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“Speechless” is a song by the American recording artist Michael Jackson, included on his tenth studio album, Invincible (2001). The singer was inspired to write the ballad after a water balloon fight with children in Germany. Jackson collaborated on the production with musicians such as Jeremy Lubbock, Brad Buxer, Novi Novoq, Stuart Bradley and Bruce Swedien. Andrae Crouch and his gospel choir provided backing vocals. Executives at Jackson’s record label, Epic Records, responded positively to the track when given a preview several months before Invincibles release. “Speechless” was issued as a promotional single, receiving mixed reviews from music critics. Commentary focused on the track’s a cappellas, lyrics and music. A clip of Jackson singing “Speechless” was... Read on...