Scandals Are My Hobby!

[Intro Instrumental: a classic "B. Jean" inspired bassline, but with a slightly more urgent, ticking clock rhythm underneath. Sharp, almost staccato synth stabs like on "Beat It" pierce through. A subtle record scratch effect might cue in and out. Add a vocoder whisper of "Scandals... my hobby..." for a signature MJ touch!] [Verse 1] Sunrise, yeah, the papers hit the stand Headlines screamin', I ain't got a plan But the pressure's risin', you can feel the heat They think they caught me slippin', can't admit defeat A little somethin' whispered, a rumour in the breeze Watch the wildfire spread, bringin' them to their knees From a little spark ignited, to a full-blown blaze I just watch the chaos, lost in my amaze! [Pre-Chorus] They're talkin' 'bout the drama, pointin' fingers and to blame But for every dirty whisper, I got a brand new name! [Chorus] Yeah, scandals are my hobby! It's the game I play so right Every twist and every turn, I shine even more bright! In the eye of the storm, I just learn to groove and sway Yeah, scandals are my hobby, and I always find my way! [Verse 2] The internet is buzzin', with the gossip and the lies See the shocked expressions flashin' in their eyes They think they've got me trapped, cornered in the square But I'm doin' windmills on the floor, beyond compare A little dance of misdirection, a perfectly timed wink They're left scratchin' their heads, not knowin' what to think Like a chameleon changing, a master of disguise I escape the interrogation, right before their very eyes! [Pre-Chorus] They're tryin' to bring me down, with their accusations deep But every time they try, I learn a secret I can keep! [Chorus] Yeah, scandals are my hobby! It's the game I play so right Every twist and every turn, I shine even more bright! In the eye of the storm, I just learn to groove and sway Yeah, scandals are my hobby, and I always find my way! [Verse 3] So let the media circus, spin and twist and shout It only makes me stronger, no room for doubt I'm the king of the mêlée, the jester and the sage Turning all their fury to another winning stage They see me standin' tall, with a confident, cool grin While they're busy unraveling, where did it begin? Another victory secured, another challenge met The undisputed champion, you haven't seen me yet! [Pre-Chorus] They thought they had me beat, caught within their trap But I used their own aggression to land right on the map! [Chorus] Yeah, scandals are my hobby! It's the game I play so right Every twist and every turn, I shine even more bright! In the eye of the storm, I just learn to groove and sway Yeah, scandals are my hobby, and I always find my way! [Bridge: ad-libs.] From the popping and locking, to the breaking down low I'm the architect of intrigue, puttin' on a show! No matter the drama, no matter the plea Scandal's my sweet symphony, it's part of me! [Final Chorus: Full MJ Pop Power!!! Ad-libs.] Yeah, scandals are my hobby! It's the game I play so right Every twist and every turn, I shine even more bright! In the eye of the storm, I just learn to groove and sway Yeah, scandals are my hobby, and I always find my way! Yeah, scandals are my hobby! It's the game I play so right Every twist and every turn, I shine even more bright! In the eye of the storm, I just learn to groove and sway Yeah, scandals are my hobby, and I always find my way! [Outro: The beat kicks into a more frenetic breakdance rhythm, with heavy drums and a driving synth line. MJ-style ad-libs like "Hoo!" and "Ow!" are layered in, possibly with some echo. A final, signature MJ vocal riff might lead into a sharp, abrupt cutoff of the music with a final synth stab or a record scratch. A slightly mischievous laugh! Ad-libs.] Yeah!.. Scandals are my hobby!.. Woo! Peace Out!..