Michael Jackson - Who Is It (official | Video)

: A ghostly face occasionally appearing in Jackson's surroundings serves as a visual metaphor for his mounting despair and paranoia. Song Background

: It features a haunting D-minor key, a "white-knuckled" vocal performance, and a signature beatbox-driven bass line that many critics compared to "Billie Jean".

: Jackson portrays a wealthy, reclusive man who discovers a silver card with the name "Alex" on it, leading him to believe his partner is cheating.

Michael Jackson's official video for is a masterclass in cinematic suspense and emotional vulnerability, directed by David Fincher . Released in 1993, this short film stands out in Jackson's videography for its mature, noir-inspired aesthetic and its focus on narrative rather than traditional choreography. A Dark Tale of Betrayal

: As the story unfolds, it’s revealed that his girlfriend (played by Yasmin Le Bon) is actually a high-class call girl who uses "Alex" as one of her many professional aliases.

Fincher utilizes the high-contrast, moody style that later defined his feature films like Se7en and Fight Club .

The video explores the psychological toll of unfaithfulness and lost trust.

: Critics and fans often note the song's raw honesty, suggesting it reflects Jackson's real-life experiences with isolation and distrust during the early '90s.