This album serves as a soundtrack to the film of the same name, featuring previously unreleased tracks alongside Jackson's greatest hits. It provides a final glimpse into the artist's creative process before his death.
- The album was released on October 26, 2009, by Epic Records. It features two versions of the title track, "This Is It," one an original and the other a solo version. The soundtrack reached number one on the Billboard comprehensive album chart.
- The release marked the first time new material from Michael Jackson had been available since the 2001 album Invincible. Several of the songs featured were re-recorded or remixed versions of his earlier hits. The album was a commercial success, topping charts worldwide.
- The film and album were intended to be Jackson's comeback concert series, a series of 50 shows planned for London. He died before the shows could begin, making this release a posthumous tribute. Critics noted the album's mix of new material and classic hits.
Michael Jackson was a global music icon and the "King of Pop." This posthumous release accompanied a concert film documenting his planned final concert series.
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