The Weeknd Says Michael Jackson is His Vocal Inspiration

“I found my falsetto because of ‘Off the Wall,’ “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.”"

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Michael Jackson is an inspiration to many. In a new trailer for the star’s upcoming Spike Lee-directed documentary, Journey from Motown to Off the Wall, The Weeknd shared some sentiments about the King of Pop. He says: “I always used Michael as, first and foremost, a vocal inspiration.’I found my falsetto because of Off the Wall, ‘Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.’” The documentary also features interviews with Pharrell, Mark Ronson, John Legend, L.A. Reid, Questlove and more. It will air on February 5 on Showtime and will be released for purchase on February 26. Watch the trailer above.

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