First Listen: Michael Jackson and Akon Duet on "Hold My Hand"
A duet featuring Michael Jackson and Akon was released this morning as the first official single from the late icon's posthumous upcoming album Michael.
A handwritten note by MJ was found after his death indicating his desire that "Hold My Hand" be the first single on his next album, Epic Records said.
There's no doubt about its authenticity, either. Unlike the track that leaked earlier this month, "Breaking News," Jackson's family embraces this song.
Taj Jackson, one of the star's many nephews, posted an online message Sunday saying it was the last song his uncle ever played for him in person.
"He was so proud of it," Taj said. "I'll never forget the smile he had on his face as the song played through the speakers at the Palms Hotel in Vegas."
The song may be familiar to MJ fans from the unfinished version that leaked in 2008, but Akon returned to the studio to remaster the final version.
"The world was not ready to hear 'Hold My Hand' when it leaked," Akon said of the song they originally recorded in 2007. "We were devastated."
The song is now in "its final state," Akon said. "It's a beautiful, anthemic song." Listen to "Hold My Hand" after the jump and tell us what you think ...
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November 17th, 2010 8:00 PM
wow I lovee this song..but why cant I find it on itunes I am dying to download it!
November 16th, 2010 8:42 PM
hey i heard this before back in 2007.. u guys r slow to bring this up!
November 16th, 2010 8:00 PM
Gorgeous song. Brought back beautiful memories of Michael. Song will go number 1. Good on ya Akon!!
November 16th, 2010 5:10 AM
The song is da hit we'll mis mj 4 real,bigup 2 akon 4 puting a big memories
November 16th, 2010 12:51 AM
hmm......:"NO COMMENT:" welll i hve no comment bcoz well micheal jackson is died and i love micheal too................................................................................................................................. unless i have hes vey last album
November 15th, 2010 9:44 PM
I really do love that song and with akon it is a hit i can wate for the other new song they find that michael all ready record so they can prouder it to the world.
November 15th, 2010 7:32 PM
this song is beautiful, michael would be so proud if he were alive.. thanks michael!! you are still #1
November 15th, 2010 10:53 AM
This song is a beauty,MJ is brilliant..Akon is epic!!
Don't u miss MJ?!? - blesstoallMJfamilyandAkon-
November 15th, 2010 10:53 AM
This so is a beauty,MJ is brilliant..Akon is epic!!
Don't u miss MJ?!? - blesstoallMJfamilyandAkon-