Smooth Criminal
Michael Jackson · Bad
It was the sound of a crescendo
He came into her apartment
He left the bloodstains on the carpet
She ran underneath the table
He could see she was unable
So she ran into the bedroom
She was struck down, it was her doom
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok
Are you ok, Annie
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok
Are you ok, Annie
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok, Annie?
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok, are you ok, Annie?
(Annie are you ok?)
(Will you tell us that you're ok?)
(There's a sign in the window)
(That he struck you-a crescendo Annie)
(He came into your apartment)
(He left the bloodstains on the carpet)
(Then you ran into the bedroom)
(You were struck down)
(It was your doom)
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
You've been hit by
You've been hit by-a smooth criminal
So they came into the outway
It was Sunday-what a black day
Mouth to mouth resuscitation
Sounding heartbeats-intimidations
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
Annie are you ok?
So, Annie are you ok?
Are you ok Annie?
(Annie are you ok?)
(Will you tell us-that you're ok?)
(There's a sign in the window)
(That he struck you-a crescendo Annie)
(He came into your apartment)
(Left the bloodstains on the carpet)
(Then you ran into the bedroom)
(You were struck down)
(It was your doom)
(Annie are you ok?)
(So, Annie are you ok?)
(Are you ok Annie?)
(You've been hit by)
(You've been struck by-a smooth criminal)
Okay, I want everybody to clear the area right now!
Aaow!
(Annie are you ok?)
I don't know!
(Will you tell us, that you're ok?)
I don't know!
(There's a sign in the window)
I don't know!
(That he struck you-a crescendo Annie)
I don't know!
(He came into your apartment)
I don't know!
(Left bloodstains on the carpet)
I don't know why baby!
(Then you ran into the bedroom)
I don't know!
(You were struck down)
(It was your doom-Annie!)
(Annie are you ok?)
Dad gone it-baby!
(Will you tell us, that you're ok?)
Dad gone it-baby!
(There's a sign in the window)
Dad gone it-baby!
(That he struck you-a crescendo Annie)
Hoo! Hoo!
(He came into your apartment)
Dad gone it!
(Left bloodstains on the carpet)
Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!
(Then you ran into the bedroom)
Dad gone it!
(You were struck down)
(It was your doom-Annie!)
Aaow!!!
About Smooth Criminal
Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal" stands as a defining track from the *Bad* album, showcasing his mastery of pop, rock, and funk fusion. The song is renowned for its innovative production, particularly the iconic "lean into the wind" choreography that became a cultural touchstone. Musically, it features a driving bassline and a distinctive synthesizer hook that propelled Jackson's career into the late 1980s. As a lead single, it demonstrated his ability to blend theatrical performance with polished studio craftsmanship, influencing countless artists who followed. The recording remains a staple of his discography, celebrated for its energy and the seamless integration of dance and music that characterized his live performances and recorded works alike.