Billy Jeans's Got Another Thing Comin'

The Zoo Crew, those free-spirited DJs at THE ZOO radio station, keep their Zoo Freaks dancing with tracks like Bill McClintock's "Billie Jean's Got Another Thing Comin'" from *McClintock Mashups*. This mashup is a wild ride, blending Michael Jackson’s "Billie Jean" with Judas Priest’s "You’ve Got Another Thing Comin’," fusing pop’s smooth vibes with heavy metal’s raw power. Dropped in 2019 and re-uploaded in 2024 after a copyright hiccup, it’s racked up over 652,000 views on YouTube. On X, fans have called it a “genius collision of genres,” praising how McClintock syncs Jackson’s funky bass with Priest’s blistering riffs. It’s a track that perfectly captures the Zoo Freaks’ love for music that defies boundaries, making it a staple in the station’s eclectic playlist.

The song’s buzz extends beyond THE ZOO’s airwaves, sparking chatter across music blogs and fan communities. Laughing Squid hailed McClintock’s mashup as “ingenious,” noting how it transforms "Billie Jean" into a headbanger’s delight while keeping its dance floor soul. On Facebook, Zoo Freaks and other fans share stories of stumbling upon the track during late-night radio sessions, with one calling it “the ultimate genre mashup that hooked me instantly.” McClintock has mentioned in YouTube comments that crafting this piece took weeks of fine-tuning to align vocals and instrumentation, a process that shows his commitment to creating seamless, surprising blends that keep listeners coming back for more.

Bill McClintock kicked off his mashup journey as a music lover with a passion for mixing sounds. Per his YouTube bio, he started tinkering with audio software as a hobby, drawn to the challenge of combining genres like rock, funk, and pop. What began as casual experiments grew into a full-blown craft, with McClintock mastering tempo and key syncing to create polished tracks. His YouTube channel now boasts over 465,000 subscribers, thanks to hits like "Billie Jean’s Got Another Thing Comin’." Sites like Brave Words have dubbed him a “mashup wizard,” celebrating his knack for turning unlikely pairings into cohesive bangers that resonate with diverse crowds.

McClintock’s online home base is his YouTube channel, where he drops new mashups and chats with fans. His Facebook page is a hub for updates and fan interactions, while Instagram offers peeks into his creative process with clips of works-in-progress. On X, he engages with fans who share his tracks, with posts often highlighting the excitement of listeners like the Zoo Freaks. While there aren’t standalone fan sites or dedicated Facebook groups, his YouTube comments and Facebook page are lively spaces where fans swap stories, praise tracks like “Billie Jean’s Got Another Thing Comin’,” and pitch ideas for future mashups.