In a shocking twist that could redefine music history, 12 unreleased Michael Jackson tracks have been discovered in an abandoned California storage unit, igniting excitement and frustration among fans. Greg Musgrove, a former California highway patrol officer turned treasure hunter, unearthed this astonishing find while sifting through a unit once owned by music producer Brian Lauren, who collaborated with the King of Pop.

The tapes, recorded during Jackson’s iconic ‘Dangerous’ era, contain an impressive collection of songs, including titles like “Don’t Believe It,” “Seven Digits,” and a groundbreaking rap duet with LL Cool J titled “Truth on Youth.” Musgrove described the experience of listening to these tapes as chilling, revealing a side of Jackson that the world has never seen—his laughter, his creative vision, and his unfiltered artistry.

However, this exhilarating discovery is clouded by legal barriers that may keep these tracks locked away forever. The Jackson estate holds all copyrights, meaning Musgrove cannot commercially exploit the music. He owns the physical tapes, but the music itself remains trapped in legal limbo, potentially preventing fans from ever hearing these long-lost gems.

Despite the estate’s confirmation of the tapes’ authenticity, they have shown no interest in releasing the material to the public. This has sparked outrage and disappointment among fans who yearn to experience the raw brilliance of Jackson’s unreleased work. Musgrove plans to auction the tapes, which could fetch millions, yet any potential buyer would face the same restrictions—unable to share or stream the music, leaving it as a private treasure.

The thrilling yet heartbreaking reality highlights the complexities of music ownership and the delicate balance between preserving an iconic legacy and sharing it with the world. Fans are left wondering: should these unreleased tracks ever see the light of day, or do they belong to the shadows of history?