The Most Ridiculous Lyrics Ever Written by Michael Jackson: Prepare to Laugh Out Loud!
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Michael Jackson — the King of Pop, moonwalker extraordinaire, and lyrical mastermind… or was he? While his discography is packed with iconic hits, some of his lyrics — and even more so, the ones fans thought they heard — deserve a second look, if only for the laughs.
From quirky phrasing to hilariously misheard lines, fans have taken to platforms like amiright.com and Reddit to dissect MJ’s catalog in search of unintentional comedy gold. The result? A treasure trove of absurdities that prove even legends aren’t immune to a little lyrical ridiculousness.
Actual Lyrics That Make You Go “Wait, What?”
Some of Jackson’s actual lyrics read like inside jokes or fever dreams — so odd they almost sound made up. Take a look at these gems:
| Song Title | Funny Lyric | Why It’s Funny |
|---|---|---|
| Earth Song | “What about elephants? Have we lost their trust?” | An oddly specific animal grievance amid global catastrophe themes. |
| Morphine | “You make me sick, baby! Your dog’s a bitch, baby!” | Dual meaning of “bitch” — a literal dog or a biting insult? You decide. |
| Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ | “You’re a vegetable!” | Possibly the weirdest diss in pop history. |
It’s the random, sometimes poetic absurdity that gives these lines their staying power — and keeps fans snorting with laughter decades later.
The Fans Strike Back: Misheard Lyrics That Live Rent-Free in Our Heads
As if the originals weren’t odd enough, the real magic happens when fans mishear Jackson’s lyrics and confidently belt out something completely different. Reddit threads and misheard lyric sites like kissthisguy.com are filled with interpretations that are unintentionally brilliant.
| Song Title | Misheard Lyric | Actual Lyric | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smooth Criminal | “Annie, are you walking?” | “Annie, are you okay?” | MysteriousGrocery898 |
| You Are Not Alone | “These burgers are the best” | “Your burdens I will bear” | coffeecreamxo (Score: 7) |
| Heartbreaker | “She’s got those donkey big thighs” | “She’s got those come get me eyes” | coffeecreamxo (Score: 7) |
| Remember The Time | “Hehe, hello, do you want a chicken?” | (Unclear) | kate_numberz (Score: 2) |
| Break Of Dawn | “I remember you and I f***ing to the park at night” | “Walking through the park at night” | MajesticMomma & MysteriousGrocery898 |
Some of these are risqué, others just downright ridiculous, but all of them showcase the hilarity of hearing what you want (or fear) to hear in a pop song.
A Community of Laughter
What’s truly fascinating is how online communities fuel this lyrical comedy. Redditors like coffeecreamxo and MysteriousGrocery898 have unintentionally become curators of comedy, offering interpretations that earn upvotes and belly laughs. Whether it’s imagining Michael Jackson crooning about burgers or chicken, the shared experience makes the hilarity all the more enjoyable.
These threads reflect more than humor — they highlight how fans reinterpret and engage with art, finding joy in even the most unexpected places.
Laughing With, Not At
It’s important to note: while these lyrics and misinterpretations are undeniably funny, they’re rarely mean-spirited. Jackson’s global influence and musical genius remain untouched. If anything, these moments remind us that even the greatest can be — at times — unintentionally hilarious.
And that, perhaps, is what makes us love his music even more.
So next time you listen to Michael Jackson, listen carefully. You might just hear elephants, vegetables, or even a chicken.
