Louis 'Thunder Thumbs' Johnson was one of the greatest bass players to ever pick up the instrument, as a member of the Brothers Johnson, we shared decades of magical times working together in the studio and touring the world. From my albums 'Body Heat' and 'Mellow Madness,' to their platinum albums 'Look Out for #1,' 'Right On Time,' 'Blam' and 'Light Up the Night,' which I produced, to Michael's solo debut 'Off the Wall,' I considered Louis a core member of my production team. He was a dear and beloved friend and brother, and I will miss his presence and joy of life every day.

My earliest memories are being pinned to a fence with a switchblade.

Making a record is like painting a school bus with a toothbrush

Imagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young and old shared a little of what he is good at doing.

I'm just a musician and a record producer.

My son is a hip-hop producer.

Everybody has their idiosyncrasies.