The album's influence can be heard in the work of later artists, such as Justin Timberlake and Usher, who have cited Jackson as an inspiration. "Invincible" remains a beloved album in Jackson's discography, with many fans regarding it as a return to form for the King of Pop.
The vulnerability of "Cry" and "Butterflies" only works when contrasted with the rigid, metallic production of "Invincible" and "Privacy." FLAC reveals that contrast. The compression (audio compression, not data compression) used on Michael’s voice in "Whatever Happens" allows his whisper to sit right next to Santana’s loud guitar—a dynamic range impossible to replicate on vinyl. michael jackson invincible 2001 flac full