“Black or White”, which features Slash of Guns N’ Roses on guitar, is an integral part of the album “Dangerous”.

On this day in 1991, Michael Jackson reached the top of the British charts with Black or White , an iconic song from his album Dangerous .

The single, which featured Guns N’ Roses’ Slash on guitar, became a global hit, topping the charts in more than fifteen countries and spending two weeks at number one in the United Kingdom.

Almost five years after the release of his historic album “Thriller,” Michael Jackson returned with an album that would take his fame to new heights: “Bad.”

The message of tolerance and the visual revolution of Black or White

Black or White was not only a musical success but also an anthem to tolerance.

Their revolutionary video presented the first digital morphing technique in a video clip, fusing faces of various races and nationalities to the beat of the song, transmitting a powerful message.

Global success and controversy

The extended version of the video, where Jackson transforms into a panther and destroys a car, was censored in several countries, including Chile.

Despite this, the song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1991, making him the first artist to top the charts in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s.

Legacy and recognitions to Black or White

Black or White marked a milestone in music history. Certified triple Platinum by the RIAA, it topped the charts in more than 20 countries and became the best-selling single worldwide in 1992.

The controversy in its context

The video, directed by John Landis, sparked controversy for Jackson’s movements and sequences of vandalism.

The singer intended to protest against violence, terrorism and white supremacy. But some interpretations led to parts of the video being censored on television.

Despite the controversies, Black or White remains one of Michael Jackson’s most iconic songs. A hymn to diversity and tolerance that, despite time, is remembered and celebrated in the history of pop music.