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Michael Jackson in debt to Wyclef Jean – Tabloid Hell

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Michael Jackson

Apparently Jackson owes a huge wad to the ex-Fugees star

Wyclef Jean has claimed that Michael Jackson owes him money for production duties he performed during recording sessions, according to The Sun.

According to the newspaper, Jean claimed that he collaborated with Jackson ten years ago, but is yet to be paid for his services.

He is quoted as saying: “After Mike did [1997 album] ‘Blood On The Dancefloor’ I went into the studio with him.

“We did a couple of sessions. When I’m in the studio I'm very specific. I'm very tough in the studio.

“It was a long time ago now, but I still haven't been paid. Mike knows the money he owes me. I just wish he'd get in touch.”

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