Jones showcased how changing a song ever so slightly can elevate it immensely. Beyond working together, the two became good friends with Sinatra often referring to Jones as “Q a

Quincy Jones, a prolific producer and the first Black executive at a major American record label, was best known as the architect of Michael Jackson's early success, including by producing "Thriller."

The extraordinarily productive executive, arranger, and producer put an indelible stamp on the sound of American music from Big Band greats to Thriller, the best selling record of all time.