“Beat It”is notable for its rock influences, blending elements of pop, R&B, and hard rock, and is widely considered a trailblazer in breaking down genre barriers in popular music.
Quincy Jones produced the track, and Michael Jackson contributed as a co-producer. Eddie Van Halen, the legendary guitarist of the band Van Halen, performed the iconic guitar solo in the song. His electrifying solo became one of the track’s defining features. The song features Steve Lukather on guitar and bass and Jeff Porcaro on drums, both members of the band Toto.
