: Eschewing the complex choreography of his later "short films," the video features Jackson sitting on a barstool in a dark room, lit only by a single spotlight.
: Jackson requested a change from "begging my wife" to "cuts like a knife" because, as a 21-year-old, he felt uncomfortable singing about marriage. Michael Jackson Shes Out Of My Life Official Video
: The song was written by Tom Bahler about a real-life breakup. : Eschewing the complex choreography of his later
Watch the official performance where Michael Jackson delivers one of his most intimate and emotionally raw vocal takes: the emotional reaction was authentic:
: Quincy Jones originally intended the song for Frank Sinatra but decided it would help Jackson explore more mature, adult themes.
The video is most famous for Jackson’s tearful conclusion. While some viewers may assume it was theatrical, the emotional reaction was authentic: