came and stood right by me
Then the smell of sweet perfume
This happened much too soon
She called me to her room
[Chorus]
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
Billie Jean is not my lover
She's just a girl who claims that I am the one
But the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, but the kid is not my son
She says I am the one, she says he is my son
She says I am the one
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Billie Jean is not my lover
Kaique da Silva
Que voz suave que toque envolvente isso é música 🎶
d.mattosh
Magnífica, billie jean no rítimo da bossa nova. lindo de mais. A música realmente é uma língua universal.
MariaEugenia Cerrón
Hermosa canción de Michael Jackson en versión bossa nova. Muy relajante !
Shourya Sinha
This is so beautiful!! just perfect! The vocals are so rhythmic! That's what makes this cover so beautiful
Gilmar Coimbra
"My God"... a gente (eu... rs), fica ouvindo um monte de barulheira por várias horas, mas, somente depois que curtimos estas músicas é que a paz, a calma e a alegria nos chegam.
Gilmar Coimbra
Ahhhh... claro, né! Não vou dormir sem curtir esse som! Aliás, vou dormir curtindo esse somzaço sempre. Não... nada disso! Vou dormir sempre com o fone de ouvidos com este somzão. Apago e vou para "as oitavas" do sono... rs!
Ulises Hernández Paqui
Awesome!
Hermosa interpretación 😍
Gilmar Coimbra
Quase impossível dormir sem curtir estas músicas! -- Será coisa da idade? "Ôrra", às vezes gosto de curtir um Black, UFO, Pink, Steve M. Band, Belchior, Chico, Zé Ramalho, Alceu, Cantorias, etc. Mas, as músicas desta incrível cantora me "aprisionou" de tal forma que sempre volto aqui. --- O que é isso? - Numa frase: "Alto Nível"! - Muita paz e harmonia!
Amaro Souza
Show de Bola! Belíssima interpretação do clássico de Jackson!
Marcos Gonçalves
Bela regravação! Parabéns, Susan Wong!