The Girl Is Mine" is a song recorded by American singer Michael Jackson and English singer and musician Paul McCartney. The track was written and co-produced by Jackson and produced by Quincy Jones. It was released as the first single for Jackson's sixth solo album, Thriller (1982). The song was recorded at Westlake Studios, Los Angeles, from April 14 to 16, 1982. The year before, Jackson and McCartney had recorded "Say Say Say" and "The Man" for the latter's fifth solo album, Pipes of Peace (1983). Although "The Girl Is Mine" was released as a single, Jackson and McCartney never performed the song live.

**"The Girl Is Mine"** is a duet by Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney, released in 1982 as the lead single from Jackson's groundbreaking album *Thriller*. The song was written by Jackson and produced by Jackson and Quincy Jones. It features a playful, conversational style in which the two legendary artists argue over the affection of the same woman. The light-hearted tone and friendly rivalry between the two singers made the track memorable, blending Jackson's smooth vocals with McCartney's warm, melodic style.

Musically, "The Girl Is Mine" leans more toward soft pop and R\&B than the dance-heavy tracks that would later define *Thriller*. Its simple arrangement and catchy chorus made it accessible to a broad audience. Although some critics at the time viewed the song as a less impactful start to the album, it was a commercial success, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and charting well internationally.

The collaboration between Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney was part of a brief but notable musical partnership. The two had previously worked together on "Say Say Say" and "The Man," both featured on McCartney’s 1983 album *Pipes of Peace*. Their chemistry highlighted Jackson's ability to cross genres and collaborate with artists from different musical backgrounds. "The Girl Is Mine" remains an important piece of pop history, showcasing the blending of two iconic voices at the height of their powers.

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