02/10/2025
Michael Jackson Liberian Girl 🇱🇷
"Liberian Girl" is a song by Michael Jackson, released in 1989 as the ninth and final single from his album "Bad". The song's lyrics praise a woman he loves, and its title refers to her being from Liberia, a country in West Africa. Interestingly, the song begins with Swahili phrases "Nakupenda pia, nakutaka pia, mpenziwe", meaning "I love you too, I want you too, my love", spoken by South African jazz singer Letta Mbulu ¹.
*Song Facts:*
- *Release Date*: July 3, 1989
- *Album*: Bad (1987)
- *Producer*: Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson
- *Chart Performance*: Top 15 in several countries, including UK, Ireland, and Switzerland
*Reception in Liberia*
The song was well-received in Liberia, with women feeling empowered by the tribute. A Liberian woman, Margaret Carson, shared that the song gave them hope and made them feel part of the world, especially during difficult times
The song has been covered and sampled by various artists, and its impact on Liberian culture remains a notable aspect of Michael Jackson's legacy
Thanks you Michael.