Shout

[Pentum]

I think this is a very cool MJ song. When was it produced? Why didn't it get released? It's not on any album. Anyone else thing the beat is kinda like 2000 watts?

Also, the lyric. Without reading it, I don't have a chance understading what he says in the verses.

SHOUT

Verse
Ignorance of people purchasing diamonds and necklaces,
And barely able to keep the payments up on their lessons,
And enrolled in a class and don't know who the professor is,
How low people go for the dough and make a mess of things,
Kids are murdering other kids for the fun of it,
Instead of using their mind or their fist, they put a gun in it
Wanna be a part of a clique, don't know who's running it,
Tragedy on top of tragedy you know it's killing me.
So many people in agony, this shouldn't have to be,
Too busy focusing on ourselves and not His Majesty,
There has to be some type of change for this day and age,
We gotta rearrange and flip the page,
Living encaged like animals and cannibals,
Eating each other alive just to survive the nine to five,
Every single day is trouble while we struggle and strive
Peace of mind's so hard to find.

Chorus
I wanna shout, throw my hands up and shout
What's this madness all about
All this makes me wanna shout
You know it makes me wanna shout,
Throw my hands up and shout
What's this madness all about
All this makes me wanna shout, c'mon now

Verse 2
Problems, complications and accusations
Dividing the nations and races of empty faces
A war is taking place.
No substitution for restitution, the only solution for peace
Is increasing the height of your spirituality.
Masses of minds are shrouded, clouded visions
Deceptions and indecision, no faith or religion, how we're living.
The clock is ticking, the end is coming, there'll be no warning,
But we live to see the dawn.

Bridge
How can we preach, when all we make this world to be
Is a living hell torturing our minds.
We all must unite, to turn darkness to light,
And the love in our hearts will shine.

Verse 3
We're disconnected from love, we're disrespecting each other
Whatever happened to protecting each other
Poisoned your body and your soul for a minute of pleasure,
But the damage that you've done is gonna last forever.
Babies being born in the world already drug addicted and afflicted,
Family values are contradicted.
Ashes to ashes and dust to dust, the pressure is building and I've had enough.

Chorus...


What's your thoughts?

*if it is another thread about this song, then sorry. I tried earch two times, didn't find any, so don't flame me*

[AGB]

It was recorded during the Invincible sessions but never made it to the final tracklisting however it was released on the CD Single for 'Cry' along with Streetwalker in 2001.

[Dangerous Incorporated]

From FOR THE RECORD:

SHOUT

Written by Michael with Edward Riley, Claude Forbes, Roy Hamilton,
Samuel Hoskins and Carmen Lampson, song originally scheduled to
feature on Michael’s INVINCIBLE album in 2001, before it was
replaced by You Are My Life.

B-side of Cry, released in December 2001 in the UK (no USA release),
and listed ahead of Cry and Streetwalker on the 12” single.

Version reportedly recorded by Backstreet boy, Nick Carter, for his
debut solo album NOW OR NEVER in 2002, but failed to make the
final selection. Bootleg versions of the Backstreet Boys performing the
song in concert have appeared on the internet.

Sampled by independent artist, Kameko, on Down And Out – a track
featured on his debut album, issued in 2006.



Also I have a version of this where MJ says shout at the beginning which is different to the other version that were released!

[Momma Shannon]

I really like this song - I think cuz it's so different :yes:

[Pentum]

I love this song too, really!

Dangerous Incorporated, may I have it?

[Dangerous Incorporated]

I love this song too, really!

Dangerous Incorporated, may I have it?

I cant share it here as it would be illegal ;)

I wish SHOUT was on INVINCIBLE instead You Are My Life as I personally feel that there were too many ballads on that album IMO

[Dangerous Incorporated]

I just listened to the track then and what Mike says is "Let's Shout" and then the track starts.

Here's just the intro:
http://www.mediafire.com/?n4yzmzm5dlt

[Pentum]

Yeah, but why not both? I like almost all MJ songs.

[mickyj007]

One of the worst songs MJ's ever recorded, IMO.

[Dangerous Incorporated]

No accounting for taste! LOL

[Stargirl]

I L-O-V-E this song SOOO damn much.
It's just AMAZING!!
Love the tune and adoooore the chorus =D

[DuranDuran]

^^^^^^The song is cool, but what is so special about the chorus? It's just the same as the old Isley Brothers' song "Shout".

[Pentum]

Michaels version is much more angyr and feelings. The Isley Brothers is just a party song^^ lol

[jaXXXon]

I JUST started listening to this song again. I have a newfound appreciation for it. It reminds me of Busta Rhymes the way Michael is just spitten those hot lyrics! My only wish is that the vocal was more isolated - it blends too much into the backing music and unless you have the lyrics you only catch bits and pieces because its so fast paced - but the vocals need a PUNCH up. I wish it was on instead of YOU ARE MY LIFE too (hurl!)

[blue_eyed_belle]

Shout always makes me want to jump up and join in!! Love it!

[AGB]

I love the lyrics for Shout, they are pretty much an accurate commentary on what is going on in society today.

[Eric]

From FOR THE RECORD:

SHOUT

Written by Michael with Edward Riley, Claude Forbes, Roy Hamilton,
Samuel Hoskins and Carmen Lampson, song originally scheduled to
feature on Michael’s INVINCIBLE album in 2001, before it was
replaced by You Are My Life.

B-side of Cry, released in December 2001 in the UK (no USA release),
and listed ahead of Cry and Streetwalker on the 12” single.

Version reportedly recorded by Backstreet boy, Nick Carter, for his
debut solo album NOW OR NEVER in 2002, but failed to make the
final selection. Bootleg versions of the Backstreet Boys performing the
song in concert have appeared on the internet.

Sampled by independent artist, Kameko, on Down And Out – a track
featured on his debut album, issued in 2006.



Also I have a version of this where MJ says shout at the beginning which is different to the other version that were released!
Cry was actually released in the USA for a short period of time. It was sent to some radio stations but was pulled because 9/11 happened shortly after it and they didn't want to be seen as taking advantage of the situation with the song Cry. Cry was physically released in the USA on a 45 vinyl. I purchased a copy from Sony Music's website and I still have it.

[Dangerous Incorporated]

Cry was actually released in the USA for a short period of time. It was sent to some radio stations but was pulled because 9/11 happened shortly after it and they didn't want to be seen as taking advantage of the situation with the song Cry. Cry was physically released in the USA on a 45 vinyl. I purchased a copy from Sony Music's website and I still have it.

Actually, Cry was released because of 9/11 originally. It was a sneak peek. It was the first track we got to hear from INVINCIBLE (apart from the single YRMW) before the album was released. Then after YRMW, CRY was a single for a short time but pulled because of the Tommy Mottola/Jackson feud atm. Michael didnt want CRY released as the next single but Mottola did (to let the singles from the album fail as sabbotage) and in turn Michael refused to appear in the video. Shortly after, Sony cancelled all promotions for Invincible.

[Eric]

Actually, Cry was released because of 9/11 originally. It was the first track we got to hear from INVINCIBLE (apart from the single YRMW) before the album was released. Then after YRMW, CRY was a single for a short time but pulled because of the Tommy Mottola/Jackson feud atm. Michael didnt want CRY released as the next single but Mottola did (to let the singles fromthe album failas sabbotage) and in turn Michael refused to appear in the video. Shortly after, Sony cancelled all promotions for Invincible.
I always thought Cry was out before 9/11. O well. Good thing I got the vinyl when i did.

[ds8989]

I just listened to the track then and what Mike says is "Let's Shout" and then the track starts.

Here's just the intro:
http://www.mediafire.com/?n4yzmzm5dlt

Where did you get this version? This alternative version?

[Dangerous Incorporated]

A promo CD of Cry.

[ds8989]

A promo CD of Cry.

This version only on promo CD ?

[Dangerous Incorporated]

This version only on promo CD ?
As far as I know.

[Prince Of Pop]

I like Shout better than Invincible and Privacy. I like You Are My Life and glad it made the album...but not at the expense of Shout

[helena22]

From FOR THE RECORD:

SHOUT

Written by Michael with Edward Riley, Claude Forbes, Roy Hamilton,
Samuel Hoskins and Carmen Lampson, song originally scheduled to
feature on Michael’s INVINCIBLE album in 2001, before it was
replaced by You Are My Life.

B-side of Cry, released in December 2001 in the UK (no USA release),
and listed ahead of Cry and Streetwalker on the 12” single.

Version reportedly recorded by Backstreet boy, Nick Carter, for his
debut solo album NOW OR NEVER in 2002, but failed to make the
final selection. Bootleg versions of the Backstreet Boys performing the
song in concert have appeared on the internet.

Sampled by independent artist, Kameko, on Down And Out – a track
featured on his debut album, issued in 2006.



Also I have a version of this where MJ says shout at the beginning which is different to the other version that were released!
Thanx a lot for the info. Who is Edward Riley?? Teddy Riley's brother, maybe?? I had the wrong info, then. Heard Teddy cut the track with Mike.

Love the song so much. Tha rhythm!

[Muchos]

The best part is the bridge :)

[Korgnex]

Thanx a lot for the info. Who is Edward Riley?? Teddy Riley's brother, maybe?? I had the wrong info, then. Heard Teddy cut the track with Mike.

Love the song so much. Tha rhythm!

Edward Riley IS Teddy Riley ;)

"Teddy" is his nickname

[blue_eyed_belle]

I still like shout, very powerful lyrics etc but it's a shame that it's difficult to hear them.

[jayjackson]

i love this song :) somehow i love 3. vers most, there's something about the way his singing it. esp. these lines:

<b>We're disconnected from love, we're disrespecting each other</b>
Whatever happened to protecting each other
<b>Poisoned your body and your soul</b> for a minute of pleasure,
But the damage that you've done is gonna last forever.
Babies being born in the world already drug addicted and afflicted,
Family values are contradicted.
<b>Ashes to ashes and dust to dust</b>, the pressure is building and I've had enough.

[Pentum]

It's the only vers I can understand too, pretty funny.

[TSCM]

I am close to certain that Aaron Carter also covered this song on some old and obscure Nickelodeon event circa 2002, but try as I have I've been unable to locate even a single reference to it.

[helena22]

Edward Riley IS Teddy Riley ;)

"Teddy" is his nickname
Thanx for the answer. I never knew that.

For me, the "rap-singing" part is what makes the song a masterpiece. Just hearing got me feeling like I'm running fast to catch a bus-so intense:D And just as in his many other songs, the rhythm kicks ass!

[mjbunny]

Yeah, Cry was released right after 9/11, but wasn't played much on the radio after the first few days or so. If I remember correctly it was pulled because of fears they'd be seen as trying to capitalize on the moment.

Shout is really a great song. I loved it the first time I heard it and I've never stopped listening to it. Wonderful. I would gladly take Privacy off Invincible for Shout. Sorry, but I would. Shout & We've Had Enough should've been there, doggonit.

LOL, I'd never actually read the lyrics. It always sounded like "animals and cannibals - Satan!" to me, doh! :rofl:

[Dangerous Incorporated]

Edward Riley IS Teddy Riley ;)

"Teddy" is his nickname
Teddy who formed the group Guy used a lot of elements from SHOUT on their song 'Do It' which can be found here:
http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1912742#post1912742

[Zapato]

Anyone knows if the guitar track might be played by MJ himself? I've been wondering about this.

[GinnyJackson]

I am close to certain that Aaron Carter also covered this song on some old and obscure Nickelodeon event circa 2002, but try as I have I've been unable to locate even a single reference to it.

I know Nick Carter did it but i never heard of Aaron doing it.

Thanks for the link to this thread. I started another one i didnt know this was here lol.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8frzeLk4rM

Backstreet Boys
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O78IKr-2eIs
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[D.S]

I love this song, wish it was on the album, and i wouldn't of understood a word either if i hadn't read those lyrics.

[Dark Artist]

I don't know if this has been mentioned already, but the voice rapping in sync with him after the second chorus is Janet.

[BruceWayne]

I don't know if this has been mentioned already, but the voice rapping in sync with him after the second chorus is Janet.

Thanks, I had absolutely no idea!
I didn't even think about that there is another voice in the left speaker until you now mentioned it.


It's kind of like TDCAU where you can hear children singing under Michael's vocals on some part.

[MJ1814]

When I first her Shout I was sitting at my computer like

http://i28.tinypic.com/dzjbqw.gif

I couldn't understand a word he was saying.

[BruceWayne]

^ Haha finally someone else besides me with a GIF fetish :D

I couldn't understand a single word before I read the lyrics. - It's like that with many of Michael's songs since he doesn't pronounce his words.

[MJ1814]

^^^ I love gifs. :wub:

I can understand most of his lyrics because I'm fluent in Jacksonese (thanx to Janet) so it's not hard to get his lyrics. But with this song I was at a lost for words lol

[flyaway622]

I too was like What the heck??? when i heard this song, then i looked up the lyrics and read them while listening to the song. This song is deep and i love it!!!!

[Agent M]

I don't know if this has been mentioned already, but the voice rapping in sync with him after the second chorus is Janet.

Whoa! You learn something new every day. Thanks. I don't why the lyrics had to be 'drowned' to such a degree though.

[Dangerous Incorporated]

I don't know if this has been mentioned already, but the voice rapping in sync with him after the second chorus is Janet.

Thats just a fan made myth isnt it? There has been no confirmation as to whom the female rapping with Michael is. People are assuming its Janet.

[tbron]

it's his best non album song imo.

[amrice]

I too couldn't understand a word he was saying.
up to this date if i'm listening to it I have to read the lyrics lol
but the lyrics is really deep.
this happens to be my new "rage" therapy song loooool makes me wanna shout! ;)

[Zeus7]

Edward Riley IS Teddy Riley ;)

"Teddy" is his nickname

MJ had his kids address Teddy as Theodore though ?

[8701girl]

I heard this song for the first time i think it was last night. I love the way michael sounds a lil angry in the song, makes him sound sexy hehehe

[Tsukiji]

I love it, the chorus is awesome!

[Arklove]

I LOVE Shout! I'd take it over Escape anyday...His angry, aggressive voice....just WOW! Fantastic song! I just wish I could understand what he was saying too, because the lyrics are so powerful...and he punches them out so pro! :punk: To me, this song sorta represents the fact that he can sing ANYTHING....and there was absolutely nothing he couldn't do and excel at

[LoveMJackson]

:lol: yeah I couldn't understand a word either but there is something about this song, I really really like it especially the chorus.And his voice is so beautiful (and sexy lol) there.

[honeysucklejasmine]

One of my absolute favourite MJ songs - just love it!
Lyrics on this video - seems accurate - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqlZGPOH1a0

[Hocus]

Yeah, love it too! :heart:

[CaptainEoLove85]

Best lyrics ever IMO, even though it's hard to understand.

[love is magical]

Bruce Swedien said Michael never recorded with a piece of paper in front of him. He studied the lyrics before the session and sang from his heart.

I found it amazing he could sing the verses of this song in such speed and emotion.

[Arklove]

Bruce Swedien said Michael never recorded with a piece of paper in front of him. He studied the lyrics before the session and sang from his heart.

I found it amazing he could sing the verses of this song in such speed and emotion.

omg, i didn't know that! wow! not that I'm surprised though! can he get even more amazing?

[AllForLove]

I really really love this song !!! it's amazing ! as someone said there's nothing that Michael can't sing

[Lucilla]

ok, bumping this thread cause there's so many people out there still saying this is not MJ :doh:


I am close to certain that Aaron Carter also covered this song on some old and obscure Nickelodeon event circa 2002, but try as I have I've been unable to locate even a single reference to it.
lol what!


Bruce Swedien said Michael never recorded with a piece of paper in front of him. He studied the lyrics before the session and sang from his heart.

I found it amazing he could sing the verses of this song in such speed and emotion.

That's simply amazing :D

[analogue]

Shout was removed in favour of You Are My Life? Now i never question Mike when it comes to music but what was he thinking? Shout is a billion times better than You Are My Life

[powernoize]

i agree shout should have been included on vince, but then again i'm sure there are probably other gems like sttr that should have been included as well.

[analogue]

We've Had Enough also should have been on Invincible. It kind of frustrates me that some of the songs that didn't make the album are better than alot of songs that did make the album. Invincible is the only Michael Jackson album where i've heard the outtakes and thought ''Why wasn't that on the album?''

[powernoize]

We've Had Enough also should have been on Invincible. It kind of frustrates me that some of the songs that didn't make the album are better than alot of songs that did make the album. Invincible is the only Michael Jackson album where i've heard the outtakes and thought ''Why wasn't that on the album?''

Totally, i love the vocals on we've had enough! this happens with a lot of artists who record b-sides, outtakes ,like classic suede, msp b-sides.

[Alma]

There were so many songs that should've been on 'Invincible', but I guess they sounded too 'real', too accute and pervasive to actually be 'radio-friendly', afterall, they chose 'You Rock My World', which, although it is a lovely lovely song, Michael wanted to release the 'Unbreakable' song, and, of course, he was denied the request. And many others followed, if not, many others preceded this tactic, that it wasn't any wonder it got boycotted. To think how many of these gems, not just from the Invincible era, but the leaked ones, for instance, could be a part of the 'Michael' album (although they could be released in the future, but there's still no excuse for it and many more off things)..But I'm not gonna touch on this tired topic again .. Wanted to make this point, though. ..

[mjdong]

Like this song, fast, style is different

[Minimj]

This is the only MJ song to which I cannot sing to LMAO

[The Healer]

This is the only MJ song to which I cannot sing to LMAO

I was thinking the same ! :)
He is singing so fast I can hardly understand the words ! :)
I adore that song. So strong.

[arnspecs]

I think the production on this one is kinda tinny. But agreed that We've Had Enough should have been on Vince. Oddly, Ive been listening to Invincible SO much recently. I find something new in it every time now. Especially since it was his last album

[SuperLee]

Shout is a brill song but its needing more bass if i'm being honest but i think the lyrics and production is brill :)

[tricia70]

Idk, I tried to listen to it over and over again hoping that I would like it, but sorry I don't. I can't understand a word he is saying in most of the song, it is very frustrating. To me, one of the most enjoyable aspects of Michael's musical genius is that magical and brilliant voice of his, and his vocals are totally drowned out in this song. I can't sing along, arghhh. I do love the lyrics once I found them, but overall it is my least favorite MJ song, and I feel guilty saying that because overall I love the majority of his songs, some in Vince I don't care for too much, but still good songs, but this one I just don't care for at all.

[Deniro UK]

Shout is a bloody brilliant song, I found the lyrics and went through the song while reading them, MJ's rhythm is unbelievably good!

[Hess]

wow. So many banned people in this thread. what has happend while I was away?

[blujein]

Is anyone able to PM me a link to hear the version where Michael says "Let's shout!" at the start?

[Themidwestcowboy]

I love this song! MJ can rap! the only problem i had with the song was that his vocals during the verse was too low.. You could barley hear him at times

[Hess]

Shout is a great song - but his voice should be mixed - or just turned up.

But great beat, angry vocals - amazing song. - But the vocals should be clearer.

[AnnieRUOkay89]

Yea, the mixing on the song is really bad, surprisingly, considering Michael was here to overlook those things. He can be heard a lot better had his vocals been properly layered over the instrumentation. I like when he raps though, and he raps with conviction and meaning, which makes the song for me, the chorus is just..Meh.

[Hess]

^^^^

Agreed

[mjgrl4ever]

I absolutely LOVE Shout....its AMAZING!!!