Overview

• Jo Burt, a bassist during the 1985 recording sessions, recently disclosed that Michael Jackson brought a llama named Louie into the studio, which Freddie Mercury reportedly found disruptive.
• Jackson was set to contribute to three songs on Mercury's solo album, 'Mr. Bad Guy,' but the collaboration fell apart due to the llama's presence.
• Mercury released a solo version of 'There Must Be More to Life Than This,' while Jackson later recorded 'State of Shock' with Mick Jagger.
• The Jackson-Mercury duet of 'There Must Be More to Life Than This' was officially released posthumously in 2014 on a Queen compilation album.
• Jackson's affinity for exotic animals, including his famous chimpanzee Bubbles, was a hallmark of his personal life and influenced his public persona and professional relationships.