The two recently went into the recording studio together in Ireland. "I like what he is doing and thought it would be interesting to collaborate or just see how the chemistry worked," Jackson told Access Hollywood in an interview airing this week. "I think he’s doing wonderful, innovative, positive, great music."
The songs will be released on the first CD from Michael Jackson since 2001’s Invincible.
Next month, the star will make a public appearance at the World Music Awards in London. Jackson will be receiving the Diamond Award for selling more than 100 million albums. The honour was also given to Rod Stewart, Mariah Carey, Bon Jovi and Celine Dion.