Off topic but I was reading some of Teddy's new book and he mentions he was supposed to be on the Bad album. Teddy mentioned this in earlier interviews as well and when Barnes and Sundberg saw the interview, this is what they said. This was about 7 or 8 years ago
THIS CLAIM IS ABSOLUTELY NOT TRUE!!! SO DISRESPECTFUL!!!. There really is not much to elaborate on or about. Teddy Riley was not involved in any way at that time. Everyone who was involved at that time will certainly confirm what I’m saying. I’m just disappointed in this behavior. - John Barnes
On a slightly more serious note, I don't ever recall Mr. Riley's name mentioned prior to the Dangerous project. Doesn't mean they didn't know each other, but the Bad team was clearly established. And yes, the story rings remarkably similar to Bill Bottrell's, which is factual. - Brad Sundberg